Polish-born French physicist, she and her husband Pierre discovered two new elements, polonium and radium, in 1898. In 1911 she won the Nobel Prize for Chemistry. She died of leukemia brought about by her work with radioactive material. ALS in French, signed “M. Curie,” one page both sides, 5.5 x 4.25, Faculte Des Sciences De Paris letterhead, January 26, 1921. Letter to a gentleman. In full, “As per our recent conversation, you will find enclosed the letter you asked me to write. Should you find in inappropraite, please let me know and I will modify it. Please accept, dear Rector, my gratitude for your kindness and be assured of my respect and devotion.”. In fine condition, with three small pinholes to lower left corner, near signature on reverse. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
