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Alexandre Gustave Eiffel

Letter from Gustave Eiffel touting “its exceptional antenna”

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Letter from Gustave Eiffel touting “its exceptional antenna”

French engineer and builder of the Eiffel Tower. ALS in French, signed “G. Eiffel,” one page, 5.5 x 3.5, December 8, 1907. Boldly penned postcard to a gentleman, with a small clipped photo of Eiffel affixed to left edge of card. Loosely translated, “Since you are interested in the Tower, you will already have heard with pleasure the signal services that, by its exceptional antenna, it is rendering to the wireless telegraph. These services will soon be increased by a new installation which will make it the first world station.” In fine condition, with light creasing to top left corner and side. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #328 - Ended December 12, 2007