1.  A personal representative holding certificates of stock in that capacity may hold the stock in the name of a nominee without mention in the stock certificate or registration books, if:

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(a) The records of the personal representative and all reports and accountings the personal representative renders clearly show the holding and the facts regarding it; and

(b) The nominee deposits with the personal representative a signed statement of the true interest of the personal representative.

2.  A personal representative is personally liable for any loss to the estate resulting from any act of the nominee in connection with stock so held.