RR Auction's Space & Aviation Auction

space & aviation Catalog 386 May 17 - 23

Like NASA, we want people with the right stuff $47,652

$106,000

$59,134

$92,865

$39,381

We’ll get you the right price To be a part of our Fall 2012 Space Auction, contact Bob Eaton at Bob@RRAuction.com.

Bidding Begins on May 17th!

An intial bid must be placed on lots by 6pm Wednesday, May 23rd. A one hour extended bidding period begins followed immediately by the 30 Minute Rule at 7pm. All times in RR Auction guidelines and instructions are stated according to the Eastern (U.S.) time zone.

Aviation.....................................................................................7

Path to Space.........................................................................33 Cosmonauts...........................................................................36

X-Plane and “X-Plane” Program............................................ 42 Project Mercury..................................................................... 47 Project Gemini ...................................................................... 69

Apollo 12 .............................................................................141

Apollo 13 .............................................................................145

Apollo 14 .............................................................................153

Apollo 15 ............................................................................ 160

Apollo 16 ............................................................................ 170

Apollo 17..............................................................................176

Project Apollo ....................................................................... 83

Apollo-Soyuz....................................................................... 181

Apollo 7............................................................................... 106

Space Shuttle...................................................................... 188

Apollo 1 .............................................................................. 102

Skylab ................................................................................. 184

Apollo 8............................................................................... 108

Challenger............................................................................211

Apollo 10 ............................................................................ 113

Hubble Telescope ................................................................215

Apollo 9 .............................................................................. 111 Apollo 11 ............................................................................. 118

Viking & Space Ship 1..........................................................214 Miscellaneous ..................................................................... 219

Upcoming Auctions Catalog 388

Auction closes June 20th Consignments deadline April 27th Auction online May 25th

Catalog 389

Auction closes July 18th Consignor deadline May 25th Auction online June 29th

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GENERAL RR AUCTION INFO R&R Auction Company, LLC, d/b/a RRAuction Licensed auctioneer: Carla Eaton, NH license #3029

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RRAUCTION’S POLICIES EXTENDED BIDDING & THE 30 MINUTE RULE

The final day of bidding for all lots is Wednesday, May 23. Any bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm. At that time, the Extended Bidding goes into affect. If you have not bid on a lot before 6 pm, you may not bid on that lot after 6 pm. Only those bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm. Hence, if you are the only bidder on a lot at 6 pm, that lot is awarded to you. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm.

All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm will remain OPEN to ALL bidders until 7 pm or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot. The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm. If you are the high bidder, raising your maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the auction at any time at its sole discretion.

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You are obligated to honor any bid(s) you make, and you authorize us to charge your credit card for any unpaid winnings.

RETURNS

RR Auction may postpone the auction for a reasonable period of time as the result of any significant event (e.g., an Act of God, etc). In this unlikely event, bidders and consignors will be notified of the new closing date.

Every item is cataloged with the intent of accuracy. Improperly described items must be returned within three days of receipt. Please call us before returning any items. A merchandise credit will be issued in the case of a subjective, unresolvable dispute over condition.

GUARANTEES

CONSIGNORS

Each signed item is unconditionally guaranteed genuine without time limit. If a lot is declared to be not authentic, we may ask the purchaser to supply the written opinion of one competent authority acceptable to us. We will refund the original purchase price after documentation has been submitted.

The buyer’s only remedy under this guarantee is the cancellation of the sale and the refund of the purchase price.

Consignors are not allowed to bid on or withdraw their own lots.

We will contact all consignors via mail, fax, or e-mail with their tentative final results the day after the auction ends.

SELLER RR Auction reserves the right to: (a) remove any item, (b) reject any bid, and (c) ban anyone from participating in this auction for any reason. We reserve the right to the final decision in all matters regarding this auction.

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NEW BIDDERS Bidders without a number must apply for one before they can participate in the auction. Fill out a New Bidder Application form online at http://rrauction.com/new_register. com, or request a form by mail or fax. Your bidder number will be issued only after all information has been verified.

PLACING BIDS By participating in the auction, you are accepting these Terms and Conditions. You are agreeing to the

alternative of dispute resolution by arbitration. Arbitration replaces the right to go to court, including the right to a jury trial.

If any dispute arises regarding payment, authenticity, grading, description, provenance, or any other matter pertaining to the auction, the bidder or a participant in the auction and/or RR Auction agree that the dispute shall go to binding arbitration in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. A.A.A. arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and in a locale mutually convenient to both parties. Where a locale cannot be agreed upon the determination shall be made by the independent ADR institution. Any claim made by a bidder must be presented within one (1) year or it is barred. The prevailing party may be awarded reasonable attorney’s fees and costs. An award granted in arbitration is enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction.

MINIMUM BIDS Every item has a minimum bid (MB). No bids below this amount will be accepted.

MAXIMUM BIDS To maximize your chance of winning, we strongly encourage the use of maximum bids. For example, assume an item you want currently has a high bid of $100. Your bid would then be $110 (10% over $100), and you could tell us, “I’d like a maximum bid of $242 for that item.” We will enter your bid at $110, and we will then bid for you until the lot reaches your maximum of $242.

If competitive bids only reach $148, you would win the item at $163—10% over the highest previous bid. To prevent tie bids, all maximum bids should be made in proper increments. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the underbidder’s bid.

BID INCREMENTS Bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%.

CHECKING BIDS You can open, monitor, and/or raise bids as often as you wish.

However, all bidding is governed by the 30 Minute Rule and extended bidding. Extended bidding always goes into affect at 6 pm on the last day of the auction. At 7 pm, the extended bidding ends and the 30 Minute Rule goes into effect.

RESERVES Some lots may have a confidential reserve, below which the lot will not be sold.

CALLBACKS RRAuction offers a callback service on auction night for any bidder who has the high bid on an item whose current bid is over $1,000 and who has placed a maximum bid. At your request, we will call you if your maximum bid is topped. We will need your correct telephone number(s) where you can be reached until the auction closes. Callbacks begin after 6 pm on auction night.

You must request this service; it is not automatic. We make every effort to ensure that bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, we do not guarantee this service.

WITHDRAWING BIDS You are obligated to honor any bid(s) you make, and no bids may be withdrawn at any time. There are no exceptions; failure to comply will terminate all future bidding.

AFTER THE AUCTION WINNER NOTIFICATION We will notify all winners by email, phone, or fax by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 24th. Auction results are available at rrauction.com.

SHIPPING All orders are now shipped FedEx and we must have your street address on file. At our discretion, some orders of high value may be sent via overnight or two-day service. Insurance is added to each invoice, with a minimum of $2 for the first $200 of value and 55¢ per $100 of value over $200. Oversized orders will have additional postage added to their invoices. Within the United States, rates for shipping and handling only are:

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CONDITION

Access our online catalog at www.RRAuction.com and register to become a bidder. We offer the most interactive online auction in the collectibles field. After you have completed the registration form, you will have access to:

Each item in the catalog is described with a statement indicating its overall condition. The condition of the items we offer generally falls into the following range: good—very good—fine—very fine. Treated as a scale of 1 to 4, good describes an item that has as many as several flaws, which are described in detail; very fine describes an item whose condition and appearance may be regarded as flawless and superior in every respect. Most of the items we offer are in fine condition, meaning that there are no serious flaws. While we make every effort to describe flaws that materially affect appearance and value, we generally do not specify minor or routine flaws, such as (but not limited to) pencil or secretarial notations, mailing folds to letters, normal aging to paper, or tiny bends or creases from normal handling. We encourage prospective bidders to examine the image(s) of each item closely and to contact us with specific inquiries regarding condition.

GROUP LOTS In descriptions of group lots of two or more items, every effort is made to mention any obvious flaws. Bidders should note that condition for group lots is given as a general statement or range, and that specific flaws to single items within the group may be omitted in the interest of catalog space. Questions about group lots, or specific items within a group lot, should be addressed before the close of the auction to Tricia Eaton (tricia@rrauction.com).

MATTED & FRAMED Many of the items offered for sale in our monthly auctions are described as matted and/or framed. We do not remove items from frames; the given dimensions of items housed in a frame and/ or mat indicate sight size only. Photographs and other ephemera used with matted and framed items are not subject to description and condition statements, nor are they considered a reason for return. Condition refers only to the item and not the mat or frame. Our terms of return apply only to the item and not the matting and framing. Any item that is removed from the frame cannot be returned. Returns are only accepted when there is an authenticity question or the description of the item is incorrect.

ALS — Autograph Letter Signed (a letter entirely handwritten and signed by the given personality)

AQS — Autograph Quotation Signed ANS — Autograph Note Signed (a short ALS) LS — Letter Signed (a letter in a secretary’s hand, but signed by the given personality)

SP — Signed Photo DS — Document Signed FDC — First Day Cover INSCRIBED — “Personalized”

• Real-time online bidding • Tracking of lots/consignments All auction and bidding regulations stated in the Terms and Conditions in the front of the catalog apply to online bidding.

OBTAINING A BIDDER NUMBER & PASSWORD Before you can bid on the internet, you need to obtain a bidder number and password. If you do not have a bidder number, just follow these few easy steps: 1. Go to www.RRAuction.com and click on the NEW BIDDER REGISTRATION button located under the log-in box.

Having trouble registering to bid online? Please give us a call at (603) 732-4280 or e-mail us at Stacey@RRAuction.com

2. You will then be sent to a registration page, on which you will enter your personal information. The safety of your personal information is ensured by top-of-the-line online security.

RRAuction does not share your information.

Please make sure to give accurate information so we can contact you with your bidder number. If you already get the catalog, your bidder number is located on the label on the envelope. Call or e-mail us for your password.

3. Your application will be proccessed within 24 to 48 hours (excluding non-business hours) as long as all information is received. You will be contacted with a bidder number and password.

CHANGING/ FORGOTTEN PASSWORDS After you have performed the steps above, you will be able to log in to your account and change your password. If you have forgotten your password, enter your bidder number, then click the FORGOTTEN PASSWORD button. We will automatically send your password to your e-mail address on file. If you have any problems changing your password, call or send an e-mail to Tricia@RRAuction.com.

THE RR AUCTION TEAM OF AUTHENTICATORS & CONSULTANTS BOB EATON AND BILL WHITE, RR AUCTION

AUCTION

After 30 years in business, during which time well over 1,000,000 signed items have crossed their paths, no one has had more daily exposure to autographs than Bob Eaton and Bill White. To date, RR Auction has published more than 370 consecutive monthly catalogs. Several award-winning, in-depth published studies have earned Bill a reputation as a trusted authenticator. Bob, a PSA/DNA authenticator, is well established as one of the foremost authenticators in the autograph industry.

Certificates of Authenticity

are complimentary with every lot sold.

RR Auction is committed to offering authentic autographs. This commitment is the foundation on which RR has built its reputation as a responsible, respectable auctioneer. Backing our commitment to authenticity, we are proud to offer a 100% Lifetime Money Back Guarantee on every signed item we sell. The Certificate of Authenticity that accompanies every signed item is good for the life of the piece regardless of owner.

While RR Auction is exclusively responsible for its guarantee, we are proud to work with a group of industry experts providing authentication services for autographed collectibles.

JOHN REZNIKOFF, UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES John is the founder of University Archives, a leading firm specializing in the appraisal and authentication of documents and manuscripts. He is affiliated with multiple professional organizations dedicated to the autograph industry, is a contributing editor for Autograph Collector magazine, and is a PSA/DNA authenticator.

PSA/DNA

STEVE ZARELLI

PSA/DNA is the world’s leading third party autograph authentication company. Using state of the art technology, PSA/DNA created a security system to prevent counterfeiting, forgery and piracy. As the most respected service in the industry, PSA/DNA’s years of expertise and knowledge have established an impeccable reputation for providing professional, unbiased, expert opinions.

Letters of Authenticity

are available on certain lots.Priced upon request*

Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots.

Priced from $25 to $200*

STEVE ZARELLI Steve has been collecting and closely studying space and aviation autographs for over 15 years. He has been at the forefront of identifying deceptive forgeries and his findings have been published in the definitive space collecting reference, Relics of the Space Race, as well as the UACC’s Pen & Quill magazine. Steve was also a contributor to the UACC signature study, Neil Armstrong: The Quest for His Autograph.

ROGER EPPERSON SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED/REAL Roger has an extensive background as a full-time dealer in autographs and collectibles, and is a trusted authenticator in all areas of contemporary music. When supported by the REAL logo and Roger’s name, music-related autographs assume an added value.

Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $30 to $150*

FRANK CAIAZZO beatles autographs

Frank is the world’s leading authority on Beatles signed and handwritten material. Since he began his study in 1986, he has amassed the largest file of signed examples on the planet. Through decades of focused and diligent research, he has acquired great skill in identifying authentic Beatles autographs, and also has gained the insight necessary to accurately approximate the era in which they were signed.

RENATO SAGGIORI With more than 50 years in the European autograph market, Renato is considered an expert on the manuscripts of European royalty, scientists, painters, and writers. He is also considered the leading authority on papal autographs and manuscripts. His 2006 book, The Popes - Five Centuries of Signatures, is an indispensible reference tool.

BRIAN GREEN AND MARIA GREEN, BRIAN AND MARIA GREEN CIVIL WAR SIGNATURES Civil War Signatures

With more than 45 years combined experience in the field, Brian and Maria are two of the nation’s leading experts in Civil War autographs and manuscripts.

JAMES CAMNER, LA SCALA AUTOGRAPHS James is a leading classical music autograph dealer. With more than 35 years experience, he is a founding member of PADA, an authenticator for PSA/DNA, a member of the ABAA, and an author of over ten published books on related subjects.

RICH CONSOLA Rich has studied Elvis Presley’s handwriting and signature for nearly 20 years, which has placed him in the forefront of Presley authenticators worldwide. * For more information on Letters of Authenticity contact Tricia by phone at (603) 732-4280 ext. 114 or by email at Tricia@RRAuction.com

We are presenting two auctions in May

Our regular monthly auction, plus a special Space & Aviation auction RR Auction’s Monthly Auction, which contains our usual mix of autographed material, will run until May 16th.

Space & Aviation Auction, which is devoted to nearly 650 autographs and artifacts will then run from May 17-23.

For more information regarding our upcoming auctions please call 603-732-4280.

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“Orville is now at Montgomery Alabama training some men to operate flyers” 1. Wilbur Wright. ALS, one page, 8.25 x 11, Wright Brothers, 1127 W. Third Street, Dayton, Ohio letterhead, March 25, 1910. Letter to M. Paul Tissandier. In full: “We are hoping you will not fail to make a trip to America some time this year. The Summer season is very hot but October is usually a beautiful month, the finest of all the year. We have no fog as in Paris. Then the international aeronautical Gordon Bennett baloon [sic] and aeroplane races occur about that time also.

near Pau between February and March 1909. Just before Wilbur’s final flight at Pau, he allowed Tissandier to make his first solo flight, which lasted more than twenty minutes. Tissandier was later the first person after the Wright brothers to fly for more than an hour.

In this letter, Wilbur alludes to the flying school the Wrights established in Montgomery, Alabama, where Orville was training exhibition pilots. The brothers had entered into the exhibition business in January 1910 and needed to train pilots immediately. Since winter weather in Ohio was inhospitable to flying, they located the first flight school in the US on an Alabama farm. Wilbur’s “new machines” were the new Wright Model B Flyers, an alteration of the Wright Flyer in which the horizontal elevator was moved from the front to the back, and wheels were added. The Wright Model B became the first massproduced airplane in history. The “very rich men” had purchased the brothers’ patents for $100,000 after the Wright Company was incorporated a few months prior to this letter. Wilbur also refers to the Gordon Bennett Cup, a balloon race in Paris founded in 1906 by James Gordon Bennett, an American newspaperman and millionaire.

“We have sold our American business to a company composed of very rich men”

Orville is now at Montgomery Alabama training some men to operate flyers. Our new machines are much steadier in strong winds and easier to control than the older ones. We have sold our American business to a company composed of very rich men, and after this year will be able to devote our time to scientific experiment.”

Intersecting folds, a few wrinkles, and some scattered toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

Wilbur writes to M. Paul Tissandier, his student pilot from when the Wright brothers were in the south of France in the spring of 1909. Flying for the entertainment of such notables as the kings of England and Spain, Wilbur made over sixty flights at the flying field at Pont-Long

Unfortunately, Wilbur would not be able to dedicate his time to “scientific experiment” as he became preoccupied with legal disputes involving the Wright patents, and passed away in 1912. An exceptionally scarce letter with excellent aviation references. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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A spectacular collection of Wright photographs and memorabilia once belonging to a French student pilot 2. Orville and Wilbur Wright. Group lot: nine vintage silver gelatin prints, ranging in size from 3.5 x 5 to 4.75 x 6.75, featuring two portraits of Wilbur in a suit and hat and two of him engaged in activity with the plane; a moment captured as Wilbur, Mr. Tissandier, a student of the Wrights’, and two additional men pour over paperwork with the plane in the background; an aerial shot of the plane, as its left side sticks out of the barn in which it what housed, and a shot of the plane from the side as it is being pushed by three men; and two shots of the legendary plane in flight; 25 vintage 5.5 x 3.5 French postcards featuring portraits of the Orville brothers, scenes from their epic flight, composite scenes honoring their achievements, and the pioneering aircraft that took them to the air; a paperback copy, in French, of Les Premiers Hommes-Oiseaux, Wilbur et Orville Wright, 6.25 x 9.5, featuring 78 pages of the brothers’ prolific story, interspersed with pictures and diagrams; and a paperback copy, in French, of Les Freres Wright & Leur Oeuvre, 7 x 10.5, featuring 56 pages dedicated to the groundbreaking flight, highlighted with images, drawings, and diagrams.

In very good condition, with scattered mild to moderate creasing, toning, and soiling, and silvering to the darker areas of some of the photos.

M. Paul Tissandier was a French student pilot who learned to fly with Wilbur Wright at Pont-Long near Pau, France in the spring of 1909.

