I would much rather use this example
"While Berkshire existed long before Buffett's takeover in 1964 (he began buying stock in 1962), the company considers 1964 as its starting year to measure corporate performance. The initial IPO from the Class A shares was before Buffett's arrival, but the cost per share is estimated at $19.
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Today's prices $219, 200.00 yes that is correct
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