aviation Wing fabric from man’s first flight— a piece of the original Wright Flyer 617. 1903 Wright Flyer Flown Wing Fabric. Historic beige
1.25˝ x 1.25˝ segment of wing fabric from the Wright Flyer, flown as part of mankind’s first successful powered flight at Kitty Hawk on December 17, 1903. Certified and encapsulated by CAG, with the label reading: “Wright Flyer Wing Fabric, Kitty Hawk Flown, 12/17/1903, Ex: Otto Kallir Collection.” In fine condition, with a tiny hole at the bottom. This segment was once a part of a 1:42 model of the Wright Flyer constructed by aviation history collector Otto Kallir using flown material acquired from Lester Gardner, who had received it from Orville Wright’s estate. The model itself was damaged after being sold at auction in 2018, and the decision was made to salvage the flown material and make it available to collectors. Collectibles Authentication Guaranty (CAG) was involved in documenting, certifying, and encapsulating the pieces. Starting Bid $500
618. William. E. Boeing Document Signed. American
businessman (1881-1956) who founded the multibillion-dollar aircraft manufacturing company that still bears his name. DS, signed “W. E. Boeing,” one page, 8.5 x 7, February 4, 1933. An auto bill of sale for one “Packard Limousine, Automobile Model 745,” to the Clark Cadillac Company of Seattle for $900. Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Boeing. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Starting Bid $200
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