These remarkable photos were taken at the Pont-Long flying field, and include candid shots of Wilbur and fantastic images of the plane in flight. The accompanying ephemera collected by Tissandier—including unusual postcards caricaturing Wilbur and his airplane—make this an exceptional collection. A unique assortment of one-of-a-kind photographs and rare Wright brothers’ memorabilia. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

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Rare signed portrait of Wilbur Wright with photographs of his soaring Wright Flyer setting an altitude record 3. Wilbur Wright. Rare vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 portrait, signed in the bottom border in fountain pen, “Yours truly, Wilbur Wright.” Affixed to a 13.5 x 10.5 cardstock mount with two additional vintage photos, each featuring Wright’s plane in flight. In very good condition, with a horizontal crease passing just below the facial area, a faint fingerprint impression towards the top edge, some light rubbing, and moderate silvering to the darker areas of the image. Wright’s signature is crisply penned and quite bold.

These photographs are of Wilbur Wright and the Wright Flyer soaring above the Auvours Camp, near Le Mans, beating the altitude world record ( 117 meters) on December 18, 1908. The small balloons visible in the sky were used to calculate the height. The ballloon was attached to a 100 meter long rope, so Wilbur had to go above the balloons to beat the world record. The stunning silver gelatin prints dramatically capture the Wright plane flying high above the landscape, and practically glow with the sunlight of the spectacular day when they were shot. Strikingly mounted with a seldom-seen signed portrait, this group of photographs make for a handsome Wright display. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Rare oversized photo of their historic first powered flight, inscribed by Orville to his cousin 4. Orville Wright. Fabulous vintage matte-finish 9 x 6 oversized photo of the Wright Brothers first flight, signed and inscribed in black ink to his cousin, “To Elizabeth Payne, with best wishes, Orville Wright.” Double matted and framed to an overall size of 15 x 12.5. In fine condition, with moderate contrast to the handwriting against the turf background, and the handwriting a couple of shades light but completely legible.

On December 17, 1903, Orville Wright piloted the first powered airplane 20 feet above a wind-swept North Carolina beach in a flight lasting 12 seconds and covering 120 feet. That brief trip skyward earned the brothers throngs of admirers including their cousin, whom the brothers bestowed with this remarkable image… one that is more than twice the size of the more common, but still scarce, ‘first flight’ signed photos. An exceptionally desirable image, with outstanding association; just a handful of these oversized images have ever appeared at auction. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

The Wright brothers educate and entertain in the south of France 5. Orville Wright. Four items:

ALS in pencil signed “O. Wright,” one lightly-lined page, 8.25 x 5.5, Hotel Gassion letterhead.

Wright writes to his student, Mr. Tissandier, in full: “We are not going to camp till afternoon”; and three vintage pearl-finish photos, ranging in size from 3.25 x 4.5 to 6.5 x 4.75, one featuring Wilbur Wright, Mr. Tissandier, and two unidentified men; one capturing Orville Wright teaching Count de Lambert how to fly as Paul Tissandier looks on; and the third of Mr. Tissandier and an unidentified man standing by the plane. In very good condition, with two vertical creases and light toning to the letter, and some mild creasing and silvering to the photos.

M. Paul Tissandier was the Wright brothers’ student pilot at Pau in the south of France, where they spent the spring of 1909. Pau, a posh resort town at the foot of the Pyrenees, was once a favorite vacation spot of King Edward VII, but tourism fell sharply when the king began to take a liking to Biarritz instead. Seeking a new attraction for tourists, Pau recruited the Wrights to fly at Pont-Long, where Wilbur made 64 flights and trained the first French airmen between February and March 1909. Orville and Katharine were given complimentary lodgings in a sumptuous hotel, the Hotel Gassion, while Wilbur slept in the flying shed, his meals provided by a French chef selected by the mayor. A splendid grouping from the Wrights’ sojourn, with a truly exceptional photograph of Wilbur teaching Tissandier how to pilot the Wright Flyer. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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“I thank you for your letter of congratulations on the thirty-second anniversary of our first flight” 6. Orville Wright. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10, personal letterhead, Decem-

ber 21, 1935. Brief letter to Reverend H. Randel Lookabill. In full: “I thank you for your letter of congratulations on the thirty-second anniversary of our first flight. I also thank you for the clipping from the ‘Sentinel.’” In fine condition, with small mounting remnants and toning to edges. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. A boldly signed example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

7. Orville Wright. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, Dayton,

Ohio, December 6, 1930. Wright responds to Luke Christopher, Secretary of the Contest Committee at the National Aeronautic Association, in full: “I have signed and returned the Sporting Glider Licenses, but have withheld the Class A and Class B licenses until I know that there is authority for such. In looking through the F. A. I. rules I have failed to fine more than one class. Will you please give me the F. A. I. ruling authorizing these other licenses?” A crease to the top left corner, a rusty staple mark, and an official received stamp just below the date, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

8. Orville Wright. Crisp Winters National Bank check,

7.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and boldly signed by Wright, payable to The Rike-Kumler Company for $3.00, January 2, 1917. Light show-through from cancellation stamps on the reverse, and the expected cancellation stamp, notation, and holes, the latter of which trivially affect the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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9. Orville Wright. Two original unsigned Christmas cards from Orville Wright. The first card measures 5 x 4 closed, with an embossed Christmas candle on front with text in silver: “The Season’s Greetings and Best Wishes for the New Year,” with the inside bearing Wright’s name embossed in type; the second card measures 6.25 x 5.5 closed, engraved on the front over embossed silver holly: “Greetings for Christmas and the New Year,” with Wright’s name embossed in type inside. In very good condition, with two areas of tape toning to bottom of first card, and scattered creases and tape remnants to second card. Cards originate from the collection of Rev. H. Randel Lookabill of Dayton, Ohio, and Greenville, Indiana. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

10. Orville Wright. Hand-addressed mailing envelope, addressed in Wright’s hand to “Rev. H. R. Lookabill, Greentown, Indiana,” with Lookabill noting in pencil, “From Orville Wright 1943,” and postmarked Dayton, Ohio, December 17, 1943 and an unsigned Christmas card, measuring 5 x 4.75 closed. Front of card is embossed in red and silver “Greetings,” with Wright’s embossed name printed inside. In very good condition, with toning to cover of card, small tear to right edge, and scattered toning and soiling to envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

A collection of rare photographs of Katharine Wright, the famed sister of the aviation pioneers 11. Katharine Wright. Rare vintage glossy 6 x 4.5

photo of Orville watching as Katharine feeds hay to a cow, affixed to a slightly larger cardstock mount, signed and inscribed in ink, “To our friend, M. Paul Tissandier, Katharine Wright, March 9, 1909.” In fine condition, with mild silvering to the darker areas of the image. Accompanied by two vintage pearl-finish photos, one of Katharine flanked by her sons during a day time stroll, and the other of Wilbur assisting Katharine in his plane.

These photos of Katharine and her brothers were likely taken in Pau, France, where the Wrights flew between February and March 1909. Wilbur had asked Katharine to come to France with Orville, and they joined him in Pau; there, they became acquainted with M. Paul Tissandier, a French student pilot. Katharine was much more convivial and extroverted than her famously shy brothers, and quickly established herself in society. She became a magnet of the French press who saw in her the human dimension of the Wright story and circulated specious stories about her involvement in the invention of the Wright Flyer. Katharine, along with Wilbur and Orville, was awarded the Legion d’honneur, making her one of few women to have received the award. The Wrights returned to Dayton, Ohio, as celebrities. Katharine took on business responsibilities and later became an officer at the Wright Company after Wilbur’s death in 1912. A fine collection of photographs, and a seldom-seen signed photo of the Wrights’ sister. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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13. Amelia Earhart. Original wing fabric swatch, 2 x 2,

12. Amelia Earhart. Pristine vintage

ink signature on a yellow 5 x 4.5 album page. In fine condition, with a collector’s notation along the right edge. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

excised from Amelia Earhart’s Lockheed Vega 5B. The red swatch is affixed to a 15 x 20 piece of textured cover stock paper with an 8 x 10 photo print of Earhart standing alongside the plane. Printed beneath the original fabric is a description of her flights and records set in this aircraft. The description reads in full: “This Lockheed Vega 5B was the aircraft used by Amelia Earhart when she became the first woman to make a nonstop solo flight across the Atlantic, May 20–21, 1932. Miss Earhart made the 3260 kilometer (2026 mile) flight from Harbor Grace, Newfoundland to Culmore, Londonderry, Northern Ireland in 14 hours 54 minutes. On August 24-25, 1932, in the same Vega, Miss Earhart flew from Los Angeles, California to Newark, New Jersey covering the 3940 kilometers (2448 miles) in 19 hours 5 minutes. This was the first solo nonstop transcontinental flight by a woman. The Lockheed Vega is now a part of the collection of the National Air and Space Museum.” Despite several fine cracks, superficial chipping, and peripheral toning, the fabric has retained its bright color and shape. Some original fabric from Earhart’s Lockheed Vega 5B was replaced and sold by the National Air and Space Museum when the aircraft was readied for display to the public. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Stately portrait of the fearless aviator and a priceless relic from his groundbreaking flight 14. Charles Lindbergh. Vintage matte-

finish 8 x 11 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To George Wingay, With best wishes, Charles A. Lindbergh, June 3, 1927.” Photo is affixed to its original slightly larger mount and grandly suede matted and framed with a .5 x .5 swatch of fabric from the Spirit of St. Louis, four photos of Lindbergh, and two name plaques to an overall size of 39.25 x 35.5. In fine condition, with small stain to background, a bit of scattered light silvering, and photographer’s notations to lower border.

This bold image was signed just days after the successful completion of Lindbergh’s 33.5 hour flight to Paris, a journey that claimed the lives of six brave pilots before him. His ‘partner,’ The Spirit of St. Louis, was nothing more than a single-engine, single-seat, high-wing monoplane covered in fabric. Together, they braved tumultuous conditions and times of such impaired vision that they were guided only by the barely visible stars. After a miraculous landing in Paris, Lindbergh and the plane were overcome by an overjoyed mob of spectators, both barely emerging, with a bit of damage done to the fabric covering the plane’s fuselage.

This original swatch is exceedingly scarce and incredibly desirable, providing a tangible piece of history from one of aviation’s most lauded flights. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Lindbergh begs reporters to leave his property the morning after his son’s kidnapping: “Our roads are blocked and communication made extremely difficult under present circumstances”

15. Charles Lindbergh. Remarkable and historically significant ALS written in pencil, signed “Charles A. Lindbergh,” one page, 8.25 x 6, dated at the bottom March 2, 1932. Lindbergh writes, in full: “Due to the fact that our roads are blocked and communication made extremely difficult under present circumstances I am asking that everyone leave our farm. I am requesting your cooperating in this situation, as it is of extreme importance to us.” Intersecting folds, one lightly grazing a single letter of the signature, and a moderate block of toning to sheet, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of the original letter of provenance from Karl Bickel, signed “KAB,” which states, “Personally given to me early (8 a.m.appasx) on morning after kidnapping in order to get large body reporters off lawn so that possible conversation with kidnappers could be made.

Request agreed too.”

Lindbergh desperately wrote this letter just 12 hours after his twenty-month old son, Charles Jr., had been taken from the second floor nursery of the aviator’s New Jersey home; a ransom note was left on the window sill of the nursery demanding $50,000 for the child’s safe return. Bombarded by the press and curious onlookers, the distraught father handed this plea to United Press International president, Karl A. Bickel, hoping to clear the property in an attempt to establish communication with the kidnapper. This hastily scribbled note harkens from the darkest time of Lindbergh’s life, direct from the scene of the most horrendous crime. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

“The face of the man in the boat…

I believe it is Kusterer who… went in advance of our tour to make the necessary arrangements” 16. Charles Lindbergh. TLS signed “C. A. Lindbergh,” one page, 8 x 10, Long Barn, Weald letterhead, September 28, 1937. Letter to Timothy Burns. In full: “Thank you very much for sending the extra set of photographs for my wife. I am returning one set with this letter. The face of the man in the boat with Mrs. Burns is rather indistinct but I believe it is Kusterer who, as you may remember, went in advance of our tour to make the necessary arrangements in regard to landing, programme, etc. Kusterer is the man in the lower right hand corner of the other picture of the out-board motorboat.” In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, a few other creases and wrinkles, and scattered spotting, mostly to the blank areas. Milburn Kusterer, representing the Daniel Guggenheim Foundation for the Promotion of Aeronautics, had handled all the details of Lindbergh’s three month tour of the United States after his epic transatlantic flight to Paris. Accompanying this letter are 11 x 8.5 reproductions of three of the 13.75 x 10.75 photographs of Lindbergh returned by the aviator to Burns with this letter. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Lindbergh’s application for an Airman Medical Certificate in which he notes that his “Total Pilot Time to Date” is “7000” miles, due in part to his historic flight 17. Charles Lindbergh. Carbon DS, signed “C. A. Lindbergh,” 8 x 10.5, June 19, 1972. A carbon copy of an Airman Medical Certificate, filled out by Lindbergh and filed with the Federal Aviation Administration. All of Lindbergh’s handwriting, including his signature, is in blue carbon. Lindbergh has printed his name in full “Lindbergh Charles Augustus,” his Darien, Conn. address, Social Security No., and date of birth “2/4/02.” Other information filled out by Lindbergh include Height in inches “74,” Weight in pounds “185,” Color of Hair “Gray,” Color of Eyes “Blue,” Occupation “Consultant,” Employer “Self,” and Length of Time in Present Occupation “43 Years.”

Under “Total Pilot Time To Date,” Lindbergh has written “7000” (Civil) and “1000” (Military) and, “17” (Civil–in Last 6 months). Typed (not carbon) on the front of the document under “Limitations” is: “Holder shall wear glasses which correct for near and distant vision while exercising the privileges of his airman certificate.” Reverse bears pencil notations regarding Lindbergh’s medical examination. In fine condition. While Lindbergh was initially against US entry into World War II, he supported the war effort after Pearl Harbor and flew many combat missions in the Pacific as a civilian consultant, 1000 miles according to this application. The White House refused to reinstate Lindbergh’s Army Air Corps Colonel’s commission that he had resigned in April 1941 after FDR had accused him a ‘defeatist and appeaser’ because of his recommendation that the United States negotiate a neutrality pact with Nazi Germany. An unusual item making almost direct reference to his record-breaking flight in 1927. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Oversized casual portrait of Lindbergh’s weekend Canada during his 1927 North American tour 18. Charles Lindbergh. Vintage matte-finish 13.75 x 10.75 photo of a relaxed Lindbergh standing in a motorboat, his hands in his pockets, flanked by two other men, signed in fountain pen, “Charles A. Lindbergh.” In very good condition, with light creases to corner tips, some light silvering to darker areas of image and around signature, some slight discoloration to background, as well as some more noticeable spotting, visible mainly at an angle.

Accompanied by a photocopy of a typed letter from Lindbergh written ten years later to Timothy Burns in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The photograph here offered is one of the photographs he signed and returned to Burns with the letter written from England on September 28, 1937. Lindbergh wrote, in full, “Thank you very much for sending the extra set of photographs for my wife. I am returning one set with this letter. The face of the man in the boat with Mrs. Burns is rather indistinct but I believe it is Kusterer who, as you may remember, went in advance of our tour to make the necessary arrangements in regard to landing, programme, etc. Kusterer is the man in the lower right hand corner of the other picture of the out-board motorboat.” Also included are reproductions of two of the photographs of Lindbergh which were returned by the aviator to Burns. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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19. Charles Lindbergh. Spe-

cial commemorative dinner menu honoring Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh, given by the citizens of New Orleans at the Roosevelt Hotel on October 8, 1927, 6 x 8.75, bound with a single red, white, and blue ribbon, signed at the bottom corner of the illustration on the front cover in fountain pen, “C. A. Lindbergh.” In fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

20. Celestino Usuelli. Italian aviation and

dirigible pioneer (1877– 1926) who was the first person to cross the Alps in an airship. Vintage 4.75 x 6.75 silver gelatin photo, affixed to a 6 x 8 mount, of Usuelli’s airship hovering over a crowd, signed in fountain pen, “Celestino Usuelli, 16 Agotto 1910,” with notations in another hand, in Italian, to top right. In very good condition, with scattered light soiling, silvering to darker areas of image, and an ink spot under signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

21. Neil Armstrong, Alan Shepard, James Lovell, and J. H. Doolittle. Nostalgic color limited edition 28 x 20 poster entitled ‘Lindbergh Arrives Over Paris,’ May 21, 1927, numbered #54/100, signed in the bottom border in black felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Alan Shepard, James Lovell, and J. H. Doolittle. Also signed in black felt tip by the artist, Robert E. Carlin. Rolled and in fine condition, with a light bend to the bottom right corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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A huge Balkankreuz from one of the Red Baron’s fighters originally presented by his family 22. Manfred von Richthofen. Gigantic and very rare section of aircraft fabric taken from one of von Richthofen’s fighter aircrafts. The section of lacquered fabric measures 32 x 19.5, with a large (21 x 19) Balkankreuz (Greek Cross) painted in black dominating the fabric, against a dull green background, and was most likely taken from the rudder area of the aircraft. This style of cross was prevalent on German Air Service aircraft from early 1918 until the end of the war. Fabric has been professionally dry mounted, which has since come loose, and framed under UV glass to an overall size of 34.5 x 22.25. Expected distress, with several period patches and touch-ups, crazing and some cracking to some areas of paint, with several areas of the cross having been professionally retouched recently, and some chipping to irregular edges, otherwise very good condition.

Fabric comes from the estate of United States Air Force Colonel Kimbrough Brown, author of the book, Von Richthofen and the Flying Circus (Harleyford Publications, 1958). The fabric was presented to Colonel Brown directly from the von Richthofen family in gratitude of his book.

