geopic that;s right, ex. One would need to get at least 2 certificates. One, for the minimum holding, another for the possible trading. True, $50 is not that much, however, iots not for day or short term traders - its more of extra security for long term traders - I have been a ME shareholder for more than 10yrs - added more shares many times and would not sell below fiat$$ - well, is in for the long term and do not want any one else to be oner of my stock - its an extra insurance to ask for the shareholders certificate - DEED of ownership -