Lot 714
Einstein, Albert (1879-1955) Physicist who enunciated the theory of relativity; 1921 Nobel prize winner. War-date letter signed ("A. Einstein"), 1p, on letterhead embossed with his name and address in Princeton, New Jersey, 11 x 8½ in., 7 Jan. 1943. To Eugene Simon, care of Rabbi Herman Simon in St. Paul, Minn., regarding the "pseudo-science of astrology. The interesting point is that this kind of superstition is so tenacious that it could persist through so many centuries." Einstein signs above the title, "Professor Albert Einstein." Accompanied by the original letter from Mr. Simon. The letter has edge chips at top and some fold repairs on verso; the recto is badly stained by old tape marks, which barely touch the top of two letters and the "n" in the signature.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.
Purchased from the late autograph dealer, Doris Harris, in 1969.
|
| |
| Realized $1,064 |
