Description: 1824 Letter from Sir James Smith who was a famous Botanist and founder of the oldest Botanical society in the World “ The Linnean Society “. This letter has been written to members of this society . Amongst esteemed patrons -members have been Queens and Princes and Charles Darwin -the society was also famous for the first public description of the Theory of Evolution by Charles Darwin. The letter is also mentioning the Botanical Book that he is writing currently . Further to this is the amazing letter is reference to Dr Hosack . Dr Hosack amongst other things was a botanist himself in New York and created Hyde Park in New York and is famous for being the Surgeon of Alexander Hamilton and for being present at the famous Burr-Hamilton duel. He spent time with Smith when he travelled to Uk and was inspired by him . The letter has a small nick as shown in photos but otherwise in great condition. This is a amazing item up for grabs and covers so many historical interests . Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Truly remarkable find . Please see my feedback over 20 years selling on eBay for confidence in product
Price: 169 AUD
Location: Bracken Ridge, QLD
End Time: 2024-12-05T22:37:14.000Z
Shipping Cost: 22.37 AUD
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Restocking fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Originating Region: Europe
Era: 1800s
Original/Reproduction: Original
