Lot 572
Eban, Abba (1915-2002) Israeli statesman. Eban's outstanding skills as speech maker and diplomat led to his appointment as the United Nations representative of the new government of Israel in 1948 and as its first permanent representative from 1949 to 1959. Simultaneously he was Israel's ambassador to the United States. Typed letter signed ("Aubrey S. Eban"), 1p, 11 x 8½ in., in English, New York. Written just weeks after Israel's Declaration of Independence on Provisional Government of Israel stationery, with printed title amended "Office of the Acting [Acting crossed out] Representative To the United Nations". Entitled "DIPLOMATIC COURIER CERTIFICATE" the official letter certifies that "Rabbi Wolf Gold, bearer of U.S.A. Passport No. 9510, carries with him the following sealed envelopes addressed to: Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Tel-Aviv, Israel, No. 303, All persons and authorities are requested to grant to Rabbi Wolf Gold all aid and facilities he may need or ask for in order to bring these documents safely to their destination. Aubrey S. Eban, Representative of Israel to the United Nations." Light soiling and creases do not detract, near fine.
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
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