German astronomer (1747-1826) known for his reformulation and popularization of the Titius-Bode law; he also determined the orbit of Uranus and suggested the planet's name. Untranslated ALS in German, signed “Bode,” one page, 4.5 x 7.75, no date. In very good condition, with moderate overall creasing, a small stain, and an old repair to a semicircular tear around the signature.
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