Dutch botanist and pioneering geneticist (1848-1935) known for suggesting the concept of genes, rediscovering the laws of heredity (unaware of Mendel's work), and for introducing the term 'mutation' into the scientific lexicon. Exceedingly rare ALS, one page, 3.5 x 5.5, postmarked June 12, 1890. Handwritten letter to English botanist and taxonomist Maxwell T. Masters, in full: "I confidently hope to be able to send you seeds of my twisted teazels next winter, and have marked your letter, not to forget doing so. I will be much pleased if you and other English botanists will make experiments on these plants." In fine condition.
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