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Offered is a wonderful group of six original early 20th-century business checks from Norris & Lockett of Henderson, Kentucky, dated September 1–2, 1908.
Norris & Lockett was a prominent Henderson hardware and agricultural implement dealer. These checks were drawn on Planters State Bank, Henderson, Kentucky.
Each check features an attractive period design with a large intertwined N&L monogram, ornate Norris & Lockett heading, and advertising for:
Hardware – Agricultural Implements – Seeds – Fertilizers
The reverse sides retain original endorsements and period bank processing/cancellation stamps from 1908.
Included: 6 original checks
Date: September 1–2, 1908
Business: Norris & Lockett
Location: Henderson, Kentucky
Bank: Planters State Bank
Condition: Very good antique condition for documents more than 115 years old. Expected toning, handling wear, cancellation marks, writing, bank stamps and occasional small stains/edge wear are present. Please examine all photographs carefully for exact condition.
Norris & Lockett was a real Henderson hardware and agricultural implement business. Local history records show that the firm moved into its three-story building at 120 N. Elm Street in 1906, just two years before your checks were written. The business evolved through several names over the years and ultimately became associated with Norris Hardware/Ace
An excellent group for collectors of Kentucky history, Henderson KY memorabilia, antique hardware advertising, banking history, cancelled checks, agricultural memorabilia, or early American business ephemera.
All six checks are being sold together as one lot.