1950 Nobel Prize Microbiologist Selman Waksman Signed First Day Cover
$ 66.0
Description
This First Day Cover commemorates the 60th anniversary of the founding of the settlement of Rehovot, just outside of Tel Aviv, Israel. It is the seat of the Weitzmann Institute of Science. Selman A. Waksman has signed in blue ink across the upper part of the envelope. There is a September 27, 1950 commemorative cancel. Selman Abraham Waksman (1888-1973), Nobel Prize recipient, biochemist, microbiologist and inventor, is credited with the discovery of streptomycin and other antibiotics. Envelope measures 3 1/2" x 6". Condition: Tiny nicks to two corners, otherwise very good. Shipping Notes: We ship same day via USPS upon receipt of payment before 3 PM. Payments received Monday-Friday (after 3 PM) will be shipped the next morning. Payments received after 3 PM on Fridays and on Saturdays & Sundays will be shipped no later than the following Monday morning. A note about packing: Please check our feedback. We take pride in our excellent packing. We double-box all fragile items to insure their safe journey through the postal system. This sometimes means it costs a little more to ship your item, but you can rest assured that it will arrive in one piece. International Buyers Please Note: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up; do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" - US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.
