Historic CBOT Membership Certificate Overview
This rare etchinh membership certificate commemorates Blunt Ellis Loewi & Co.’s prestigious Chicago Board of Trade affiliation. The frame showcases an etching of the iconic CBOT building, with the presidency of Robert Wilmouth dating the piece to 1977–1982—an era of pivotal market growth and broker network expansion.
About Blunt Ellis Loewi & Co.
Blunt Ellis Loewi & Co., based in Milwaukee, was founded in 1928 and grew to over 500 brokers across more than 70 Midwest offices. The firm was a member of the NYSE and eventually became part of Kemper, acquired in 1982. This makes the certificate a notable piece of brokerage and trading history tied to the Kemper lineage and Chicago’s financial heritage.
Certificate Details
- Subject: CBOT Membership Certificate for Blunt Ellis Loewi & Co.
- Framing: Original frame
- Frame Size: 19.5" x 17.5"
- Artwork: Authentic etching of the Chicago Board of Trade building
- Age/Date: 1977–1982 (Robert Wilmouth era as CBOT president)
- Condition: As pictured; frame shows typical age with some wear and minor nicks, but remains solid and presentable
Why This Piece Appeals to Collectors
- Authentic CBOT memorabilia with direct ties to brokerage history and Kemper lineage
- Historic framing and original etching of the CBOT building
- Ideal for finance historians, Chicago market enthusiasts, and vintage certificate collectors
- A distinctive centerpiece for offices, libraries, or display shelves
