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Lot #330
Alessandro Volta

Rare document from the inventor of the battery

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Rare document from the inventor of the battery

Italian physicist (1745–1827) best known for his epochal investigations into the nature and uses of electricity, leading him to invent the battery. The unit denoting the potential difference or electromotive force was named the volt in his honor. Partly-printed DS, in Italian, one page, 7.5 x 11.25, July 19, 1791. A receipt for Volta’s brother fees as a university professor. Intersecting folds and a couple small tears to the top edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #426 - Ended April 16, 2014