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Scripophily.com, associated with RM Smythe, specializes in authentic historic paper financial documents and the stories behind them. The site describes its old stock certificate research service as dating back to 1880 and invites customers to buy, sell, and research vintage stock certificates. Its catalog includes collectible stocks and bonds from companies and industries such as railroads, mining, banking, aviation, entertainment, and communications, as well as government and municipal bonds. Shoppers can also find specimen certificates, signed items, annual reports, old paper money, checks, letterheads, postcards, photographs, engravings, patents, and other historical collectibles.

The company offers framing services, including ready-to-go framed selections and custom framing, along with high-resolution digital scans of items in its inventory. Its products are presented as gifts and collectibles that connect buyers with business and cultural history. The site also features rare and unique documents, autographed certificates, themed packages, reference books, and items for promotions or education.