Framed Pixar Stock Certificate – Steve Jobs as Chairman of the Board
Own a scarce piece of animation and tech history with this framed Pixar stock certificate featuring the printed signature of Steve Jobs as Chairman of the Board. Pixar’s origin traces back to a Lucasfilm spin-off, with Jobs providing pivotal backing that helped propel Pixar to the marquee status it holds today. The certificate offers a tangible link to a transformative era in entertainment, technology, and corporate storytelling.
Pixar began as part of George Lucas’s Lucasfilm and was spun out in 1986 with Steve Jobs as the major shareholder after a period away from Apple. Pixar’s public debut in 1995 became a watershed moment in animation, and its later Disney acquisition in 2006 solidified Jobs’s influential role in the entertainment industry.
Key Details
- Company: Pixar
- Highlight: Printed signature of Steve Jobs as Chairman of the Board
- Issue Year: 2006
- Framing: Mahogany finish frame with double matte (original frame)
- Condition: Frame has light scratching; certificate itself is excellent
- Frame Dimensions: Approximately 17.75" × 13.75"
Display & Collectibility
A standout piece for Pixar fans, animation historians, and wall decor enthusiasts. The framed certificate offers a dramatic focal point for offices, living rooms, or media rooms, combining pop culture with business history.
Historical Context & Significance
This certificate captures the high-impact period when Pixar evolved from a Lucasfilm unit to a dominant computer-animation powerhouse, culminating in a landmark Disney acquisition. Steve Jobs’s role as Chairman and his broader influence on technology and entertainment are reflected in this collectible.
Specifications
| Company | Pixar |
| Highlight | Printed signature of Steve Jobs as Chairman of the Board |
| Issue Year | 2006 |
| Framing | Mahogany finish with double matte (original frame) |
| Condition | Certificate excellent; frame has light scratching |
| Frame Size | Approximately 17.75" × 13.75" |