Lot 396
Einstein, Albert (1879-1965) German-born physicist; awarded the Nobel prize for physics in 1921. Typed Letter Signed ("A. Einstein") on embossed letterhead with his name and Princeton address, Princeton, New Jersey, December 19, 1938, 1 page, quarto. In German, to Dr. Otto Wallerstein of San Francisco, California: "I suggest you write to my friend, Dr. Gabriel Segall, in Los Angeles (6943 Camrose Drive), and ask if he would be willing to help in your efforts to reach your goal. I will gladly lend my support as well." Light toning and wrinkling; fold split at right edge and two red marks in right margin which could be framed out. The neat signature is lightly traversed by two folds. Einstein was a member of the Institute for Advance Study in Princeton from 1933-55.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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