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Attilio Gatti-TLS from 1957 on his Expedition Letterhead (Explorer)

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Attilio Gatti-TLS from 1957 on his Expedition Letterhead (Explorer)

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TLS on 13th Gatti Expedition to Equatorial Africa dated May 1, 1957, complying with an autograph request. Signed in red ballpoint ink at the conclusion by Attilio Gatti. Very nice.(1896-1969) Attilio Gatti was an Italian-born explorer, author, and documentary filmmaker who traveled extensively in Africa in the first half of the 20th century.This lot came from the Jim Wiggins collection we purchased in July 2022. Jim Wiggins accumulated the most unique and valuable autograph collection over a period of 70-plus years. He obtained his collection either in person or by writing to persons of fame and notoriety. Comes with a full Letter of Authenticity from Todd Mueller Authentics.

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Attilio Gatti-TLS from 1957 on his Expedition Letterhead (Explorer)

Name: Attilio Gatti-TLS from 1957 on his Expedition Letterhead (Explorer)
SKU: 147648311
Price: 50 USD
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