After his passing, his wife sold the fabric in 1986, and this piece is accompanied by the original notarized statement that accompanied the transaction. The letter reads, “The World War German aircraft fabric with black cross, as represented in the photo above, was presented in Germany to my husband, Col. Kimbrough Brown, by the family of the Baron Manfred Von Richthofen as a reciprocal gift when he presented the Baron’s family with a copy of his book, Von Richthofen and The Flying Circus. In presenting the fabric to Col. Brown, the family informed him it had been taken from one of Baron Richthofen’s earlier fighter aircraft - not from his death plane.” The use of the Latin Cross is unusual from this early period of the war and may well have been a special use on the insignia on a plane Von Richthofen flew, but this is speculation and confirming information is lost to history. Also accompanied by a 1961 news clipping mentioning Brown’s extensive aviation collection, mentioning the von Richthofen fabric. Most of the scant handful of documented von Ricthofen items are preserved in museums and seldom become available to the public. RRAuction COA.…(MB $5000)

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Exceptionally scarce image of the aviator in his ground-breaking aircraft 23. John Bevins Moisant. American aviator responsible for creating the first experimental aluminum plane in 1909. Exemplary vintage 6.5 x 4.5 photo of the pioneer in his metal aircraft, signed in ink, “Paris May 15, 1910, Juan B. Moisant.” In fine condition, with some light silvering to the darker areas of the image. A remarkably crisp and clear image of the man and his machine. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

24. J. A. Douglas McCurdy.

Canadian aviation pioneer (1886– 1961). McCurdy flew the first plane in Canada, simultaneously becoming the first British subject to man such a craft. Nostalgic 4.5 x 3.75 clipped book photo of the Silver Dart during its first flight at Baddeck, Nova Scotia on February 23, 1909, signed at across the top in blue ballpoint, “J. A. D. McCurdy.” In fine condition, with trimmed edges. Accompanied by a glossy image of McCurdy and a few children as they linger around the Silver Dart. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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25. U.S.S. Akron. Accident-prone naval airship that was lost in a

weather-related accident on April 4, 1933, killing 73 of the 76 crew and passengers on board. Commemorative Navy Department penalty cover honoring the loss of the Akron, postmarked 1933 on the reverse, signed in ink by the ship’s only three survivors, Herbert V. Wiley, Richard E. Deal, and Moody E. Erwin. A light, uniform block of toning from previous display, light creasing, and a typed address, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a TLS of provenance from Deal, dated May 30, 1933. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

tage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of an artist’s rendering of the acclaimed pilot, displayed on a slightly larger informational paperstock mount, signed in ink, “Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker.” In fine condition, with light rippling along the edges, and light contrast to the signature against the darker background.

RRAuction COA.…

(MB $200)

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27. Eddie Rickenbacker. Three items:

TLS signed “E. V. Rickenbacker,” 7.25 x 10.5, Eastern Air Lines letterhead. Rickenbacker writes to Captain Rene Charles of the Les Ailes Mutilees, in full: “As requested in yours of November 24th, I am happy to enclose herewith two autographed photographs, which I trust will serve your purpose”; a color postcard, 3.25 x 5.25, featuring an image of Easter Airline’s 88-Passenger SuperConstellation plane, signed on the reverse in fountain pen, “Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker”; and a fountain pen signature on an off-white 4 x 1.5 slip clipped from the closing of a letter. In very good to fine condition, with a faint paperclip impression to the top left corner of the letter, along with two sets of binder holes along the left edge; light toning, a faded letter in pencil, surface impressions, a postal cancellation mark, and a punch hole to the right edge of the postcard; and a few trivial spots of foxing to the signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

28. World in the Air. The World in the Air by Francis Trevelyan,

second volume. NY: G.P. Putnam’s Sons, 1930. Hardcover, 8.5 x 11.5, 336 pages. Includes a unique history of early aviation. In very good condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

30. Aviation Tobacco Cards. Collection of 47 color lithographed

Wills Cigarette insert cards, issued in 1910 by the Imperial Tobacco Co, measuring 1.25 x 2.5 or 2.5 x 1.25. Each image depicts a historic balloon, dirigible, glider, or flying machine in flight including noted pilots Lilienthal, Langley, Wright, Bleriot, Farman, Santos-Dumont, and others. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

31. B-29. Restricted

training manual entitled “The B-29, Airplane Commander Training Manual for the Superfortress,” 8 x 10.5, 177 pages, bound by three holes punched to left edge. Second page bears a foreword from General H. H. Arnold, with a printed signature at the conclusion, and states: “The techniques and procedures described in this book are standard and mandatory. In this respect the manual serves the dual purpose of a training checklist and a working handbook.” In fine condition, with some light creasing to front cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Original flown American flag from Hughes’ 1938 flight around the world 29. Howard Hughes. Flown red, white, and blue American flag, 12 x 8. This relic is one of the original private US flags that accompanied Hughes on his world-record breaking ‘Around the World Flight’ in July of 1938. Heralding straight from the estate of Alfred I. Lodwick, former Flight Operations Manager for Hughes during his epic journey and founder of Al Lodwick’s Aviation Military Academy in Florida. Hughes entrusted much of his personal aviation collection with Lodwick to display at his School of Aeronautics. In fine condition, with light toning to the white stripes and a central vertical fold. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Walter C. Beckwith stating this item is from the collection of Allbert I.Lodwick, who was the Flight Operations Manager for Hughes for his around the world flight. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Very rare World War I original airplane art of the 93rd’s fearsome Indian 32. Aviation. An incredibly rare and visually striking Indian Head insignia salvaged from a French-made Spad biplane from the 93rd Aero Squadron. This enormous piece of fabric, taken from the plane’s fuselage, measures approximately 38 x 24, with the imposing insignia of the United States Aero Squadron in the center. The grand and intimidating insignia features a large and sinister screaming Indian, his face adorned in red, white, blue, and yellow face-paint, with two large white feathers coming from the headband. Surrounding the insignia are portions of the aircraft’s original camouflage paint scheme. Item has been mounted between two sheets of stiff plastic, to an overall size of 40 x 24. In very good condition, with expected age wear, some scattered light rubbing to paint, not affecting the overall appearance.

The consignor states that this piece was purchased from the estate of a man who had been a mechanic in the squadron. It was common during the First World War for aviators and their ground crews to collect ‘trophies’ from the aircraft of their fallen foes. Souvenir hunting was not limited to enemy aircraft however as frequently airmen would purloin items from their own damaged aircraft for sentimental reasons. Presumably our mechanic retained this piece as his own souvenir from the ‘Great War.’ The 93rd took part in 157 war missions, fought 64 combats and received official confirmation for 32 enemy planes shot down. A visually stunning relic from the first World War, the first conflict in which aircrafts were used on a large scale. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

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33. Bud Evans. Noted pilot who flew fighter missions in both World War II and Korea and later became a test pilot. White leather covered fighter hard shell helmet complete with headphone earflaps and related connector chord. In very good overall condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

34. Gathering of Eagles 1987. Limited edition set of three

lithographs, #1097/1200, one 16.5 x 24 and two 6.25 x 24 from the 1987 Gathering of Eagles. The two smaller prints are signed in pencil by the following aviators, each signing by his image. Signers are: A. Raymond Brooks, Charles R. ‘Charlie’ Bond, William Dennis David, Andrew William ‘Nicky’ Barr, Reade Tilley, Wolfgang Spate, Scott McCuskey, Joseph C. McCarthy, Kenneth A. Walsh, Clarence E. ‘Bud’ Anderson, Charles H. MacDonald, James K. Johnson, Frank K. ‘Pete’ Everest, Bernard A. Schriever, Charles E. ‘Chuck’ Yeager, John H. Glenn, Leo K. Thorsness, and Joe Engle. Third composite print is signed in pencil by the artist, Jay Ashurst. Matted and framed to an overall size of 40 x 32. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original booklet. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

35. Joe Kittinger.

Spectacular color glossy 8 x 10 photo featuring Kittinger seconds after launching himself into the open air, boldly signed in black felt tip.

In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA..…

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36. US Navy. US Navy Miniature British and French Ship

Models Mk.1 Supplement, with original wooden carrying case with the spaces for 22 models, with 16 models included.

All manufactured by H. A. Framburg & Co Chicago, with the models made to approx 1/1200th scale. Each ship is separately screwed to a wooden base, the underside of the base describing the Class of the Ship as well as the maker. Waterline Recognition Models include: “London” (Devonshire Class), “Richelieu” (Richelieu Class), “Unicorn” carrier, “La Galissonniere” class cruiser, “Belfast,” “Pretoria Castle” carrier, and “Battler Class” carrier. Inner wooden box is painted light blue, outer in battleship grey, hinged at the center and stencil labeled at the top. In fine condition, with expected wear to case. An extremely unusual and rare item. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Collection of items from the doomed Hindenburg, including two relics recovered from the crash site 37.

Hindenburg. Archive consisting of five items relating to the Hindenburg. Archive includes: A swatch of singed treated fabric, approximately 3 x 2, recovered from the May 6, 1937, crash site by Thurlow C. Haunton.

Provenance: Bonhams. A singed fragment of fabric rigging, approximately 6˝ long, with string and six eyelets, recovered from the May 6, 1937, crash site by Thurlow C. Haunton. Provenance: Bonhams. An unused oval gummed label, 5.25 x 3.5, in red, white, and blue, imprinted with images of an airship and an airplane, imprinted “Airship Hindenburg/American Airlines Inc./Exclusive Connecting Service.” A printed message from A. E. Jessurun on the reverse of a 5.5 x 3.25 government postcard, April 30, 1936. Titled “Flying Trip,” Jessurun begins, “I leave this afternoon by Airplane for San Francisco to New York and from Lakehurst, New Jersey I will fly on the Graf Zeppelin Hindenburg to Frankfurt, Germany remaining there one and one half days and then fly on the Hindenburg to Lakehurst, New Jersey and fly back to Chicago.” A commemorative cover, 6.5 x 3.75, with a cachet honoring Lakehurst Trans-Atlantic First Hindenburg Flight Frankfurt-am-Main, with two US airmail stamps postmarked New York, May 11, 1936. Cover bears a typed address to Mr. Thurlow Clark Haunton, Long Branch, N.J., and is postmarked on the reverse Frankfurt-am-Main, May 14, 1936, with postmark depicting the airship captioned in German, “Carried by Airship Hindenburg.”

In very good to fine overall condition, with scattered toning and soiling to cover, pencil notation to reverse of postcard, as well as a bit of scattered light toning. A very interesting collection of items boasting two particularly large remnants of the ship. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Meticulous CBI Theater scrapbook, including a pristine blood chit and escape maps, carefully complied by a decorated member of the 493rd Bomb Squadron 38. World War II: CBI Scrapbook. Original and large CBI (China-Burma-India) theater of war scrapbook,

compiled by Colonel Ralph Marshall during his tour of duty in World War II, while serving with the B-24 Liberators of the 493rd Bomb Squadron. Marshall was a heavily decorated officer who was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with Oak Leaf Cluster, among other citations. Hardcover scrapbook measures 15.5 x 11.25 and contains 44 pages, mostly with items on both sides, full of candid photos, news clippings, maps, personal and historical mementos, and other keepsakes.

Highlights of the scrapbook include: an original theater-made hand-painted leather squadron patch of the 493rd Bomb Squadron. Patch measures 6.25˝ in diameter and depicts an armored hand firmly grasping a bomb; a pristine folded 7.75 silk blood chit and escape flag; three large folded color silk escape maps of Southeast China, Central and Indo China, and North and South Burma; a child’s mitten carried on every mission by Marshall; dozens of snapshots of Marshall’s base and friends, some signed, as well as snapshots of visited countries; dropped propaganda leaflet, currency, and matchbook; currency from various countries visited; and Marshall’s orders home. In very good condition, with expected wear, repaired covers, loose spine, and duct tape to covers. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Extremely rare ‘Sacred Cow’ flight patch from the crew’s engineer

39. World War II: Sacred Cow. Unbelievably rare ‘Sacred Cow’ flight patch worn by its flight engineer Fred Winslow. Patch measures 4.75˝

in diameter and depicts a flying white cow with a gold halo over its head, a bell around its neck, and an “up/down” elevator switch on its belly.

Franklin D. Roosevelt, was the first sitting president to fly in an aircraft, when he traveled on a Boeing 314 flying boat to the 1943 Casablanca Conference to discuss the progress of World War II with Winston Churchill. As this aircraft did not suit FDR’s needs, the Secret Service reconfigured a C-54 Skymaster as a replacement. Nicknamed the Sacred Cow, it contained a sleeping area, a radio telephone, and a retractable elevator to lift the president and his wheelchair in and out of the plane. FDR hated flying, but given time constraints and threats from German submarines, Roosevelt used the Sacred Cow to travel to a few important events, most notably the 1945 Yalta Conference.

Also included is Winslow’s leather navigator’s case, 17 x 12.5, stenciled on the front, “Pilots Navigation Kit, Air Corps, United States Army.”

Zip case opens up with several green pockets and pouches, five pencils, three unused, and Winslow’s identification card in the see through panel “T/Sgt. F. A. Winslow, Air Transport Command, Bolling Field, Washington, D. C.” Among the other items are various items from the Sacred Cow, the Independence, and Air Force One, including match books, stationery, pen, and gin rummy score sheets. Also included are several news clippings with photos of the Cow’s crew and of Winslow, a name tag, wings, and other photocopies of information, and a press release announcing the retirement of the Sacred Cow. In fine condition, with expected light wear and soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

One-of-a-kind original ‘Satan’s Angels’ patch 40. World War II: Satan’s Angels. One-of-a-kind hand-

painted eight-inch diameter “Satan’s Angles,” theater patch made for a P-38 Lightning pilot.

Center of the patch bears an image of the 431st Fighter Squadron “Hades” with a winged halo above his head painted against a blue background with the five yellow stars of the gold cross, representing the Southern Cross, an homage to the group’s formation in Australia. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling, and some light crazing to leather. Accompanied by two original glossy 2 x 2.5 candid snapshots from the 431st squadron base during World War II, one of a sign for the squadron stating “We take death into the skies,” the other features airplane art of the devil on the nose of a plane.

During World War II, the 475th Fighter Group (Satan’s Angels), in combat for approximately two years, completed 3042 missions (21,701 sorties), and shot down 551 Japanese aircraft. On the other hand, the Group lost only 56 planes to the Japanese. During the war, the Group took part in seven campaigns, and was awarded three Distinguished Unit Citations for outstanding performance of duty in action. The unit boasted such ‘Aces’ of the Pacific War as Col. Charles MacDonald (27), Capt. Daniel T. Roberts (14), Lt. Francis J. Lent (11), Lt. Col. John S. Loisel (11), and Capt. Elliot Summer (10), plus many more. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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‘Fighting Eagles’ flight jacket, with hand-painted Mustang on the back denoting nine kills 41. A-2 Fourth Fighter Group: James W. Ayers. Rare leather 4th Fighter Group, 334th

Fighter Squadron A-2 flight jacket belonging to Lieutenant James Ayers. Leather jacket, size 38, bears a manufacturer’s label inside of collar which reads, “Type A-2, DWG. No. 30-1414, A. C. Contract…J. A. Dubow Mfg. Co., Chicago, Ill.” Ayers’s name and serial number are stenciled on the lining under the collar. Left breast boasts the very rare 334th Fighter Squadron painted leather patch depicting a large and intimidating rooster with raised fists covered in boxing gloves, with a blue eagle in the background. The back of the jacket has an incredible hand-painted image of Ayers’ nose-diving P-51D Mustang firing all of its machine guns, bearing the plane’s call letters and nine painted swastikas. Jacket has two front flap pockets, knitted waistband, and period replacement cuffs. In very good condition, with some separations to inside original lining, and overall light crazing and fading to leather. Squadron path is lightly faded and cracked, with some scattered paint loss and expected crazing. Painting on the reverse is also cracked, with just a few small areas of surface loss. Formed in 1942, the 334th began with Americans who had volunteered to serve with the Royal Air Force prior to the United States entry into World War II. During World War II, the 334th had a total of 395 kills against the German Luftwaffe; 210 kills in the air and 185 on the ground. The 4th FG was formed directly from many of the original American ‘Eagle Squadron’ members. The scarcity of any item from the celebrated 4th FG cannot be overstated, in addition to the extremely rare ‘kill’ examples painted on the reverse, with even less of them documented to their former owner. Ayers is officially credited with seven ground kills and one victory in the air. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

42. Robert Cardenas. B-24 pilot with the 506th Bomb Squadron during World War II. Shot down over France, he eluded capture and fought alongside the French Resistance until repatriation. He then became a test pilot and was the Officer-In-Charge and the launch pilot who flew the B-29 ‘drop plane’ that launched Chuck Yeager in the Bell X-1. Cardenas’s personally-owned and-worn Type CWU T/P flight suit. Sage green nylon suit bears a manufacturer’s label sewn inside of collar which reads, “Coverall, Flying Men’s Type CWU T/P; Size: Medium Short; Sandler Brothers Inc.” Suit also features an embroidered name tag with wings, “Robert L. Cardenas, Colonel U.S.A.F,” over left breast, a colorful 51st Fighter Group patch over right breast, and embroidered Colonel’s tabs on both shoulders. Suit has all the expected pockets from head to toe and zipper retains its original leather pull tab. In fine condition, with expected distress and wear, as well as a few small stains. A well-preserved flight suit from a highly decorated and respected Air Force officer who saw service in both World War II and Vietnam. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

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Very rare test sample L–2 flight jacket from the highly-decorated Robert Cardenas 43. Robert Cardenas. Carde-

nas’s personally-owned and-worn Experimental Test Sample L-2 flight jacket. Navy blue jacket bears an “Experimental Test Sample Clothing Branch” label sewn into collar of jacket. A black leather name tag is sewn over the left breast, with Command Pilot’s wings and Cardenas’s name printed on it. Shoulders each have a leather patch with a printed general’s star, and a McDonnell Phantom II patch applied to the left shoulder. Jacket also has wool knit collar, cuffs and waistband, and two slash pockets. In fine condition, with expected wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

44. Frank K. ‘Pete’ Everest.

Everest’s Experimental Test Laboratory Type L-2 jacket.

Early and uncommon green jacket has a label sewn inside the collar which reads, “Experimental Test Sample, Clothing Branch, Aero Medical Laboratory.” Everest’s leather name patch is sewn to left breast, and jacket features two front pockets, a small zippered pocket and pen pocket to the left arm, and knitted cuffs and waistband. In fine condition, with a couple small pulls and holes to waistband, and a small repair to lower left. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

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Flight jacket from the one-time ‘fastest man alive’ 45. Frank K. ‘Pete’ Everest. Decorated Air Force officer who flew combat missions in the European and CBI theaters, who later became a test pilot, and once held the distinction of being ‘the fastest man alive.’ Frank K. Everest’s personally-owned and-worn leather A-2 flight jacket.

