Huntington Bank Discovers Original Checks Signed By Lincoln, Washington, Edison, Twain And Others

From Cleveland's The Plain Dealer

Dozens of personal checks -- some 150 to 200 years old and signed by the likes of Abraham Lincoln, Charles Dickens, George Washington and Thomas Edison - have been unearthed by Huntington Bank.

Lincoln's check is particularly interesting. It was dated one day before he was shot. Also, it was made out to self for $800. The article claims today's value of $800 in 1865 is $11,260. Seems kind of low. I calculated that average inflation for those 147 years would be only around 1.8% for the value to be $11,260 in today's dollars.

If you live in Cleveland, you can view the checks at the new branch on 4260 Ridge Road, Cleveland, OH 44114 216-515-0064. It's scheduled to be on display there through January 31st.