Title:
Orville Wright Twice-Signed Check – PSA/DNA Certified Autograph (Encapsulated Slab)

Description:
Offered here is a twice-signed personal bank check from legendary aviation pioneer Orville Wright, co-inventor of the world’s first successful powered airplane. Drawn on The Winters National Bank & Trust Co. of Dayton, Ohio, the check is dated June 29, 1934 and made payable to Orville Wright himself in the amount of $400.00. Wright’s bold, flowing signature appears prominently on the front lower right, while a second signature in endorsement is found on the reverse—offering collectors the rare opportunity to acquire two clean, authentic Orville Wright signatures on a single historical document.

The check is punch-canceled, as is typical with bank-issued checks, but all handwritten details and both signatures remain highly legible. The cancellation does not interfere with the clarity of either autograph. Authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA (Cert #85124463), the slab securely protects both sides of the check and remains in excellent, undamaged condition.

Historical Context:
Orville Wright (1871–1948), along with his brother Wilbur, changed the course of human history when their Wright Flyer achieved powered, controlled, and sustained flight in 1903 at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. That brief, 12-second flight marked the birth of modern aviation. Following Wilbur’s death in 1912, Orville remained deeply involved in aeronautical development and advocacy, serving on multiple aviation boards and becoming a revered figure in American scientific and engineering circles.

By the 1930s, Orville was a national icon living in Dayton, Ohio, the birthplace of the Wright brothers' work. Checks from this period are especially valued as personal financial instruments reflecting his day-to-day life long after his historic first flight. The presence of two authentic signatures on one check significantly enhances its rarity and appeal.

Authentication & Encapsulation:

• PSA/DNA Certified: Autograph authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA

• Certification Number: 85124463

• Slab Notes: Tamper-evident PSA slab remains fully intact with no visible damage; both front and back of check clearly viewable

• Additional Documentation & Provenance: At buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.

Closing Appeal:
This exceptional twice-signed Orville Wright check is a rare example connected to one of the most important innovators in world history. With two strong signatures and PSA authentication, this piece bridges everyday financial activity with the extraordinary legacy of the man who made flight possible. A museum-worthy artifact and cornerstone item for any collector of aviation, invention, or American history.

Shipping Notice:
For insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. This ensures both security and convenience for the buyer.