Jacket is a size 28, and has a manufacturer’s label sewn inside of the collar, which reads, “Type A-2, DWG. No. 301415; A. C. Contract…J. A. Dubow Mfg. Co., Chicago, Ill.” Everest’s leather name tag is sewn on the left breast above the impressive 6.5˝ diameter squadron insignia. Jacket also has two front flap pockets and knitted cuffs and waist. In very good condition, with expected wear, fading, and crazing to leather, as well as a few separations to lining. Accompanied by two vintage lighters: a Zippo with Everest’s name engraved on the top and honoring Bill Holden’s flight, and a Corona USAFF Weapons Center; a copy of Everest’s book, The Fastest Man Alive; as well as an unsigned photo of Everest posing by his X-2 Bell Aircraft. A very personal item from one of aviation’s most distinguished and honored officers. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

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46. Frank K. ‘Pete’ Everest. Flight jacket belonging to Frank

Everest. Olive drab jacket features a wool lining, fur collar, two diagonal front pockets, a pen pocket to left sleeve, and knitted cuffs and collar. Inside bears a light, but legible stenciled Army Air Force insignia. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

Flight jacket from the historic 509th Composite group

47. WWII Aviation: 509th Composite Group. Type

A-2 leather flight jacket belonging to 58th Wing 509th Composite Group member W. M. Staub. Jacket, size 38, bears a manufacturer’s label inside which reads, “Type A-2…A. C. Contract…J. A. Dubow Mfg. Co., Chicago, Ill,” and Staub’s name and serial number written under the label in an unknown hand. Let breast bears a sewn on leather name tag above a 4.75˝ diameter early 509th Composite Group B-29 era patch when the unit was assigned to the 58th Bombardment Wing. Top left shoulder shows remnants of a color Army Air Corps painted patch. Jacket also has two front flap pockets and knitted cuffs and waistband. In very good condition, with expected age wear, fading, and crazing to leather, a few pulls and holes to cuffs and waist, and light soiling to patch. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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48. WWII Aviation: B-15 Pilot.

Original World War II US Army Air Forces B-15 flight jacket. Olive drab standard pattern flight jacket, size 38, bears a label inside of collar which states “Jacket Intermediate Type B-15, Specification No. 3220…Property of the U. S. Army Air Forces.” Jacket bears two slash snap pockets, a single pen pocket on left sleeve, wool knot waistline and cuffs, and fur collar. An Army Air Forces colored patch is stenciled on the left shoulder. Inside is lined in wool, with two inside pockets and a small white Army Air Forces insignia. In fine condition. Such well-preserved examples of this type of jacket are seldom encountered. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

96th BS flight jacket with its original menacing devil squadron emblem 49. WWII Aviation: Devil with Bomb. Scarce original

leather Type A-2 bombers jacket from a former member of the 96th Bomb Squadron, 2nd Bomb Group. Leather jacket bears a manufacturer’s label sewn inside of collar and states “Type A-2 Drawing No. 30-1415…Rough Wear Clothing Co., Middletown, P.A.” Left breast bears the classic and intimidating squadron emblem of a triangle outlined in white, with a profile of a devil thumbing his nose at the ground, a white bomb in his left hand. Jacket features two flap pockets on front and knitted cuffs and waistband. In very good condition, with expected wear and light crazing to leather, some scattered light discoloration, light crazing and some scattered light color loss to insignia, and a few pulls and small holes to cuffs. Accompanied by an original pair of vintage aviators glasses in their original leather case.

The 96th Bomb Squadron was formed in World War I and based out of Kelly Field. The squadron continued to see service in World War II, flying 412 combat missions in the European and Mediterranean theaters, earning two Distinguished Unit citations. A great item boasting one of the most recognizable and prized combat insignias. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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Rare original Flying Tigers ‘Hump’ flight jacket, complete with flag and blood chit 50. WWII Aviation: Flying Tigers‘Hump’ Flight Jacket. Incredibly rare and

original Flying Tigers ‘Hump’ A-2 pilot’s jacket. Brown goatskin leather jacket bears a manufacturer’s label inside of collar and reads, “Type A-2, Drawing No.30-1415…Cable Raincoat Co. Property Air Force, U.S. Army,” and has knit cuffs and waistband.

Left breast bears a set of painted pilot’s wings, and 20 tiny mountains or ‘humps,’ as the pilots referred to them which signify the number of missions flown over the Himalaya. Reverse of the jacket bears a 9.5 x 6.75 red, white, and blue Indian-made American ‘escape’ flag as well as a 6.25 x 4.5 leather blood chit, with translations in Thai and Chinese. In very good condition, with expected age wear, light crazing, discoloration and distress to leather, one stripe from flag on the back partially separated, scattered soiling and crazing to leather patches, and some small pulls and holes to cuffs and waistband.

Accompanied by a colorful embroidered 43˝ long silk pilot scarf from the CBI, as well as several other items, including: a non-working flip-top lighter, with relief engravings of an elephant and several deities; a printed pamphlet entitled ‘Our Chinese Ally’; a newspaper page from the August 15, 1945, San Francisco Chronicle showing the celebration in the streets; and a couple of other booklets. ‘Hump’ pilots were perhaps even more skilled than fighter pilots, as any flight in heavily laden aircraft over the mountain range required an exceptional skill set. Very difficult to find in their original untampered form. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

Colorful “Hells Angels” bombers jacket from a Distinguished Cross recipient 51. WWII Aviation: Hell’s Angels. Leather Type

A-2 flying jacket belonging to a Sergeant Smith of the 303rd Bomb Group. Jacket is a size 38 and has a manufacturer’s label sewn inside of collar reads, “Type A-2…Rough Wear Clothing Co., Middletown, P.A.” Painted on the back is an amazing rendition of Smith’s B-17 plane, the Idaliza. At the top in bright yellow letters is “Hells Angels,” with a full-length image of the Idaliza underneath, complete with its female nose art. Listed underneath in red are the 35 missions Smith flew over German targets and German-occupied French targets, including four missions to Berlin, and other targets including Brussels, Leipzig, Hamburg, and Mannheim. Judging from the vivid color and condition of the painting, it was most likely done post war. A pair of silver wings is pinned to the left breast, along with his Distinguished Cross ribbon and a gold painted “35.” In fine condition, with expected age wear and light crazing. Smith was awarded a Distinguished Flying Cross for his heroic efforts during World War II. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

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Rocketry, Cosmonauts, & Test Pilots

path to space 52. Wernher von Braun. Signed book:

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Astronautical Engineering and Science. NY: McGraw-Hill, 1963.

Hardcover, 6.25 x 9.25, 394 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black ink. Owner’s name written on opening and closing pages, several owner’s stamps to top and fore edges, and scattered wear to covers and spine, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a photocopied letter of authenticity from the book’s original owner stating “This hand-signed book was given to me by my uncle who worked with Dr. Wernher von Braun in Huntsville, Al.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

5 3 . K o n s t a n t i n Ts i olkovsky. Russian physicist

(1857–1935) who pioneered the study of rocketry and cosmonautics and whose discoveries were of crucial importance in the development of manned space travel. Booklet entitled The Success of Aeronautics in the 19th Century, in Russian, is 18 pages. Signed and inscribed at the top of the first page, also in Russian, with a three-line inscription dated 1901. In very good condition, with uniform toning to all pages, a stamp below signature, repaired tear to bottom of first page, and some scattered light foxing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

V-2 Rocket. A liquid oxygen injector from a V-2 rocket motor.

Injector is shadowboxed against an informational background and framed to an overall size of 4.5 x 4.5. The rocket engine was fueled by an alcohol and water combination, with liquid oxygen serving as an oxidizer that enabled the fuel to burn. The fuel and oxidizer were pumped into a main combustion chamber where they mixed and then ignited.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 56. Wernher von Braun.

Printed report submitted to von Braun, one page, 8 x 10.5, headed at the top, “Notes 1-7-63 Stuhlinger,” with several pencil notations by von Braun, each signed “B.” There are three separate reports on the sheet, the first entitled “Micrometeoroid Satellite,” stating a response is “due to be returned by January 17,” to which von Braun responds, “!! A bit fast eh!”; and the third report entitled “Lunar Report,” concerning “the capabilities of various Saturn vehicles to soft-land unmanned payloads on the moon,” to which von Braun writes “E.S. Please let me have this report.” In fine condition, with a couple other pencil and ink notations and two punch holes to top edge. Accompanied by a photocopied certificate of authenticity from Dr. Ernst Stuhlinger, providing the background information on the reports, and stating he retained all the reports until 2006. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

54. V-1 Inlet Valve.

Flown inlet ‘flap’ valve strip from the Klappenregister of an Argus pulse jet that was part of a propulsion unit of a V-1 flying bomb. Shutter type valve measures 4.5 long by 1.5 wide and was excavated at Peenemunde in the summer of 2006. Valve is shadowboxed against an informational background and framed to an overall size of 8.25 x 9.75. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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57. Cape Canaveral Launch Complex Souvenirs. Five

small relics taken from five different launch complexes at Cape Canaveral. Relics are: metal from the Pad 5 gantry; cableway from the Complex 14 tower to the Ready room; linoleum from the White Room of Complex 19; gantry from Complex 26; and a portion of the launch pedestal of Complex 34.

All five are affixed to a printed 8.5 x 11 informational sheet, authenticated by William Dickerson. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Ground-breaking 1934 article that first introduced the concept of rocketry 58. German Rocketry: Sanger, Dr. Eugen. Austrian-German aerospace engi-

neer (1905–1964). Original German issue of the 1934 German Rocket Society publication, ‘Flug Zeitschrift fur dat Gesamte Gebiet der Luftfahrt–wissenschaftliches sonderheft translated, roughly: Flight Journal or Magazine for All of Aviation/Air Travel: Special Sciences issue, 23 pages, 8.25 x 12, signed across the top of the first page in fountain pen, adding a brief sentiment in German and the date April 12, 1935. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, light creasing, scattered toning and spotting, a small separation to the bottom of the spine, central fold, and the subsequent pages, an ink notation, a corner tear, and the expected wear from handling. The entire publication is the article ‘Neuere Ergebnisse der Raketenflugtechnik,’ roughly translating into ‘New Developments in Rocket Flight Technology,’ by Dr. Eugen Sanger, in which he proposed the first orbital bomber, ‘the silver bird,’ featuring images, diagrams, and illustrations. A truly historic publication. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

60. Wernher von Braun. TLS, one

59. Wernher Von Braun. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of von

Braun behind his desk, signed and inscribed in black ink “For Melanie Roddam, with the very best wishes—Wernher von Braun.” In good condition, with several noticeable creases to image and borders, scattered surface marks and impressions, a few small surface tears, and some curling to vertical edges. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

page, 7.25 x 10.5, June 8, 1954. Letter to Commander Robert Brooks of the Pasadena Air Force Association.

In part: “Thank you very much for your kind invitation to address the Pasadena Area Squadron on July 20 or some later date. I am sorry to advise you that our working pressure at Redstone Arsenal has lately increased to the point that I have been compelled to cut out all extra-curricular speaking activities.” In very good condition, with scattered toning and some creasing to top left corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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cosmomauts 61. Yuri Gagarin. DS, in Spanish, signed by Gagarin in red ink on

the line designating him “Presidente,” one page, 5.75 x 3.75, Moscow, no date [but 1965]. The document is entitled, in Spanish, “Sociedad De Amistad Sovietico-Cubano,” translating to “Society of Friendship of USSR-CUBA.” The document pays tribute to the heroes of the Bay of Pigs on the fourth anniversary of the unsuccessful American attempt to invade Cuba in 1961. “We salute……the Cuban heroes that built Socialism and defended liberty….Independence to the Country….” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

62. Soviet Liquid Fuel Orientation Engine. An actual orientation

liquid fuel engine (11D428A) complete with the fuel valve assembly that was used as a part of united engine installation with a thrust of 13.3 kg (mass – 1.2 kg) for the channels of pitch, yaw and roll. Engine and assembly measure approximately 12 x 5. Engine has a moveable mount (removable) extending over the beta cloth covered nozzle and yellow foam core insulation over the fuel valve assembly.

Engine is affixed to a vertical mount with an informational plaque affixed to base. This engine was made for use on Zvezda—the core module of the International Space Station that provides living quarters and life support for the crew. It was originally intended for the Mir-2 space station, but when this project was canceled after the fall of the Soviet Union, it was amalgamated into the ISS instead.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Cosmonaut watch worn in space for 33 hours during six spacewalks

63. Omega Speedmaster Wristwatch. Flown stainless steel Omega Speedmaster professional wristwatch, worn by cosmonaut Anatoly Artsebarsky during his five months on the MIR space station and during all six of his EVAs into open space.

Watch has three different function dials on the face in addition to the normal dial plus a tachometer band around the dial. Watch also sports a black leather band. Watch is marked on the reverse “Flight qualified by NASA for All Manned Space Missions/ The First Watch Worn on the Moon.” Watch comes in its gray leather case, and is initialed on the inside by Artsebarsky, and notated “6 EVA.” In fine condition. Watch originates from Artsebarsky’s collection and was offered in the 2001 Superior Space Memorabilia Auction. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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Russian immersion survival suit carried to Mir

64. Aleksandr Poleshchuk. Rare

flown Russian Soyuz Forel Immersion suit taken by Poleshchuk on TM-16 to the Mir space station. The suit is intended to be used in the case of a water landing, designed to keep its wearer dry and provide positive buoyancy. The suit has topping-up valves for floatation means and the waterproof garment also has, a locator electric light, and loops to lift up a survivor from the water surface. Signed inside the zipper in black felt tip in English and Russian by Poleshchuk, adding “Soyz TM-16, Mir 13.” In fine condition. A very critical, and fortunately unnecessary, piece of flown equipment. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Flown Soyuz TMA-6 capsule forward-looking porthole 65. Soyuz TMA-6. Flown Soyuz TMA-6 capsule forward-looking porthole. Porthole and frame measure 14˝ in diameter, and was used by the flight engineer during the docking process. The forward-looking porthole was used along with optical periscope Vzor to measure altitude and spacecraft orientation. Porthole is made of multilayered high temperature glass with heat resistant composite and titanium alloy frame, which is engraved and stamped with registration, identification and serial numbers. The glass of the porthole also has the ability to change color depending on the sunlight. The frame, made of titanium, has an install device matching with the porthole of Vzor. The porthole is mounted to a heavy wrought iron stand measuring 28˝ in overall height. TMA-6 docked with the ISS on April 17, 2005, and eventually undocked from the space station on October 10, 2005. An extremely interesting, important, and recognizable flown relic. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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Cosmonaut Nikolai Budarin’s flown Sokol KV-2 glove

66. Nikolai Budarin. Russian cosmonaut, a veteran of three extended missions aboard Mir and the International Space Station, who

has also performed eight spacewalks. Cosmonaut Nikolai Budarin’s flown Sokol KV-2 glove. Left-handed glove is numbered and lettered in Russian and is complete with the locking coupling. The hand and finger portion of the glove consist of a custom molded rubber hand that is reinforced with leather in the palm. Constructed of nylon, rubber, and leather, the glove has Budarin’s initials printed in Cyrillic on its cuff. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Flown antenna cover from the first of the Soyuz-TMA spacecraft

Thruster holder flown to the International Space Station 68. Soyuz TMA-3.

67. Soyuz TMA-1. Flown recovery beacon antenna cover, flown aboard the Soyuz TMA-1 mission. Cover measures approximately 15˝ in diameter and is composed of ebonite and carbon fiberglass.

Cover is screwed to a vertical mount that stands 34˝ high, with a plaque on the base.

This cover was jettisoned after the successful landing of the spacecraft. This was the first flight of the new TMAclass Soyuz spacecraft, and the fifth mission to fly to the International Space Station. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Flown Soyuz TMA-3 YAW thrusters-engines holder. Piece measures approximately 9 x 7 and is made of a composite of ebonite, carbon fiber, and glass.

Piece is mounted to a vertical stand and base with a plaque that reads, “Soyuz TMA-3 YAW ThrustersEngine Holder.” This piece was part of the Soyuz spacecraft Thermal Control Protection System, which was essential to the protection of the craft and crew during reentry. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Mir training panel for the Sigma telescope 69. MIR. Mir Space Station “Merkurii” control panel used during

cosmonaut training. Panel measures 12.5 x 9 x 9 and was used for the Sigma telescope from 1990–1994. The Merkurii control panel was used in the manual system control loops of the Quantum and Spectrum modules, and was planned to be utilized in the manual control loop of the MIR-2 basic module. Panel is mounted to a display stand with a plaque affixed to base. In fine condition, with expected wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

70. Salyut Space Station Mockup. A revolving

orbital map, most likely used on the Salyut space station training mockup. Color map of the world, measures 38˝ long, is affixed to a cloth backing and spreads across two rotating drums, one which is still operational, and housed in a heavy metal frame, to an overall size of 40 x 16.75. Attached to the frame are two sliding plastic indicators used for delineating daylight and nighttime, as well as a detached clear plastic cover, labeled in the upper right, in Russian. Side of frame bears a serial number of 17K-7988-10, and is accompanied by a detached metal arm, which measures 36 inches long. In good condition, with toning and light fading to colors of map, paper loss and small vertical tears along entire bottom of map, some mechanics inoperable, and expected handling wear from use. Oversized. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

71. Valentina Tereshkova. Vibrant color

satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Tereshkova posing in her white spacesuit, signed in black felt tip in English and Russian, “First woman in space,” and “Vostok—6 16.06–19.06 1963.” In fine condition, with a bit of a grainy appearance.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

7 2 . Va l e n t i n a Tereshkova and Alexei Leonov. Color

limited edition 32 x 17.75 poster entitled ‘Seagull,’

by Leonov, numbered AP #19/95, signed in the bottom border in pencil by both, with someone adding a small color sketch of the Russian flag with three seagulls flying above the symbol. This particular image not only commemorates Tereshkova’s flight, but the 11 seagulls represent the number of American women that had been in space at the time the original was painted. ‘Seagull’ was Tereshkova’s chosen call sign during her mission. Rolled and in fine condition. Accompanied by a Documentation Certificate from Star Press Publications. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Complete training-used Sokol III ‘Strizh’ made as a launch and re-entry suit for the Russian ‘Buran’ space shuttle

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Sokol III Spacesuit.

