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Lot #244
Alexander Fleming Typed Letter Signed

Estimate: $400+

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Description

Scottish physician and microbiologist (1881–1955) known for his discovery of penicillin, for which he shared the 1945 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. TLS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, The Wright-Fleming Institute of Microbiology letterhead, July 4, 1950. Letter to "Mrs. Moore," in full: "Confirming my telephone message last week, I am looking forward to seeing you at the Ladies Annexe of the Athenaeum, 6, Carlton Gardens, S.W.1., on Friday at about 7.20 p.m." At the top, Fleming writes "and Dr. Moore." In very good to fine condition, with some creasing, and an extra horizontal fold.

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