WASHINGTON: A rare postcard bearing the signature of
Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of Indian independence, was sold for $20,233,
roughly Rs. 13 lakh, at an auction in the United States.
The postal card, addressed to Irish-origin, Annie Besant, had
writings on both sides, bearing the signature, "M. K. Gandhi," dated
November 30, 1924. The postcard to Annie Besant, a political reformer and voice
of women's rights during the Indian freedom movement, detailed travel plans of
Mr Gandhi's son Devdas Gandhi.
The bidding process for the postcard concluded on June 13.
"I thank you for your letter. My son Devdas leaves tonight.
Pray do not worry about his expenses. He will deem it an honour to be your
guest. Jamnadas gave me the Khadar towel sent by you. I shall treasure the
gift: spinning is exceedingly good," Mr Gandhi wrote in the postcard.
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