Complete training-used Sokol III ‘Strizh’ made as a launch and reentry suit for the Russian ‘Buran’ space shuttle. Suit includes: black leather lace and zipper boots, black leather communications cap, gloves, beige suit, and clear plastic visor. The hoses for the suit are also included. This suit is numbered 12 and was used in training by testing pilot Petrovichev. The ‘Strizh’ (Falcon) spacesuit was developed and tested from 1981–1991, and it was designed to be worn by crew members on board the Buran reusable space shuttle. Two Burans were manufactured and prepared for launch, but after a single unpiloted orbital mission, and the collapse of the Soviet Union, the program was canceled. In fine condition, with expected wear. Very few of these suits were made, with most of them having been destroyed or discarded over time during different tests.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Important Soviet thruster engine 74. Soyuz Thruster Engine. Used Hy-

drogen Peroxide Thruster engine, 9 x 6 x 1.5, used on one of the Soyuz 7K-OK spacecrafts (1966–1971). Capsules of this design were planned for manned lunar missions. This thruster was one of the key components of the Orientation and Attitude Control Maneuvering engine. The thruster is complete with fuel assembly and shows the rainbow effects on the metal of numerous firings. Each part bears engraved identification numbers.

Engine is affixed to a vertical display stand measuring 14˝ high, with a descriptive plaque on the base. In fine condition, with expected wear from use. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

76. Soviet Space Wrench. Possibly-unique flown

75. EVA Orlan Glove. Right-hand glove from an Orlan EVA spacesuit, #10KC-0390022, is complete with an outer thermal-insulated nylon canvas, pebbled rubber palm and finger pads, rounded blue rubber fingertips, two Velcro flaps above the knuckles, and a table of pressure levels with coordinating minutes on the wrist. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Soviet space wrench, flown on Soyuz TM-14,measuring approximately 19˝ long. C-shaped wrench features a free moving spring six-pointed head, a large handle, and palm rest at the top. This wrench was used on an EVA

by Aleksandr Viktorenko to repair the solar batteries of MIR. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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x-15 & x-plane program 77. X-15 Pilots. Limited-edition flown commemorative cover hon-

oring the X-15 Rocket Pilots, #1115/1500, flown over Edwards AFB

by X-15 pilot Joe Engle, signed in pencil by Robert White, Bill Dana, Joe Engle, Pete Knight, and Scott Crossfield. In fine condition. Accompanied by an informational cardstock sheet entitled, ‘Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the X-15.’ Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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78. Pete Knight. Flown limited edition signed book: Robert Hutchings Goddard: Father of the Space Age. Limited edition of 1926 copies (This being No. 67). Worcester, MA: Achille J. St. Onge, 1966. Hardcover, 2 x 3, 85 pages. Signed vertically on the half-title page, “Flown on X-15-3 to 277,000´ Alt, Oct. 17, 1967, Pete Knight.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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79. X-15. X-15 Pilot Rescue manual, issued by NASA’s Flight

Research Center in Edwards, California, hardcover six-ring binder, 6 x 8, 80 pages. This manual outlines the duties and techniques of the pilot rescue personnel who were assigned the task of protecting the lives of the X-15 pilot and B-52 crew and minimizing damage to the aircraft. In very good condition, with some staining, rubbing, and warping to covers. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

80. X-15. Eye-catching X-15 contractor’s model. Composite model

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measures 15˝ long with all of the appropriate decals and comes with its original clear Lucite North American Aviation, Inc base. In fine condition, with some scattered light wear and surface marks. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Fuel tank nose cone from a Mach 6.7 flight 81. X-15 A-2. Flown nose cone from an external fuel tank

for an X-15 A-2 rocket plane. Aluminum construction tank measures approximately 23˝ high with a diameter of 19.5.˝ Cone is stenciled with several labels including one that reads, “Cone is explosively separated. Clear after loading cartridges.” The X-15 A-2 was modified in 1964 with new features, including jettisonable external tanks for liquid ammonia and liquid oxygen.

These tanks provided roughly 60 seconds of additional engine burn and were used on the aircraft’s Mach 6.7 flight on October 3, 1967. The high cost of these tanks dictated that they be reusable, and each one contained its own recovery parachute in the tank’s nose cone. External tanks were flown on four missions from 1965 to 1967. Seven of the eight tanks were recovered in reusable condition. In fine condition, with minor scratches and scuffs. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

An X-15 pilot’s protective glove 82. Bill Dana. Chief Engineer at NASA’s Dryden Flight Research Center from 1993 to 1998. Formerly an aerospace research pilot, Dana flew the F-100 variable stability research aircraft, the Advanced Fighter Technology Integration/F-16 aircraft, and was a project pilot on the hypersonic X-15 research aircraft, flying the rocketpowered vehicle 16 times. Exceptional left hand glove used by the NASA test pilot and astronaut. The glove measures about 11-inches long with a zippered cuff—where it would attach to the flight suit—silver-color wrist and fingertips, brownish top, and fabric palm. Signed in blue ink “Bill Dana” on the top side. Minor wear and slight deterioration in glove, particularly its interior. During his X-15 flights, Dana would don this glove as well as a complete, multi-layer pressure suit that enabled pilots to survive the hostile environment at the edge of space, with a lengthy checkout procedure verifing that all suit components were functioning and that there were no leaks. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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83. X Planes. Twenty unsigned photos, various finishes, almost all measuring 8 x 10 or 10 x 8, of various experimental aircraft. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

84. X-15 Pilots. Three photos: color satin-finish 10 x 8 of Robert White posing in his silver suit by an X-15 aircraft, signed in black felt tip, “Best Wishes, Robert M. White”; a color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo Bill Dana posing by an X-15 aircraft in his silver suit, signed in black felt tip; and a satin-finish 8 x 10 of Scott Crossfield perched atop a tire in his silver suit, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 85. Chuck Yeager. Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Yeager emerging from

the hatch of the Glamorous Glennis, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a couple trivial surface marks. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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86. X-15 Pilots. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Robert White dressed in his flight suit and standing next to his X-15, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Bernard Senfert, Best wishes, Robert M. White, Major USAF”; and a glossy 5 x 3.5 photo of Scott Crossfield at the nose of his X-15, signed in black felt tip. A few surface marks and three partial binder holes and reinforcement to left edge of White’s photo, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 87. Scott Crossfield. Color vintage glossy 10 x 8 double weight

photo of Crossfield standing in front of his X–15, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Arthur Shackman, Scott Crossfield.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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88. Neil Armstrong and X-15 Pilots.

Stunning satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of the X-15 aircraft, signed vertically in black felt tip by Neil Armstrong and pilots Milt Thompson, Bob White, Joe Engle, Bill Dana, Scott Crossfield, and Pete Knight.

In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

89. Neil Armstrong and X-15 Pilots. Vintage glossy 9 x

7 NASA photo taken on October 5, 1960 and numbered E-5931, of Armstrong and five others posing in front of one of their jets, signed vertically in fountain pen

by Neil Armstrong, Robert Rushworth, Forrest Petersen, Joe Walker, Robert White, and John McKay. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, and scattered light bends and rippling.

Accompanied by the address panel of the original mailing envelope. Operational from 1959 to 1968, the X-15 program was the direct forerunner of orbital spacecraft. As such, the data gathered on these flights was crucial to the development of America’s space program.

Numerous records—official and unofficial—were set during the course of the X-15 program, including an altitude record (354,200 feet) achieved by Walker, a NASA pilot, in 1963. Armstrong, of course, would become the best-remembered of the group for his role in history as the first man on the moon. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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90. Mercury 7. Vintage mattefinish 10 x 8 photo of the Mercury 7 astronauts with a model of a rocket, inscribed in blue ballpoint in the upper right in Shepard’s hand, “To Steve with warmest regards The Mercury Astronauts,” and signed in the lower border in various inks “Alan B. Shepard, Jr.,” “Walter M. Schirra, Jr.,” “John H. Glenn, Jr.,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” “M. Scott Carpenter,” “Donald K. Slayton,” and “Leroy S. Cooper, Jr.” Irregular adhesion to Carpenter’s signature, some light creases and surface marks to lower border, as well as a bit of scattered light soiling, and a bit of minor silvering to darker portions of image, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

91. Mercury 7. Famous color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the entire Mercury 7 crew posing by an aircraft, signed vertically in ink by “M. Scott Carpenter,” “Gordon Cooper,” “J. H. Glenn, Jr.,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” “Walter M. Schirra,” “Alan B. Shepard,” and “Donald K. Slayton.” In very good condition, with some light surface creasing, a crease to the bottom left and top right corners, a small area of paper loss and a tear to the left edge, a small tear to the bottom right edge, and light contrast to Carpenter’s signature. A quintessential pose, this could be the highlight of any astronaut autograph collection.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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92. Mercury 7. Limited edition color satin-finish 10 x 8 composite photo of Mercury astronauts Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, John Glenn, and Wally Schirra, number 25 of 300, signed in black felt tip by all four astronauts. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA..…(MB $100)

95. Wally Schirra. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of Schirra posing in

93. Wally Schirra. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Schirra, dressed in his

96. Alan Shepard. Superb glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of Shepard posing in his silver spacesuit and helmet, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Mercury space suit, exiting an elevator, signed in blue felt tip, “Wally Schirra, Mercury Atlas 8 Commander.” In very good condition, with a noticeable vertical crease to left side, binder dings to left edge, and some light curling to horizontal edges. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

94. Wally Schirra. Color vintage 8 x 10 NASA head-and-shoulders

photo, signed in blue ballpoint, “W. M. Schirra, Jr.” In fine condition, with tack hole to top border and a few scattered light creases. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

his spacesuit before a wall-sized world map and a model of the Mercury capsule, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with some light scratches to the finish towards the bottom of the image. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

97. Alan Shepard. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 NASA head-and-shoulders

photo of Shepard posing in front of a model rocket, signed and inscribed in black ink “To Steven—Alan B. Shepard, Jr.” Three dings to bottom edge, a bit of scattered light creasing and surface marks, and some light curling to vertical edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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98. Alan Shepard. Vin-

tage color 8 x 10 NASA head-and-shoulders photo, signed in black felt tip, “With warm regards—Alan B. Shepard, Jr.” In fine condition, with a single tack hole to top border, as well as a paperclip impression to top edge. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

The first American in space inscribes for his mother 99. Alan Shepard.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 NASA full-length photo of Shepard standing outside in his Mercury flight suit, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Mother—Alan B. Shepard, Jr.” Moderate contrast to signature and inscription, otherwise fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

100. Deke Slayton.

Color semi-glossy 8 x 10 cardstock head-andshoulders photo, signed in black felt tip, “Deke K. Slayton.” In fine condition, with two trivial dings to the left edge. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

101. Scott Carpenter. TLS,

one page, 8 x 10.5, National Aeronautics and Space Administration Manned Spacecraft Center, Houston, Texas letterhead, stamp dated July 2, 1963. Carpenter writes to Arnold Schwager of Esmereldes, Ecuador, in full: “My sincere thanks for your generosity in sending the INCA Indian relics.

Your thoughtful gesture is deeply appreciated, and you may be assured that they have been given a permanent place among the many other mementos I have been so fortunate to receive.” In fine condition, with light creasing and intersecting folds, none of which affect the pristine signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

102. Alan Shepard. Distinguished limited edition color glossy 9.25 x 7.25 photo of Shepard receiving a medal from President John F. Kennedy, #1384/2500, signed in black felt tip by Shepard, and matted to an overall size of 14 x 11. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Shepard’s USNA Pass Book, signed an incredible 38 times 103. Alan Shepard. Alan Shepard’s hard-

cover Battalion Pass Book, 6 x 9.25, signed a total of 38 times, “A. B. Shepard, Jr.,” while a midshipman at the Naval Academy. Book details Shepard’s credits and debits while at the Academy, ranging in date from June of 1941 to June of 1944. Cover is signed by Shepard, “Shepard, A. B., Jr.,” and signed the same way at the top of the first page. Remainder of the signatures are at the bottom of each individual page, which list Shepard’s pay, various credits for outfit allowances, and any debts incurred during the month such as the tailor, cobbler, barber, board (which started at $9.00 and increased all the way up to $31.45), store bills, laundry, and others. In very good condition, with expected wear, some foxing to signature at top of first page, and clipped top edges to remainder of pages, presumably previous signatures. Accompanied by two hardcover loose-leaf binders, one with blank graph paper, the other with lined paper, with one page bearing a pencil sketch and mathematical equation by Shepard.

A detailed financial account of Shepard’s time at the Naval Academy. Provenance: Alan Shepard House, Derry, New Hampshire. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

104. Mercury Badge. Very rare Mercury badge, 2.25˝ diameter, with “NASA-lod Mercury,” around the outer edge, with an image of the Roman god in flight with a rocket under his arm. Badge is also stamped “00044,” and has an alligator clip on the reverse. Scattered light wear and scuffing, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

106. Gus Grissom.

Color vintage 8 x 10 NASA head-and-shoulders photo of Grissom in a jacket and tie, with a Mercury 7 pin on his lapel, signed in blue ballpoint. A bit of light contrast to signature, tack hole to top edge, and a few scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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MAC Button. Original pinback “MAC” button, 2.5˝ in diameter. Pin features a space capsule in orbit, with “MAC” along the bottom edge, most likely standing for McDonnell Douglas. Scattered surface marks, light staining to edges, and expected age wear, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 107. Gus Grissom.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Grissom in his Gemini flight suit, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “Best of luck to Matthew, Gus Grissom.” In very good condition, with scattered creases, mild silvering visible at an angle, and a signature and inscription inherent to the original photo. Accompanied by two original newspaper pages with headlines about the Apollo 1 fire. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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108. Medical Manual. Book: Space Medicine in Project Mercury.

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Washington, D. C.: NASA, 1965. Softcover, 5.75 x 8.75, 198 pages.

In very good condition, with Wite-Out ® applied to a few areas of front cover, some light toning and foxing to covers, and expected handling wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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1964. Softcover, 10.5 x 13.5. Signed and inscribed in black felt tip on the half-title page, “All best wishes to Ron Hoffman, Gordon Cooper,” “To Ron Hoffman, with personal regards—Alan Shepard,” “To Ron— John Glenn,” “Scott Carpenter,” “D. K. Slayton,” “Wally Schirra,” and “Betty Grissom.” In very good condition, with light overall haloing to Shepard’s, Carpenter’s and Schirra’s signatures, moderate creasing to both covers, and tape reinforcement and surface loss to spine. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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tion Space Task Group booklet, July 21, 1961, 7.75 x 10.25, featuring pages of images and a recap of the day NASA “successfully launched the second of the seven Project Mercury Astronauts on a suborbital ballistic spaceflight,” signed vertically on the front in black ballpoint, “Virgil I. Grissom.” Light toning and a trivial area of soiling to the cover, with the signature a shade or two light, but completely legible, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the collector, stating, “I was invited by Bill and Agatha Head, high school classmates. Gus was their Best Man at their wedding. I was the Heads’ babysitter. There was a 3 day celebration in Gus’s hometown, Mitchell, Indiana…We visited at his parents’ home everyday because that’s where Gus, Betty and the boys were staying…Gus gave all of us an autographed booklet.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

111. Alan Shepard. Ten items: two hardcover books: The Art of

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Composition, featuring Shepard’s name on the first free-end page, printed in blue ballpoint, “A. B. Shepard,” along with various pencil notations throughout the first two free-end pages, also in his hand; and We Hold These Truths, featuring the same printed name in blue felt tip; two vinyl-covered Watch Officer’s Guides from the United States Naval Institute in Annapolis, Maryland, one issued in 1935 and the other in 1941; a hardcover Physical Training Manual from the naval institute; a paperback Cruise Manual from the naval academy for the Practice Cruise, 1943; a paperback Touch Method Instruction Book on Remington Typewriters; a vinyl copy of The Physics of Aviation: An Elementary Text on the Theory of Flight; and two paperback Annual Registers of the United States Naval Academy, one for the years 1941–1942, and the other for 1942–1943. In very good condition, with scattered light toning, creasing, and the expected wear. These books come directly from Alan Shepard’s estate in Derry, NH. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Wooden model of Shepard’s Mercury capsule, complete with parachutes 112. Mercury. Three piece wooden model of the single-seated

Mercury capsule that carried astronaut Alan Shepard on a suborbital flight in 1961 as the first American in space. Model has a total height of 23.5˝ with a maximum diameter at the base of approximately 14˝. Model separates into three pieces, and is made primarily of wood with metal discs between the three sections and a gold colored resin nose. Inside is hollowed out and blue nylon parachutes with white woven cords are included in their respective sections. In fine condition. The Mercury capsule was designed by John F. Yardley, who also oversaw the two-seat Gemini flights, and was an integral part of the early shuttle program. This model reportedly originates from Yardley’s St. Louis office. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Large assortment of clothing and personal gear issued to Shepard while at the Naval Academy 113. Alan Shepard. A large assort-

ment of clothing and personal gear issued to Shepard while at the Naval Academy. Most of the gear issued bears either Shepard’s name stenciled somewhere on the article, or his number, 318. Items include: two pair of shorts; six white spats; two white linen uniform tops; three white gloves; three pairs of white pants of varying degrees of thickness; two pajama tops and one pajama bottom; hand and bath towels, sheets, pillowcases; four collar tabs, a pair of shower shoes; and a shoe polish brush. In very good condition, with scattered soiling and staining. Provenance: Alan Shepard House, Derry, New Hampshire. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Collection of approximately 52 letters and a telegram sent to Shepard, almost all from female ‘love interests’

114. Alan Shepard. Collection of approximately 52 letters and a telegram sent to Shepard, all sent to Shepard while at the United States Naval Academy, almost all from female ‘love interests,’ with a majority of the letters coming from Louise Brewer, his future wife of 53 years, with the letters dating from 1943–44. Most of Brewer’s letters are written from Principia College in Elash, Illinois. All the letters are accompanied by their original mailing envelopes. A very interesting collection of letters to Shepard, who seemed to have more than one iron in the fire at times. Provenance: Alan Shepard House, Derry, New Hampshire. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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115. Mercury Redstone Capsule. Original, and most

likely one-of-a-kind museum or contractor’s 1/4 scale precision model vintage 1961 MercuryRedstone Space Capsule. Capsule measures approximately 38˝ long with a 23˝ diameter base (steel heat shield). Visible through the two windows in the front of the capsule is a Mercury astronaut in his full spacesuit, his hands on the controls, with a large instrument panel including a lighted gyroscope directly in front of him. When model is plugged in, the interior of the cabin is fully illuminated.

