Herbert R. Axelrod Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
HERBERT R. AXELROD
Born: June 7, 1927 in Bayonne, New Jersey
Herbert R. Axelrod, a world renowned ichthyologist, explorer, author and publisher, spent more than 40 years exploring the jungles of the world, discovering tropical fish for hobbyists worldwide. He discovered more than 560 new species of fish (including the cardinal tetra, now one of the most popular aquarium fish). The scientific name of the cardinal tetra is Paracheirodon axelrodi. Dr. Axelrod has also authored hundreds of books, translated into every major modern language and selling more than 100 million copies. He founded "Tropical Fish Hobbyist", the most widely read tropical fish monthly magazine in the world. To celebrate his love of music, Dr. Axelrod wrote and published dozens of authoritative works on the subject. His accomplishments have been recognized with major awards and honors bestowed by universities, professional and scientific societies, industry and trade groups. These awards include the Smithson Silver Medal, the James Smithson Founder's Medal and a life membership in the James Smithson Society.
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HERBERT R. AXELROD - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 209709HERBERT R. AXELROD Color publicity photograph of Herbert Axelrod with cat features. Photograph inscribed and signed: "For Pres. Geo Bush-You said I could smell out new/fishes like a cat-so here I am!/Herbert R. Axelrod". Color, 8½x11overall, image 7x9 (one surface). Dr. Herbert R.Sale Price $252.00
$280.00
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HERBERT R. AXELROD - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 89581HERBERT AXELROD. Photograph signed: "Herbert R Axelrod". Color, 6¾x9. Dr. Herbert R. Axelrod, a world renowned ichthyologist, explorer, author and publisher, spent more than 40 years exploring the jungles of the world, discovering tropical fish for hobbyists worldwide.
Sale Price $360.00
$400.00
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HERBERT R. AXELROD - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 89584HERBERT R. AXELROD Color publicity photograph of Herbert R. Axelrod with cardinal tetra fish. Photograph signed: "Herbert R. Axelrod". Color, 7x9¼. Dr. Herbert R. Axelrod, a world
Sale Price $180.00
$200.00
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HERBERT R. AXELROD - COLLECTION CIRCA 1993 WITH JAMES "JIMMY" STEWART - HFSID 281099Stewart signs a handwritten letter, thanking the author of Breeding Aquarium Fish for sending him a copy. Accompanied by a signed color photo of author Axelrod, seen with some Cardinal Tetras, a fish species he discovered.
Sale Price $252.00
$280.00
