Are you looking for a gift for someone but don't know what to get them? Here's a start; think of a company they're particularly fond of. McDonalds? Coca-Cola? Maybe even Denny's, IBM, Harley-Davidson, Ducati Motor, Ford? Alright, now that you've got something in mind, buy them a part of the company!
Okay, to be honest with you, buying one share of stock by itself isn't going to make you a millionaire, probably not even a hundredaire. Let me explain the concept a bit more. You buy a share from OneShare.com, and it's personalized directly from them (ownership is stated on every stock certificate). The stock holds value in many different unique ways. It's a great piece of artwork, it holds monetary value, personal value, and also a historical value. Nowadays when people buy stock, they buy many shares, and most of the time, it's all electronic. That's all grand if you're looking to make a buck or two, but this is something more. Not only will the value of this piece of art vary from day-to-day, but even if the stock goes down under, the stock still retains a scripophily value. Scripophily is a term referring to the hobby of collecting old and cancelled stocks and bonds. As more and more companies stop issuing paper certificates, these things are becoming rare. Go to Scripophily.com for more info on this interesting hobby.
OneShare offers many different styles in frames, and has an option to further the personalization by adding a plaque with a custom engraving for $10. Not only are you buying a framed stock certificate that'll protect it from the elements, but it's also unfolded, which adds even more value to it. I have to say, this is definitely the best present I've ever gotten for anyone. It's unique, valuable, a piece of art, a piece of history, and it's personal. I didn't really "think it out" per say, because these stocks can get pretty pricey, but it was rather one of those moments where I couldn't think of anything more perfect, and I didn't think twice. Keep it in mind. It can be someone's treasure for now, and their fortune for later.
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