This very heavy steel & fiberglass capsule stands on a chrome stand with a fiberglass & steel reinforced ‘tear drop’ shaped base measuring approx. 50” long, with a small affixed plaque which reads, “Mercury-Redstone Capsule 1961.” In very good condition, with scattered chipping to paint, flag decal partially peeling, some scattered small areas of light pitting, and electrical plug missing the grounding pin. This is an extremely rare and desirable find. Models of this size and caliber are almost never available for private ownership, as they are usually only exhibited in Air & Space museums. Please note: due to the size and quantity of the item, additional shipping costs will be necessary and are the responsibility of the winning bidder. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

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116. Gordon Cooper.

Cooper’s B-26-B,-C Pilot’s Amplified Check List, 4.5 x 7.5, bound by two staples at the top and dated “(Revised 22 July 1953).” A nine card check list including preflight inspection, warm-up, flight, emergencies, and post flight activities for the B-26 aircraft. Signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “My B-26 check list used for flights. Gordon Cooper.”

In fine condition, with some scattered light toning and soiling, and expected handling wear. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

117. Mercury 7. Terrific postal cover, postmarked February 20,

1962, Patrick Air Force Base in Florida, the date of Glenn’s launch, signed in ink by Alan Shepard, Gus Grissom, John Glenn, Scott Carpenter, Wally Shirra, Leroy Cooper, and Deke Slayton. In fine condition, with a small return address label affixed to the bottom right corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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118. Mercury 7. Commemorative cover with a cachet

honoring the second man orbit shot of a missile fired from Cape Canaveral, signed vertically in blue and black ink, “Alan B. Shepard, Jr.,” “Donald K. Slayton,” “Leroy S. Cooper, Jr.,” “W. A. Schirra, Jr.,” “M. Scott Carpenter,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” and “J. H. Glenn, Jr.” Cover also bears a May 24, 1962, Patrick Air Force Base postmark. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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119. Alan Shepard.

Soft cover notebook entitled “Cruise Notes, Shepard, AB 1/c, 19th Div.,” 7 x 8.5, bearing a printed black felt tip signature to the bottom right corner of the front cover, “AB Shepard, 19th Div.” The first 14 pages contain handwritten notes by Shepard in pencil during August of 1943, containing calculations, radio and steam formulas, diagrams, various locations of stars and celestial bodies through varying times of the day, and several pages of information pertaining to equipment operations, requirements, functions, and factors, including, “Quality for gas measured by: (1) Volatility, (2) Heating value, (3) Lack of impurities, (4) Octane number...Conditions influencing detonation: (1) Chemical composition of fuel, (2) Compression, (3) Temperature, (4) Time of ignition, (5) Shape of the combustion chamber, (6) Location of plug.” Light creasing and toning, and light wear to the cover, otherwise fine condition. This notebook comes direct from Alan Shepard’s estate in Derry, NH. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Silver dollar bill signed by four the day after Glenn’s flight, including the ‘eighth astronaut’ 120. Mercury 7. Series 1957 silver certificate one dollar bill, signed on the portrait side in blue ink by Alan B. Shepard, Donald K. Slayton, John H. Glenn, John ‘Shorty’ Powers, and signed in green ink by M. Scott Carpenter. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered mild to moderate creasing, uniform toning, and some scattered areas of soiling. This bill was signed on February 21, 1962, on Grand Turk Island, Bahamas, the day after Glenn’s historic flight. The recipient was a foreign contract employee on assignment during the welcoming party for the astronauts. He borrowed this dollar bill from a friend because he had “nothing else for them to sign, so I borrowed this from an American friend,” according to an accompanying newspaper clipping. The dollar bill is also accompanied by four vintage candid photos taken aboard the recovery ship USS NOA or USS Randolph, one featuring an image of Lyndon B. Johnson. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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121. Liberty Bell 7. A limited edition presentation containing a 1.5˝ long segment of film from Liberty Bell 7’s pilot observation camera, recovered from the Atlantic Ocean on July 20, 1999, from a depth of 16,043 feet. Strip is housed in a triangular acrylic, #247/1000, with an image of the space craft, and Gus Grissom, and two explanatory plaques on the reverse, stating that the film contained the only in-flight images of Grissom during his flight and the harrowing moments after splashdown, and was issued in commemoration of the 40th anniversary of Grissom’s flight by the Kansas Cosmosphere. In fine condition. Accompanied by its original box and certificate of authenticity from the Kansas Cosmosphere. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 122. Aurora 7. A cube of flown heat shield from Scott Carpenter’s

Aurora 7 spacecraft. Cube measures approximately 1 x 1 x 1 and is affixed to a 4 x 4 wooden base with a plaque that reads, “Heat Shield from ‘Aurora Seven’ Mercury–Atlas—May 24, 1962, M. Scott Carpenter.”

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

123. Liberty Bell 7. Flown screw from Gus Grissom’s Liberty Bell 7, recovered from the Atlantic Ocean on July 20, 1999. Corroded bolt measures approximately .5˝ in length and is presented inside a Lucite display with an image of the spacecraft, as well as printed information about the recovery. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center, which restored the capsule after its recovery and its original box. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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124. Faith 7. A 1.5 x 1 piece of flown skin from Gordon Cooper’s Faith 7 capsule. Skin is encased in a slightly larger Lucite block which is attached to a 3.25 x 3.5 wooden mount, with a plaque which reads, “Actual skin from ‘Faith 7’ MA–9 May 16–16, 1963, Astronaut Gordon Cooper, NASA, manned Spacecraft Center, Houston, Texas.” In fine condition, with scattered light wear to mount. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $200) 125. Gordon Cooper. Two items: a pair of Cooper’s personally

owned Mercury cuff-links. Gold-plated cuff-links each bear a small Mercury capsule; and a Faith 7 commemorative cover, bearing a cachet honoring Cooper’s Mercury mission, bearing two Cape Canaveral postmarks, signed in black ink. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photocopied letter of authenticity from Cooper, listing several items he collected from his Mercury days, listing both the cuff-links and the cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

126. Mercury. Two items: North American Aviation, Inc., Space and

Information Systems Division Final Report on the Paraglider Development Program Phase 1, previously stamped “Confidential” on the cover and inside pages, and dated August 15, 1961. Report contains information and printed blueprints of an experimental paraglider. First page bears a notated classification change stamp; and a booklet entitled ‘What to Do and See in the Cape Canaveral Area,’ 5.5 x 8.5, 47 pages. The publication served as visitor’s handbook to Florida. In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases and handling wear, all “Confidential” stamps crossed out on the report, and creasing to covers, a large diagonal tear crossing Glenn’s image, soiling, and mild handling wear to the booklet. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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127. Mercury 9. Flown storage bag, carried on board Gordon Cooper’s Faith 7 mission in 1963. Empty bag measures 15 x 4, with a 3 x 1 tab at the top, and is stamped “No. 1,” on one side, as well as a small label affixed to one side which reads, “GC-90-32.” Bag also retains white granules inside.

There is a piece of original white Velcro wrapped around the rolled bag to hold it in place. Accompanied by a handwritten letter of provenance from Gordon Cooper, which reads, “This plastic storage bag (no 1) was flown on Mercury 9 (Faith 7) on 15–16 May, 1963. Gordon Cooper.” Mercury astronautcertified flight-flown items are highly desirable. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

A one-of-a-kind item from Shepard’s time at the Naval Academy 128. Alan Shepard. A unique and certainly one of a kind ArmyNavy football game rally banner.

Done on an 81 x 38 piece of heavy canvas, stenciled on the reverse “A. B. Shepard 318,” banner is divided into 13 panels, each bearing a color illustration by Shepard. Panels 1 and 7 bear similar images of a three-masted Navy ship moving down a football field toward the Army goal; panel 2 bears a close-up of a three-sail mast; panel 3 bears a ship’s wheel lashed to a compass direction of “V”; panel 4 shows the bow of a Navy ship just off an island with an officer standing on land; panel 5 shows a Navy cadet and several mathematical computations for a score; panel 6 shows a large Navy ship weighing anchor; panel 8 bears “Sink The Army,” in large letters; with panels 9–12 showing a projectile fired from a Navy cannon about to hit a soldier in a small boat. Panel 13 takes up a full third of the canvas and shows the hull of a ship at the top, several fish, including a hammerhead-type fish, labeled “Fulton” a mermaid waving two signal flags, with a word balloon reading “Blug Wug Burble means ‘BEAT ARMY” with a casket-shaped box on the ocean floor labeled “ARMY (Sunk!!).” In fine condition, with scattered toning and soiling. A one-of-a-kind item from Shepard’s time at the Naval Academy. Provenance: Alan Shepard House, Derry, New Hampshire. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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129. John Glenn. Large col-

lection of items spanning Glenn’s political and space career. Included is a TLS, signed “John Glenn,” one page, 8.5 x 11, August 28, 1969.

Glenn politely declines an invitation to a park dedication. Other signed material are a 1962 TLS signed by Glenn’s wife, “Mrs. John H. Glenn, Jr.,” as well as a brief ALS, signed “Mrs. John Glenn.” Also included are two color candid glossy photos of the Glenn home on moving day, one featuring Glenn standing in the doorway; a Glenn campaign bumper sticker, a booklet entitled ‘Astronaut John H. Glenn Orbits the Earth for America,’ and multiple newspaper clippings and articles from Glenn’s Mercury and space shuttle missions. In fine overall condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

130. Mercury Manual. Bound Project Mercury Familiarization Manual, 9 x 11, produced by McDonnell, for the “Manned Satellite Spacecraft, One Day Mission.”

Large multi-tabbed manual is divided into 14 sections, including Cabin, Environmantal Control Sysytem, Escape & Jettison Rocket System, and Instrumentation System. In fine condition, with a few pencil notations to first page and some creasing and soiling to vinyl covers. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace as part of the Jim McDivitt Garage Sale. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

131. Alan Shepard. Shepard’s hand-corrected U. S.

Navy Landing Force Manual, hardcover, composed of approximately 14 individual chapters bound together.

Cover is filled out by Shepard, printing his name “Mid’n A. B. Shepard, Jr.; 4th Class 3013; 3rd Class 3018-A; 1st Class 4422.” Inside front cover in also notated by Shepard, initialed twice “ABS,” writing “Corrected as of 3/18/43,” and “Chap. 19 corrected as of 10/6/43.”

Chapters include Individual Instruction With and Without Arms, CART Drill, Drill, Machine Gun, Caliber .30, Guard Duty, and The Defense and Attack of Cities. Shepard has made some handwritten notations to some of the pages, also crossing out sections of text as well. In fine condition. Provenance: Alan Shepard House, Derry, New Hampshire. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

132. Alan Shepard. Shepard’s Radio Laboratory Manual for Electrical Engineering, housed in a hardcover two-ring binder. Front cover is stenciled “Shep,” with the names of three women, including his future wife “Weezy,” added to the front cover

by Shepard. Inside front cover is signed again by Shepard, “A. B. Shepard, Jr., East Derry, N. H., U. S. Naval Academy 1/C.” Inside contains four pages completed in pencil in Shepard’s hand for an experiment entitled “Impedance Matching at Audio Frequencies.”

The first page, dated February 14, 1944, signed at the top, “Shepard,” bears two electrical diagrams; second page is a log sheet, filled out and signed by Shepard, “A. B. Shepard, Jr.”; third page is a graph, also signed by Shepard; and fourth page is Shepard’s handwritten lab report, on both sides, signed at the conclusion “A. B. Shepard, Jr., 1/C.” In fine overall condition. Provenance: Alan Shepard House, Derry, New Hampshire. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce ‘launch crew’ lapel pin 133.

Friendship 7.

Friendship 7 ‘Launch Crew’ lapel pin. This pin is the rarest of the pins issued only to those that worked on the ‘pad’ for the launch of John Glenn’s Mercury flight. The pin reads, “Launch Crew, Friendship 7, Feb. 20, 1962.”

In fine condition. These pins are almost never available, with this being an unusually attractive example. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

134. Alan Shepard. Shepard’s personally owned commemorative Zippo lighter in honor of his historic space flight. Lighter is engraved on the top, “Col. Alan B. Shepard, 5-5-61,” with an image on the lower portion honoring the recovery ships as well as Shepard being the first American in space. Lighter does not appear to function, but comes in its original box. Originally acquired by a friend of the Shepards who was in the employ of the Shepard family for more than 35 years.

In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

135. Mercury Redstone . Very nice 1/23 wooden model of a Mercury Redstone rocket. Rocket measures 42” total height and comes with a sturdy wooden display stand. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Shepard’s personally-owned and worn Navy hat

136. Alan Shepard. Shepard’s personally-owned and worn Navy hat. ‘Dixie cup’ style white canvas hat, size 7 1/8, bears a blue rim, a Lion Bros. Company manufacturer’s label, and is labelled inside by Shepard, “A. B. Shepard 318.” In fine condition, with light overall toning inside, as well as some light soiling. Hat comes directly from the Alan Shepard house in Derry, New Hampshire.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Alan Shepard’s personally-owned and worn Navy jacket 137. Alan Shepard.

Alan Shepard’s personally-owned and worn Navy jacket. Long sleeve beige cloth jacket is a size 40 and bears an “Anderson Service Garments” label. Jacket is stencilled on the back, “A. B. Shepard Jr, 318.”

Jacket features a zip up front, reinforced padded elbows, a pocket over left breast, and a padded right shoulder.

In fine condition, with expected wear from use and scattered light soiling. Jacket comes directly from the Alan Shepard house in Derry, New Hampshire. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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All the Mercury astronauts sign a NASA newsletter from the month of their selection

138. Mercury 7. Original 1959 NASA newsletter cover detailing progress on the Mercury program, 8 x 10.5, vertically signed in ink or ballpoint on the cover by all seven original Mercury astronauts, each next to his respective photo, and all signing with their less common ‘formal’ signatures: “M. Scott Carpenter,” “Leroy G. Cooper, Jr.,” “John H. Glenn, Jr.,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” “Walter M. Schirra,Jr.,” “Alan B. Shepard, Jr.,” and “Donald K. Slayton.” The cover also reveals an artist’s rendition of the cramped quarters that awaited the astronauts in their capsule. A bit of light contrast to small portions of a couple of signatures, a central horizontal fold, scattered creasing and toning, dampstaining to edges, a few small edge tears, and some light mounting remnants, otherwise very good condition. Dated April 1959, this newsletter was one of the first introductions of Project Mercury and its seven original astronauts to staff members at Langley Field, Virginia. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

139. Alan Shepard. Two items from Shepard’s classes at the United States Naval Academy.

A hardcover two-ring binder 14 x 9.5, signed on the inside front cover, “Mid’n A. B. Shepard, Jr., 4/C, Room 3013,” and containing ten pages of work in pencil by Shepard, each signed at the top in pencil, “A. B. Shepard, Jr.,” and each containing precise geometric sketches and related notations. Also included with the notebook are four pages of three-dimensional 13 x 9 sheets of graph paper, with three-dimensional sketches on both sides of each sheet, signed on each side in pencil, “A. B. Shepard, Jr.”; and Shepard’s issued Celestial Coordinator, with “A. B. Shepard,” printed on the reverse by Shepard. It was training and mastery of such instruments that made Shepard one of the original Mercury Seven. In fine overall condition. Provenance: Alan Shepard House, Derry, New Hampshire. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Original Cooper suit portrait

by NASA employee Ron Woods 140. Gordon Cooper. Artist who was formally a NASA suit technician supporting the early shuttle missions. During the Apollo program

Woods worked for ILC as a suit technician performing suit maintenance, interface testing with the Command Module, Lunar Module, and Lunar Rover vehicles, and insertion of astronauts in Command and Lunar modules for training. He suited crewmembers for Apollo 8, 11, 15, all Skylab missions, and Apollo Soyuz. He also assisted engineering in the development of the Shuttle suit components. Since 1982, he has worked in the Flight Crew Systems Facility at KSC with responsibilities in processing flight hardware for the Space Shuttle Crew module and payload bay. This includes pre-flight testing of hardware and post-flight testing. Equipment includes EVA and Launch/Entry suits, camera equipment, food, clothing, flight data files, contingency tools, and mission specific tools for Hubble upgrades. An amazingly beautiful original watercolor painting of Gordon Cooper’s Mercury spacesuit, showing a light reflection of Alan Shepard, on a 10 x 13 sheet of Arches, 140 lb. cold press paper. The wonderfully detailed image shows Cooper’s flight suit, complete with gloves, with the name tag and NASA ‘meatball’ logo visible, with the helmet hanging off the suit’s right arm. Signed in the lower right in pencil, “Ron Woods 2010.” In fine condition, with just some slight rippling to bottom edge. According to Woods, the painting is based on reference photographs of Cooper’s suit at the Kennedy Space Center Visitors Center. He can offer no definitive explanation for how the reflection of Shepard got into the photos, as the angles did not match up.

Woods also states that the painting was done using a magnifier to ensure each accurate detail to the suit. A scarce opportunity to own an original piece from an artist who enjoyed a unique inside perspective. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

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141. Alan Shepard.

Original vintage unsigned matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of the Pinkerton Academy Class of 1940. Photo is signed in the lower border in an unknown hand and labeled, “Class of 1940 Pinkerton Academy.”

