テーマコレクション - 1937 エロフ・ハンソン 自筆署名 - 銀行保証の解除 - Elof Hansson

Museum-Grade 1937 Elof Hansson Document – Hand-Signed by Founder – Rare Two-Tone “Eagle Bond” Paper with Corporate Watermark

A Rare Piece of Swedish-Greek Industrial & Banking History (1937), Release of Bank Guarantee by Elof Hansson,

An exceptional historical document from the pre-WWII era, representing the pinnacle of corporate stationery and international trade. This letter, dated August 31, 1937, was sent from the headquarters of the legendary Swedish trading house Elof Hansson in Gothenburg to the S.A. de Papeterie Hellénique in Athens, Greece.

-Hand-Signed by the Founder: The document bears the original, bold ink signature of Elof Hansson himself. As the founder of one of Sweden's most influential global trading firms, his signature is a significant find.

-Unique Two-Tone "Panel" Paper: This is not standard stationery. The document features a rare two-tone manufacturing process, where the central typing area (panel) is a different shade than the borders—a sophisticated technique used in the 1930s to prevent fraud and enhance prestige.

-Steel Die Engraved Header: The "Elof Hansson" firm name is printed using intaglio (engraved) technique. The letters are physically raised (embossed) and exhibit a beautiful iridescent metallic sheen when held to the light.

-Corporate Eagle Watermark: A stunning high-definition watermark is embedded in the paper. It features the official Eagle logo of the Elof Hansson company (identical to the brand’s modern identity), proving that the company commissioned its own exclusive "Eagle Bond" paper line.

-Banking Context: The content concerns the release of Letter of Guarantee No. 4250 from the Bank of Piraeus, linking the document to the 1930s Greek banking system and the strategic paper-pulp trade between Scandinavia and the Mediterranean.

Excellent (Very Fine) Archival Condition. The paper is crisp, with original mailing folds. It features clear Greek archival stamps (September 6, 1937) and original filing perforations. The ink of the signature remains dark and vibrant.

This is more than a letter; it is a "Full House" of philographical rarity. It combines an important signature, high-end 1930s paper technology, and a direct link to Sweden's industrial golden age.

Dimensions: A4 approx. (Standard 1930s Letterhead)

Strong custom made packing, registered shipping.