Description: Here's a unique opportunity to purchase an incredibly rare and important dynamite document that's handwritten and twice-signed by Alfred Nobel. A historically important, partially handwritten and twice-signed, document in French, signed "Alfred Nobel" and "A. Nobel", one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.75. Dated January 24, 1873, in which Nobel gives permission for the production of dynamite in Italy. The agreement entails that a company ("anonymous Italian society for the production of dynamite") is to be founded, in which Alfred Nobel will receive 1,200 shareholdings, while the other shall receive 340 shareholdings. Nobel concludes by clarifying that this agreement does not, in any way, restrict the Nobel patent for the dynamite. Any dynamite-related Nobel documents are extremely rare and highly desirable. This is the finest example in private hands due to the incredible content and for it to be an early 1873 document. Italy was one of the very first countries where Nobel expanded his business, and it later became his residence, more specifically in Sanremo, where he passed away in 1896. Five years later, the first Nobel Prizes were awarded, and the legacy of Alfred Nobel grew forever after. Letters and documents by Nobel are extremely rare, especially when the word "dynamite" is mentioned. This document does not only mention" dynamite," it's strictly about dynamite, which is what defined his life and legacy. Complete English translation, with Nobel's handwriting in bold: "Gentlemen, To confirm, as is necessary, the commitment toward you that I entered following the action of April 29, 1872, concerning the formation of an anonymous Italian society for the production of dynamite, for which you guaranteed the subscription of social capital, which project was followed by a new act signed this day, I hereby declare formally that I am obliged to hand over to you, Gentlemen, the following." "1. to MM. Bandmann and Carstens dividend shares…1522. to M. Eug. Pereire…243. to M. Gunzbourg…244. to M. I. Pereire…245. to G. Halphen…186. to M. Barbe…307. the anonymous Italian Society for dynamite powder to distribute it in Italy, according to the instructions of MM. Barbe and Carstens…508. to M. A Brüll for his care in establishing the Society…18Total: 340" "It remains understood, Gentlemen, that these 340 dividend shares will be paid out to you on the day the anonymous Italian Society will be able to deliver them, against the 1200 that are designed for me and my contribution. Once the Society delivers these shares to the carrier, you will be able to withdraw the 340 shares in question with a temporary receipt, replaced by a release form signed by me which obliges me to hand you the released shares on the day the Society delivers them to me. I authorize you, Gentlemen, to make use of this document in any way you deem useful to the protection of your rights of the 340 shares regarding our mutual commitment which I consequently honor by giving you all possible rights to the withdrawal of said 340 shares from the Italian Society, which I, in no case, can withdraw without your contentment and satisfaction. Please accept my sincere wishes." "Good for three hundred and forty dividend shares of the anonymous Italian Dynamite Society against the twelve hundred shares assigned to me by the Society's action on January 24, 1873. Alfred Nobel, P.S. It is understood that my signature under this letter and on the action of the Society today in no way grants the right to Mr. Carstens and Mr. Boardmann to file for a patent of an invention that was mine, whether on their own or via a proxy. A. Nobel." Includes: Letter of Authenticity by Alexander Bitar History, and Letter of Authenticity by John Reznikoff (University Archives). Measurements: 10.75 x 8.25 inches (27 x 21 cm). Condition: In very good condition, with a crease to the lower right corner, and a light stain at the bottom of the hinge (see photos). Shipping: FedEx worldwide. I ship within one business day. No import taxes worldwide
Price: 50000 USD
Location: Stockholm
End Time: 2024-02-07T20:13:39.000Z
Shipping Cost: 50 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Industry: Science, Inventor
Signed by: Alfred Nobel
Signed: Yes
Original/Reproduction: Original