Shepard can be seen in the last row all the way to the left. Originally acquired by a friend of the Shepards who was in the employ of the Shepard family for more than 35 years. Scattered creases to borders, a few tears, some mild soiling, and some scattered light silvering to image, otherwise very good condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

144. Scott Carpenter and Wally Schirra. Three crisp photos: color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Schirra in his silver spacesuit being helped into the capsule by Scott Carpenter, signed and inscribed in silver ink, “To Paul, Wally Schirra”; a color satin-finish 8 x 10 of Carpenter posing in his silver spacesuit, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Paul—Scott Carpenter, Aurora 7”; and a color glossy 10 x 8 photo of the Mercury monument, signed and inscribed in silver ink, “To Paul—Very best wishes, M. Scott Carpenter.” In fine condition, with a faint vertical surface mark to Schirra’s image. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

142. Gordon Cooper. Original Wel-

come Back to Earth pin and ribbon. Pin measures 1.75˝ in diameter, features an image of Cooper in his helmet, with “Welcome Astronaut Gordon Cooper, 22 orbits—May 15–16, 1963,” around the outside. Attached ribbon measures 5˝ long, with a similar printed sentiment welcoming Cooper back. In very good condition, with ribbon uniformly faded and scattered scuffing to edges of pin.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

145. Guenter Wendt. Two different satin-finish 10 x 8 photos, each

featuring the Pad Leader with the primate, ‘Ham,’ each signed in black felt tip, “‘Ham,’ America’s First Chimp in Space, Guenter F. Wendt, Pad Leader, 1960.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

146. Scott Carpenter. Color 8 x 10 NASA 143.

Mercury 7. Color 22 x

34 poster honoring the 30th anniversary of manned space flight, signed in black felt tip by their images by Wally Schirra, Alan Shepard, Scott Carpenter, John Glenn, and Deke Slayton and in blue ballpoint by Gordon Cooper. A few small tears, scattered creasing and surface marks, and Shepard’s signature light, but legible, otherwise very good condition. Rolled.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

head-and-shoulders photo of Carpenter in a jacket and tie, with a Mercury 7 pin on his lapel, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Douglas—Scott Carpenter.” In fine condition, with a tack hole to top border and a few scattered light surface marks. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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147. Mercury 7. Vintage ink and ballpoint signatures, “Leroy S. Cooper, Jr.,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” “Donald K. Slayton,” “M. Scott Carpenter,” “Alan B. Shepard, Jr.,” “Walter W. Schirra, Jr.,” and “John H. Glenn, Jr.,” on an off-white 6 x 6.5 sheet. Sheet is also inscribed in Alan Shepard’s hand, “To Johnny Lauson, with best wishes from The Astronauts,” and dated January 25, 1960. Sheet is affixed to a 19 x 13 presentation, which includes a portrait of the astronauts in their flight suits, as well as a photo of an artist’s rendition of the Aurora capsule in orbit. In fine condition, with a horizontal fold through Schirra’s signature, which is also a couple of shades lighter than his colleagues.

The combination of this scarce and very desirable grouping (with the signers’ less-common “formal” signatures) from such an early date, along with the splendid condition makes for an exceptional treasure. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Scott Cornish. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

148. Mercury 7. Nostalgic color limited edition 35 x 25 print, numbered #505/1500, featuring an artist’s rendition of the Mercury 7 launch, with portraits of each astronaut interspersed throughout the clouds, signed in pencil by Alan Shepard, John Glenn, Deke Slayton, Scott Carpenter, Wally Schirra, Gordon Cooper, and Gus Grissom ’s wife, Betty. Print was published to inaugurate and finance the Mercury Seven Foundation, a non-profit national scholarship fund founded by the Mercury astronauts. Rolled and in fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

150. John Glenn. Col149. John Glenn.

Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Glenn posing in his orange spacesuit, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some trivial soiling towards the top edge of the image. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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or vintage 8 x 10 NASA head-and-shoulders photo, signed in black ink, “Best regards—J. H. Glenn, Jr.” In fine condition, with a single tack hole to top border, paperclip impression to top edge, and a few scattered light creases. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

Vintage sketches of the Mercury astronauts, done by a NASA employee, signed by their subjects, including “poor subject” John Glenn

151. Mercury 7. Six original vintage pencil signatures

of the Mercury astronauts drawn by NASA employee Ruth Johnston, all taken from the astronaut’s original NASA portraits. Each sketch is on an individual off-white 7 x 9.25 sheet and is signed in ink by the respective astronaut pictured, with a couple adding inscriptions. Signers are: “W. M. Schirra, Jr.,” “To Mrs. Ruth Johnston—Alan B. Shepard, Jr.,” “Gordon Cooper,” “To Miss Johnson [sic], many thanks—Scott Carpenter,” “Regards to Ruth Johnston, Gus Grissom,” and “5/31/62 Best regards to Ruth Johnston—excellent sketch—poor subject—J. H. Glenn, Jr.” Each sketch is individually matted to overall sizes of 11 x 14. Also included is an unsigned incomplete sketch of Deke Slayton. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and rippling. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Johnston’s daughter, which reads, “My mother, Ruth Johnston worked for NASA starting 1961. While she was with NASA she pencil sketched 6 astronauts pictures from their original photos…She had a love for painting and pencil sketching…The 6 astronauts…were very impressed and happy with her sketches and signed them for her.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

152. Mercury 7. Color 13.25 x 10 semi-glossy photo featuring an image of rocket with “Directorate of Mercury (SSVM) Launch Vehicles,” affixed to a 19.5 x 15.5 mount, printed around the image, inscribed on the mount in black ink in an unknown hand, “For Marie Toma, Best wishes from the Mercury Astronauts,” and signed on the mount in blue and black ink “Gordon Cooper,” “D. K. Slayton,” “Alan Shepard,” “Scott Carpenter,” “J. H. Glenn, Jr.,” “Wally Schirra,” and “Gus Grissom.” In fine condition, with a couple slight ripples to mount and Shepard’s signature a shade light. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $500)

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153. John Glenn. TLS

sign ed “J. H. Glenn, Jr.,” one page, 8 x 10.5, NASA Manned Spacecraft Cent e r, H o u s t o n , Texas letterhead, October 1, 1963.

Glenn writes to Lillian Call of New York, in part: “I received the book Stars and Atoms

by Dr. Eddington.

The study of the universe is certainly fascinating, and I appreciate very much your thoughtfulness in sending this book to me. It is a welcome addition to my personal library.” Two horizontal mailing folds, light creasing, and a small spot of soiling above the text, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“Hope its reentry is as successful as ours have been” 154. Alan Shepard. TLS

signed “Alan,” one page, 8 x 10.5, NASA Manned Spacec r a f t C e n t e r, Houston, Texas letterhead, October 31, 1962.

Shepard writes to Claude McCammon, Jr. of the General Motors Styling Staff in Warren in full: “Much obliged for the photo of Bill Mitchell’s latest ‘Spook’. It’s a lovely car. Hope its reentry is as successful as ours have been. Am enjoying driving the ‘63 Stingray. It is a marked improvement over previous models. My congratulations to you and the staff.” Light creasing and a faint staple mark to the top left corner, and a trivial stray mark, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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155. Umbilical Cord. A cut section of umbilical cord from the

launch pad. Section measures 3˝ long and 2.25˝ wide, with a thick rubber coating to the outside and many tightly wound wires on the inside. Accompanied by several miscellaneous space articles and booklets, including The Challenge of Space Exploration, Biographies of the Mercury Astronauts, an outline of the astronaut program, a Space Task Group fact sheet, Space: The New Frontier booklet, and a printed Project Mercury congressional report booklet. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

156. Friendship 7. A

cut cross section of the last umbilical cable to be released from the Atlas rocket used to launch John Glenn into orbit. The section measures approximately .75˝ in diameter, and was separated a fraction of a second after lift-off on February 20, 1962. Section is encased in Lucite and accompanied by a photocopied letter of authenticity from Philip Culbertson, stating the cable comes from the final umbilical. Culbertson was the Chief Project Engineer for the Atlas launch vehicles used in the Mercury program.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

157. Deke Slayton.

Deke Slayton’s personal International Association of Turtles membership card, 3.25 x 2.25, issued on October 16, 1961. The notorious Turtles Club was a drinking club in which Wally Schirra held the title of a Grand Potentate. Slayton’s membership in the Turtles came up during Apollo 7, which was captured by the in-flight recorder. Reverse bears the printed instructions in giving the password for the club when asked, as well as the resulting penalty if unsuccessful: “you forfeit a beverage of his choice.” In very good condition, with card having been laminated, scattered wear, soiling, and toning, and surface loss to reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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166. Theodore C. Freeman. Air Force pilot (born 1930) selected as part of the

third group of astronauts. Freeman was killed on October 31, 1964, when a goose smashed through the cockpit canopy of his T-38 Talon jet trainer. Flying shards of Plexiglas entered the jet engine intake and caused the engine to flameout. Freeman ejected from the stricken aircraft, but was too close to the ground for his parachute to open properly. ALS signed “Ted Freeman, Captain, USAF,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, April 11, 1963. Letter to a flight enthusiast. In full: “I sincerely thank you for your note. You too have set some goals for yourself, I am sure, and I know that one with your eagerness, energy and dreams will someday attain each of them.

Several brochures are enclosed so that you may better learn of our many activities and airplanes here at Edwards Air Force Base. Good luck.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

167. Gemini 11. Signed book:

On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini. Washington, D.C.: NASA’s Scientific and Information Division, 1977.

Softcover, 6.75 x 9.75, 625 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black ballpoint, “Charles Conrad, Jr., Gemini V & VI,” and in black felt tip “Richard Gordon Gemini XI.” In fine condition, with some light creasing along joints. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

168. Gemini 12. Signed book:

Earth Photographs from Gemini VI Through XII. Washington, D. C.: NASA’s Scientific and Information Division, 1968. Hardcover, 9.25 x 11.5, 327 pages. Signed on the first freeend page in black ballpoint, “Charles Conrad, Jr., Cdr. Gemini XI,” and “Richard Gordon, Plt Gemini XI.” Some scattered light foxing to inside pages, slight musty odor, a weak front hinge, and light wear and surface marks to covers, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Gemini 10 flown New Zealand flag 169. John Young. Flown printed fabric New Zealand national flag, 6 x 4, flown aboard Gemini 10, signed in silver ink “Flown GT–10, John W. Young.” In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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NASA’s ‘New Nine’ lend their names to a Gemini cover 170. NASA Group 2 Astronauts. Commemorative cover

with a cachet honoring the Gemini two-man spacecraft, signed in blue and black ballpoint by all nine astronauts: Neil Armstrong, Edward H. White II, Elliot See, James Lovell, James McDivitt, Charles Conrad, Thomas Stafford, John Young, and Frank Borman. Pencil notation to lower right corner and cancellation marks and stamp affecting Borman’s signature, otherwise fine condition.

All but See would fly in the Gemini program. He was slated to be the commander of Gemini 9, but died in a plane crash before the mission.

The importance of the Gemini project cannot be overstated as it bridged the gap between the Mercury and Apollo programs, enabling two of these Gemini astronauts to walk on the moon. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Flown Gemini medallion carried by Ed White 171. Gemini 4. Flown Gemini 4 Flightline medal, carried aboard the Gemini 4 mission by astronaut Edward White II. Sterling silver medallion measures one-inch in diameter with the raised mission emblem on one side and “GT–4, 3–7 June, 1965” on the reverse.

Accompanied by a photocopied letter of authenticity from Edward H. White III, stating, in part: “This letter shall certify that the two Gemini 4 crew medallions…were carried on that flight by my father.” Letter also bears a handwritten note from noted space enthusiast and specialist Ken Havekotte stating, “The above letter copy from Ed White III is to verify the attached GT–4 Fliteline medallion. It was purchased from the Ed White family by me in March 1999.” In fine condition, with some normal wear and a bit of scattered light pitting. A scarce memento from an important ‘first’ of American space exploration. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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172. Gemini 4. Flown sterling silver Fliteline medallion, approximately one inch in diameter, flown aboard the Gemini IV mission. One side bears a raised insignia of the mission, with reverse engraved “GT-4, 3-7 June, 1965.” Medallion comes in its original Fliteline case. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Jim McDivitt, stating “I certify that this Fliteline medallion was flown onboard Gemini IV on her flight from June 3–7, 1965, and is from my personal collection.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

173. Gemini 2. A flown flotation ball for Gemini 2. Aluminum

sphere measures approximately 1.25˝ in diameter and is encased in an acrylic cube, which is in turn affixed to a 3.5 x 3.5 wooden base with a plaque that reads, “Gemini S/C 2, Flotation Ball, 19 Jan 1965.”

After the experience on Grissom’s Mercury flight (MR-4) in which the spacecraft Liberty Bell 7 sank after splashdown, NASA designed the Gemini spacecraft with aluminum flotation spheres to help maintain the spacecraft’s buoyancy. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

174. Gemini 6. Flown heat shield remnant removed from the

Gemini 6 capsule after its return to Earth. Fragment is encased in an acrylic triangular cylinder and is mounted to a 7 x 5 wooden mount, with a plaque reading “Section of heat shield of Gemini 6, Walter M. Schirra, Jr., Thomas Stafford, 15–16 December 1965.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

175. Gemini 8. Flown heat shield from the Gemini

VIII space capsule. Shield fragment measures 1 x 1.75 x 1.25, with the upper portion charred and melted from the intense heat of re-entry. Fragment is affixed to a 5.5 x 2.5 wooden mount with a plaque that reads, “Heat shield from Gemini VIII, Armstrong–Scott, March 16, 1966.” In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Colorful swatch from the revolutionary Gemini parachute design 176. John Young. Flown parachute cloth and suspension line used during the re-entry and splashdown of Gemini X, directly from the personal collection of John Young. White and orange nylon swatch measures 9.75 x 6.5, and is signed in black felt tip, “Gemini X Parachute Cloth & Attached Suspension Line. John Young.” Also included is a 33˝ length of the parachute’s suspension line. In fine condition, with storage folds and rough edges and expected feathering to signature due to nature of material. Accompanied by a color 11 x 8.5 photo of the Gemini splashing down. The project to develop the Gemini parachute landing system took 2 1⁄2 years to complete. One of its unique features was that it positioned the spacecraft to enter the water on the corner of the heat shield, eliminating the need for built-in shock absorption equipment. A large example, seldom offered for sale. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

177. Gemini B. A large heatshield sample of Gemini B. Cylindrical section measures three inches in diameter and is encased in a 4 x 4 x 2 clear block affixed to a 9 x 6 walnut base with a descriptive plaque reading “Sample of Heatshield of Gemini B, Project Gemini B–MOL 1966.” The Manned Orbital Laboratory (MOL) was to be used for reconnaissance purposes. Crews would be launched on 40-day missions and return to Earth using a Gemini B spacecraft.

Item originates from the first auction dedicated to space exploration, held in 1993—a photocopy of the item’s description in that catalog is taped on the underside of the base. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

178. Gemini. Thirteen items: Hardcover book entitled Earth Photographs from Gemini III, IV, and V, 9.5 x 11.75, presented by the Scientific and Technical Information Division in 1967, 266 pages.

Book is full of color images taken from three Gemini missions; and a collection of 12 NASA fact sheets on the Gemini project and various missions, all approximately 8 x 10, various lengths, dated from February 1965 up to September 1966. Sheets cover a summary of the program and missions 3–10. These publications were issued

by NASA prior to missions explaining their objectives and technical details. In fine condition, with some scattered light wear and soiling to the book cover, and light toning to the fact sheets. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Historic Gemini 5 flown log book 179. Gemini 5. Flown Gemini 5 log book, 5 x 8 book of over 100

pages between two heavy cardstock covers, with two strips of Velcro on the back, and bound by two binder rings. Printed in the lower area of the front cover is “PART NO/ CF55019,” “DASH 13,” “S/N/ 51,”, “S/C/ 5,” “BOOK,” and “REMARKS/ LOG”. This amazing flown treasure detailed the thoughts and observations of Charles Conrad and Gordon Cooper during the 8-day mission, August 21-August 29, 1965. Signed on the front cover in black felt tip “Charles Conrad, Jr.” and “Gordon Cooper.”

The pages contain the detailed remarks of the crew, including those on pages subtitled “Experiments Log Sheet,” “Inflight Copy Sheet,” and “Cabin Lighting Survey.” Page upon page, about half of the book, is filled with concise abbreviations and numerical values, each note explaining the time of an experiment, the sequence and mode numbers, and any remarks (most often in the form of degree notations).

Other detailed notations include “Left roll only with roll logic switch in pitch—no right yaw” and “Right yaw only with roll logic switch in yaw no left roll.” Other handwritten comments are quite remarkable. Under a section titled “01-00-00 Cooper/Conrad Vision Test” Conrad has written such notations as “18-34-38 Laredo Sighting. DID NOT SEE IT,” “18 25 05 Gordo Saw Targets—I didn’t, sorry about that!,” “03 13+32+46 Saw smoke, no targets, bad sun angle,” and “07160040 Saw smoke saw targets. On Gordo’s side he scored 4 & 1 in the first two boxes.

Window measurements made.”

Subsequent pages, detailed under elapsed time into the mission, include sighted landmarks including Tibet, China, Arabia, Philippine Island, African Continent, “Hurricane DID NOT SEE,” and “Typhoon

by Japan.” Conrad has further placed an asterisk next to the notation “APOLLO LAND MARKS.” Other noteworthy comments include “Blood pressure/cuff fitting leaded at suit, repaired by using screwdriver in post landing kit,” “CMD Pilot Asleep. Drifting” [though the crew would later report having had trouble sleeping in alternate sleep periods], and a detailed description of using the restroom in weightless conditions. Cooper has noted, “Urination Comd Pilot did not use UCD until in 2nd orbit. Pilot’s UCD had to remove because of M-1 straps. New urine system appears quite good—still is considerable amt of spillage in getting in and out of double zipper.” At the bottom of the same page Conrad wrote: “Defecation: one hell of a messy job! Pilot removed harness to make job easier. No problem.”

Cooper added, “Comd pilot lucked out—It was firm and relatively easy to manage although great care has to be taken to assure each step of the procedure is done correctly! Recommend putting on urine device at the same time!”

Conrad has also noted that “All cabin lights get hot if left on—we could smell baking paint on them” as well as “Recommend F/C purge switches be made 3 position vice spring load. Pilot only one who can purge now,” “1st Day pilot removed right auxillary light and the bug eye fuse & bulb broke off.”

A final page has a detailed description of a potential crisis in the flight: “After much difficulty aligning platform (night) due No.#7TCA being out (we attributed our problems to H2 & O2 venting which causes some pretty high rates (8° and still building) we decided something else was wrong & discovered No. 7 TCA out. I immediately turned the cams htr back on because earlier in the day we had been forced to use direct (same problem) & saw what we think was ran fuel balls drift by (golden spherical balls.) We also, in thinking back, feel TCA 7 was intermittent. We powered down & advised Flight. We went one more orbit & discovered TCA 8 out also. Altho it was firing (we could see flame) we got no thrust. We checked both thrusters later after the heaters had been on still no luck. We will go all night with the heaters. Then make a night check. I feel the OAMS Htrs should never have been turned off. ” This comment is likely the summation of a problem with the fuel cell oxygen heater early in the flight. After powering down portions of the spacecraft, including an entire fuel cell section, crews on the ground determined that there was enough pressure to keep the fuel cell operating...although NASA rules dictated that the mission should have been scrubbed at the sign of trouble.

