French chemist (1748-1822) whose contributions include the analysis of ammonia and prussic acid, and the discovery of the bleaching properties of chlorine. Untranslated LS in French, signed “Berthollet,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 9, Commission d'Agriculture et des Arts letterhead, September 20, 1795. In fine condition.
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