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Einstein's Handwritten Letter Sells for $71,811 at Auction
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What Happened?
A handwritten letter by Albert Einstein, explaining a mathematical problem to Chaim Herman Muntz, sold for $71,811 at RR Auction. The letter, dated around 1929, includes equations and was sent from Germany.
Key points
- The letter was sold with its original envelope.
- It contains equations related to Hamiltonian mechanics.
- Einstein and Muntz corresponded since 1927 on mathematical questions.
- The letter measures 8.75 by 11 inches and is written in German.
- Einstein replaced 'covariant' with 'invariant' in his calculations.
- The auction house estimated the letter at $20,000 or more.
Key insights
- The letter provides insight into Einstein's mathematical reasoning and collaboration with Muntz.
- It reflects the ongoing scientific discussions of the late 1920s.
- The high auction price indicates strong interest in historical scientific documents.
Why it matters
This sale highlights the historical significance of Einstein's work in mathematics and physics.
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Entities
Albert Einstein· PersonChaim Herman Muntz· PersonRR Auction· OrganizationGermany· CountryPotsdam· City
Source
Times of India
