Sir Humphry Davy Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
SIR HUMPHRY DAVY
Born: December 17, 1778
Died: May 29, 1829
Biography
English chemist Sir HUMPHRY DAVY (1778-1829) pioneered the study of electrochemistry. In 1799, he discovered the exhilarating effect of nitrous oxide (laughing gas) when inhaled. Electrolytic methods yielded him the elements sodium, potassium and calcium (1807-1808). He also recognized the element nature of chlorine and gave it its name (1810). He invented the miner's safety lamp, called the Davy Lamp in 1815.
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SIR HUMPHRY DAVY - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 47986Autograph letter signed: "H. Davy", 4 pages addressed to "My dear Mrs Hamilton", expressing concern for his wife's health and travel plans. Dated February 7, no year mentioned. Notable English chemist Sir Humphry Davy is known for pioneering electrochemistry.Price: $900.00
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SIR HUMPHRY DAVY - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/24/1822 - HFSID 102559Letter by Humphry Davy, signed "H. Davy", dated January 24, 1822, discussing recommendations for Mr. Swainson and mentioning various candidates. Addressed to Bertie Bertie Greathead. Includes a remnant of a red wax seal.
Price: $1,000.00
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SIR HUMPHRY DAVY - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/01/1822 - HFSID 28177Letter by Humphry Davy, signed "H. Davy", dated October 1, 1822, addressed to M.J. Nicholson Esq. Discussing a missing packet of letters and mentioning a commission for a marble sculpture by Samuel Joseph. Contains folds and light creases.
Price: $1,400.00
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SIR HUMPHRY DAVY - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/23 - HFSID 42261Letter signed by Humphry Davy as "H. Davy", discussing Dr. Roget's absence. Addressed to "Mr Johnson/St Pauls Ch Yard" with a partial postmark. Davy, a notable chemist and Royal Society President, was known for his discoveries in chemistry.
Price: $700.00
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SIR HUMPHRY DAVY - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 2/24 - HFSID 48607Letter. Autographed by Humphry Davy as "H. Davy", addressed to F. Bailly, discussing a meeting regarding the Nautical Almanack. Includes a secretarial note and reflects Davy's contributions to electrochemistry and his recognition by the Royal Society.
Price: $1,200.00
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SIR HUMPHRY DAVY - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED - HFSID 154715Autograph sentiment signed: "Your Affectionate Brother" by Sir Humphry Davy, an English chemist known for discovering laughing gas and inventing the miner's safety lamp. An ink caption identifies him, and the item shows slight soiling and light folds.
Price: $300.00
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SIR HUMPHRY DAVY - DOCUMENT SIGNED 08/24/1808 - HFSID 276383Document signed by Humphry Davy as Secretary of the Royal Society, dated March 24, 1808, addressing Robert Woodhouse regarding his paper. The document includes Davy's handwritten date and a remnant of a red wax seal. Accompanied by an unsigned engraving.
Sale Price $725.00
$850.00
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SIR HUMPHRY DAVY - THIRD PERSON AUTOGRAPH LETTER 1/12 - HFSID 47491Autograph letter signed "Sir H. Davy", dated January 12, from Park St., includes a letter from the Russian Ambassador and specimens of platinum. Also signed on the address: "The Council/of the Royal Society/[from] H Davy."
Sale Price $745.00
$900.00
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SIR HUMPHRY DAVY - THIRD PERSON AUTOGRAPH LETTER TWICE SGD. - HFSID 288326Autograph letter signed twice as "Mr. Davy", discussing illness and postponing a meeting with Miss Benger. Written by English chemist Sir Humphry Davy, known for his contributions to electrochemistry and discovering nitrous oxide. Includes ink notation by an unknown hand.
Sale Price $595.00
$700.00