The very last page bears the quotation, “We were drifting along by the CSQ when the radio suddenly said, here’s word for your. Your controls are dead, but you’re not thru. So here we are, for 3 days more with the end quite far.” The words were actually a song, sung to the melody of ‘Moonlight Bay,’ that Conrad and Cooper had created in flight to amuse mission control—and themselves. The ditty was penned after Coastal Sentry Quebec said the ship might have to drift for three days in space, but never performed as, the astronauts later reported, ‘we got busy again.’

In fine condition with scattered soiling and wear from use.This flight was crucial because the length of time it took to fly to the moon, land, and return would take eight days. This was possible due to new fuel cells that generated enough electricity to power longer missions, a pivotal innovation for future Apollo flights. Conrad often called the mission ‘eight days in a garbage can’—a blunt reference to the small size of the Gemini cabin. An extraordinarily detailed first-person depiction of a Gemini mission from the men who flew it. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Charles Conrad. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA..…(MB $1000)

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180. Gemini 4. Stylish key ring, approximately 4-inches in length, designed as an Agena rocket and a Gemini capsule that can be ‘docked’ and ‘undocked.’ The item originated from the collection of Jim McDivitt. Accompanied a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1960s knee pad clipboard used by Jim McDivitt 181. Jim McDivitt. During his years as a test pilot and before becoming an astronaut, Jim McDivitt used this ‘knee pad’ during his flights. The pad measures 6 x 9.5 x 3 with a built-in red-domed light (not tested), and a buckled strap for attachment around the upper leg, marked “U.S. Property/ Type MSU-163P Clipboard, Pilot’s” and manufactured by Elbe File and Binder Co. There is a Pilot Identification label on the left side with a handwritten notation “MCDIVITT.” Accompanied by an annotated “Pilot’s Flight Plan and Flight Log” page and a wooden pencil. Also accompanied by a certificate authenticity from Novaspace. A useful piece of test pilot equipment with the important connection to the Gemini 4 and Apollo 9 commander. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Armstrong, White, and the remaining ‘New Nine’ 182. Group 2 Astronauts.

Apollo 16 Launch Day cover, 6.5 x 3, with a cachet on the reverse honoring the April 16, 1972, launch, signed vertically on the front in blue and black ballpoint, “James A. McDivitt,” “Elliot See,” “Edward H. White II,” “Neil Armstrong,” “Charles Conrad, Jr.,” “James Lovell,” “Thomas P. Stafford,” “Frank Borman,” and “John Young.”

In fine condition. The Group 2 astronauts were chosen as the nation’s primary space pilots for commanding Gemini and Apollo spaceflights from 1965-75. When they were chosen in 1962 as the second group of NASA astronauts, only the first original 7 were working astronauts at the time. The Group 2 selections expanded the number from 7 to 16 within the first four years the space agency had hired astronauts as a vital part of our country’s space exploration program. An extremely desirable grouping, seldom offered on a single item. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Gemini 3 bill flown and signed

by Grissom and Young 183. Gemini 3. Flown one dollar

bill, Series 1963, #F13240270A, flown aboard the Gemini 3 space capsule ‘Molly Brown,’ signed on the portrait side in red felt tip, “Gus Grissom, GT-3,” and “John Young, 3-23-65.” The bill is affixed to its original 11 x 8.25 certificate

by Don Wagner, bearing the following text: “This is to certify that the currency with serial number F13240270A did as a matter of fact accompany ‘Gus’ Grissom & John Young on their three orbit flight, March 23, 1965, in the Gemini Space Craft ‘Molly Brown.’ Accomplishing the ‘Free World’s’ first two-manned space venture.” Certificate also bears printed signatures of Grissom and Young. In fine condition, with both signatures on currency a shade or two light, as well as expected creasing and wrinkling to bill. Seldom offered and very desirable.

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184.

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Official NASA Gemini Summary Conference Slides manual used at the Manned Spacecraft Center in Houston, Texas in February of 1967, 8 x 10.5, featuring photos, illustrations, and graphs relevant to the mission. In very good condition, with block of toning, creasing, and light rubbing to the front cover, and two binding staples along the left edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

185. Gemini 5. Gemini 5 crew patch measuring four inches in diameter and showing the infamous motto “8 Days or Bust” embroidered on the side of the wagon. The design was deemed unacceptable by NASA and had to be covered over on the crew’s patches with plain cloth. Gemini 5 was the first mission to have an embroidered patch.

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186. Gemini 8. Three spectacular color 10 x 8 photos of the Gemini 8 mission showing the in-orbit rendezvous and docking, all three matted together to an overall size of 35.5 x 9.5, inscribed on the mat in black felt tip, “To Had—With best wishes from Gemini VIII,” and signed “Neil Armstrong,” and “Dave Scott.” Framed to an overall size of 38 x 12.25. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Scott Cornish. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

187. Theodore C. Freeman.

Vintage glossy 4 x 5 photo, signed in blue ballpoint, “Ted Freeman, Captain, USAF (NASA).” In very good condition, with moderate contrast to signature, surface impressions along upper portion of image, a few affecting facial area, and some light showthrough from a stamp on reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

188. Gemini 11. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Gordon and

Conrad in their white spacesuits and sunglasses after the recovery, signed in black felt tip, “Richard Gordon, Gemini XI PLT” and in blue felt tip, “Gemini XI Recovery, Charles Conrad.” In fine condition, with a trivial crease to the top right corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

189. Elliot See and Charlie Bassett. Selected to be the twoman crew of Gemini 9, Bassett and See were killed on February 28, 1966, when their T-38 trainer jet crashed into McDonnell Aircraft Building 101. Postal cover, with printed information in the upper left regarding the astronauts unfortunate accident, signed in blue ballpoint, “Elliot See,” and in black ballpoint, “Charlie Bassett.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling, and light pencil lines under signatures. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Outstanding oversized image of White’s monumental space walk, additionally signed by McDivitt 190. Gemini 4. Stellar color vintage glossy 14 x 11 photo of White’s first space walk, affixed to a cardstock mount of the same size, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To the Cape Aero Med Office—You would have a tough time rolling your pills up here. We appreciation for your support—Edward H. White II, Gemini IV 3 June ‘65” and “Jim McDivitt, Gemini IV CRD.” A few trivial creases and surface marks, a few mild areas of discoloration, and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. A fantastic and vibrant example from the first American space walk and the first flight to approach the five-day mission of the Vostok 5. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

191. Gemini 12. Flawless color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of

Buzz Aldrin and Jim Lovell in their white spacesuits descending from a trailer, signed in blue felt tip by Aldrin and black felt tip by Lovell. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $250)

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193. Gemini 8. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the prime and backup crews of Gemini VIII, signed in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong, in black felt tip by Dave Scott and in ballpoint by Dick Gordon and Charles Conrad. In fine condition, with a few dings and edge creases to top left corner. Gemini VIII completed the world’s first orbital docking. What followed the successful docking by Armstrong were some of the most hair-raising few minutes in space-program history. The Gemini VIII capsule, still docked to the Agena, began rolling continuously.

Never having faced this in simulation, the crew undocked from the Agena. The problem was a stuck thruster on the spacecraft, which now tumbled even faster at the dizzying rate of one revolution per second. The only way to stop the motion was to use the capsule’s reentry control thrusters, which meant that Armstrong and Scott had to cut short their mission and make an emergency return to Earth 10 hours after launch. They were still nauseated after splashdown, as well as disappointed: Scott had missed out on the planned space-walk. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

194. Gemini 9. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Gemini 9 crew members Tom Stafford and Gene Cernan, and back-up pilot Buzz Aldrin working out, signed later in black felt tip by all three. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

195. Gemini 9. Color vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Gemini 9 crew members clowning around in the White Room before their postponed mission, with Buzz Aldrin standing by, signed later in black felt tip by Gene Cernan, Tom Stafford, and Buzz Aldrin. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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197. Richard Gordon. Color glossy 8

x 10 photo of Gordon preparing for his Gemini 9 flight, signed in blue felt tip, “Richard Gordon Gemini XI.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

198. James McDivitt. Color

196. Gemini 4. Textured matte-finish 9.25 x 13.25 photo on a

mount trimmed in size to approximately 10.5 x 15, depicting a rocket launch, evidently that of Gemini 4, signed in ink “Edward H. White II” and “James A. McDivitt.” Slight discoloration and fading to image, irregular edges to mount as noted, and small tear to mount at lower left corner of mount, no faults affecting the clear, dark signatures, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

10 x 8 NASA photo of McDivitt posing alongside his Gemini IV crewmate Ed White, signed in green ink, “Jim McDivitt.” In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“We worked and trained from the time of our selection in 1962 just for this moment, but our experience in GT–4 was well worth the long wait” 199. Gemini 4. TLS signed “James A. McDivitt” and “Edward H. White II,” one page,

8 x 10.25, NASA letterhead, June 30, 1965. Letter of thanks to an admirer. In full: “On behalf of all the good people who contributed to the success of GT-4, we accept your good wishes and thank you for your interest in manned space flight activities. We worked and trained from the time of our selection in 1962 just for this moment, but our experience in GT-4 was well worth the long wait. It has been an honor and a privilege to take part in this flight.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of both signatures, and a few light creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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200. Apollo Command Module Panel. Apollo Command Module Control Panel, stamped on the reverse, “Engineering Test,” along with serial numbers, and numbered on the front “23.” Panel measures 9.5 x 14, and is for audio controls. Labels include: “Mode Intercom/PTT,” “Vox Sens,” “Master Volume,” “Suit Power,” and “Power Audio/Tone.” Panel has no switches, but has an attached wire bundle on reverse. In fine condition, with expected wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

201. Apollo-era Toxic Fuel Handler’s “SCAPE” Suit. NASAApollo-era

SCAPE suit Toxic Fuel Handler’s coveralls. (SCAPE) stands for Self Contained Atmospheric Protective Ensemble and is an original from the Kennedy Space Center. This well-used set of butyl-rubber coveralls with helmet, no gloves or boots, was made to be worn by those who transferred the dangerously volatile and corrosive propellant fuel to and from rockets at the Kennedy Space Center.

The inside retains portions of its original springs and hoses. The helmet has the large numbers “613” on both sides. Helmet also retains its NASA/KSC label inside. In good condition, with areas of rubber beginning to deteriorate, scattered wear, scuffing, and soiling, and non-functioning zipper. This genuine NASA Apollo-era SCAPE suit is an interesting addition to any Space collection. The suit retains the original “NASA property” metal tag and identification numbers. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

202. NASA. A 9 x 7.25 Beta cloth, hemmed for use, featuring a large NASA ‘meatball/vector’ emblem. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling.

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203. Moonwalkers. A 7.75 x 5.25 swatch of Beta cloth with a 4.75-wide printed American flag in the center, signed in the borders in black felt tip, “Alan Bean Apollo 12,” “Edgar Mitchell Apollo 14,” in blue ink, “Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI,” and in blue ballpoint, “Charlie Duke Apollo 16.” In fine condition.

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Unique LTA-8 bib with a peculiar embroidered bulls-eye

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204. Apollo.

Used Apollo ascent stage set fitting. Manufactured by Grumman, this fitting consists of two 6 x 4 metal mounts with a nut and bolt assembly, each numbered LDW420-13051-5-1, and two six-inch diameter bases with a free rotating circular mount at the top, both numbered LDW420-13043-3-2. All four are housed in their original wooden case with a Grumman label affixed to the top cover reading, “Set Fitting Ascent Stage. Serial No. 13.” Case also bears a now separated Grumman inspection seal, dated September 14, 1972. In fine condition, with expected wear and paint chipping.

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Irwin.

A very interesting and possibly unique bib used

by Irwin during the LTA 8 testing. Heavy Beta cloth bib measures 15 x 27, with a Velcro closure around the neck, a 3.5 x 1 Beta cloth name tag, “J. Irwin,” sewn in the center, and an LTA 8 Irwin-Bull, Chamber B, insignia sticker affixed to the left breast. A small label is sewn on to the reverse with “H.F.0164,” written on it in an unknown hand.

The most unusal aspect of the bib is a four-ring bulls-eye which has been sewn into the center of the bib. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling and staining and patch beginning to peel off. Lunar Test Article 8 (LTA-8) was the thermal vacuum test article and was the first production, man-rated lunar module. Astronauts Jim Irwin and John Bull were assigned to conduct this test; however, prior to the test beginning, Bull developed sinus problems related to pressure changes that required him to be replaced by his backup, Gerry Gibbons. The LTA-8 tests were held in May and June 1968 and were very succesfull. Jim Irwin called the LTA-8 test ‘almost more rewarding’ than his trip to the Moon in 1971. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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206. Apollo 15 and 16. Two items: booklet

entitled “Apollo 15 DOD Support,” 4.5 x 7.75, 80 pages. The publication was issued by the Department of Defense, which supplied recovery ships and planes for NASA missions; and a booklet entitled “Apollo 15 DOD Support,” 4.5 x 7.75, 80 pages. The publication was issued by the Department of Defense, which supplied recovery ships and planes for NASA missions. In fine condition, with a crease to the bottom left corner of the Apollo 16 booklet, along with a name written in the top right corner. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

207. Astronauts. Signed

book: The Real Stuff: A History of NASA’s Astronaut Recruitment Program.

N Y: P r a e g e r, 1985. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.5, 227 pages. Signed in the presence of the consignor on the half-title page in black felt tip

by Buzz Aldrin, Tom Stafford, Gene Cernan, and Michael Collins. In fine condition, with some mild toning to first free end page and an old price label affixed to spine. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Crucial Apollo command module safety lock, used on every mission 208. Command Module Safety Lock. Mission-used Apollo

Command Safety Module lock originally from the personal collection of Guenter Wendt. This heavy metal screw type lock and key, measures approximately 2 x 2, marked “ASSY V36-761903-103-67NC,” and is signed on the side in black felt tip, “Guenter F. Wendt Padleader.” Accompanied by a handwritten letter of provenance from Wendt which reads, in full: “This lock covered the escape rocket arming switches and was the last item removed before closing the hatch for flight. The key was in the possession of the pad leader (me) to prevent premature activation of the escape system during tests. G. Wendt. This item was used on all Apollo flights after rocket igniter installation and hook-up.”

Also accompanied by a photo of Wendt taken at time of signing.

This lock and key was used to protect the arming switches of the Launch Escape Tower. This lock covered the lever lock-type PYRO ARM switches A and B on Panel 8, to the left of the commander’s seat and safeguarded against accidental premature arming of the pyro busses of the escape system during tests. The escape booster was the last resort for emergency escape for the three crewman before, during, or shortly after lift-off.

This unique item is quite possibly the only common instrument panel piece that was actually used on every Apollo flight. Wendt would have handed this key to Apollo Commanders Borman, McDivitt, Stafford, Armstrong, Conrad, Lovell, Shepard, Scott, Young, and Cernan. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Printer’s proof of America’s Journey into Space, signed by 45 astronauts and cosmonauts, including all 12 moonwalkers 209.

Moonwalkers.

Signed book: America’s Journey into Space: The Astronauts of the United States. This is a rare Printer’s Proof sent to author Anthony Cipriano before publication, an archetype representing the original pages which were hand numbered and hand corrected. NY: Wanderer Books, 1979. Softcover, 6.75 x 9.5, 193 pages.

Signed inside next to their full-page sketches, originally done by renowned space artist William Joffe Numeroff, by all 12 moonwalkers: “Neil Armstrong” and “Buzz Aldrin,” “Charles Conrad Jr.,” “Alan Bean, Apollo 12, Skylab II,” “With regards, Alan Shepard,” “Ed Mitchell,” “To Tony, His Love From the Moon, Jim Irwin / Apollo 15,” “Dave Scott, Gemini VIII / Apollo 9 / Apollo 15,” “Charlie Duke, Apollo 16,” “To Tony, With Thanks & Best Regards, John Young,” “Gene Cernan” and “Jack Schmitt.”

Also signed throughout by 33 Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle astronauts, some adding brief inscriptions to the author, Anthony Cipriano, and pertinent mission information. Signers are: Scott Carpenter, D. K. Slayton, Wally Schirra, James A. McDivitt, Frank Borman, James Lovell, Tom Stafford, Dick Gordon,Donn Eisele, Walt Cunningham, Bill Anders, Rusty Schweickart, Jack Swigert, Fred Haise, Mike Collins, Stu A. Roosa, Joe Engle, Al Worden , Ron Evans, Joseph P. Kerwin, Jack Lousma, Jerry Carr, Vance Brand, Karol J. Bobko, Jeff Hoffman, Gordon Fullerton, Joe Allen, Richard Truly, Bruce McCandless II, Dale Gardner, Donald L. Holmquest, and the Apollo/Soyuz Soviet cosmonauts A. Leonov and V. Kubasov. Book is also signed inside by Edward Teller, J. H. Doolittle, Max Faget (designed the original spacecraft for Project Mercury, credited with contributing to the designs of every US human spacecraft from Mercury to the Space Shuttle), W. H. Pickering, NASA Administrators James E. Webb, T. O. Paine, and George M. Low, Robert R. Gilruth, Al Nagy (named the then “Mercury Mark II” program “Gemini”), W. J. Kapryan, Mel Savage,and twelve others.

In fine condition, with some pages loose and a duplicate of pages 41-42 as might be expected in a printer’s proof, and light show-through from a few signatures. Book is housed in a custom navy leather clamshell case with five raised bands on the spine and titles stamped in gilt.

Imprinted on the front cover of the case is an illustration of a rocket launch using an actual 1x 1.75 (visible) piece of Kapton foil to represent the flames. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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210. Astronaut Checks. Four personal checks, all approximately

6 x 2.75, ranging in date from 1978 to 1987: check filled out and signed by Buzz Aldrin; check filled out and signed by Dick Gordon, “Richard F. Gordon, Jr.”; check filled out and signed by Jim Irwin, “James B. Irwin”; and a check partially filled out and signed by Deke Slayton, “Donald K. Slayton.” In fine condition, with mild show-through from stamps on reverse, none affecting the clean signature areas.

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211. Apollo. Discrete Output Con-

trol panel from the Kennedy Space Center. Panel measures 19 x 10.5, is labeled at the bottom, “Discrete Output Control,” with four rows of 23 numbered buttons, 46 small switches, and nine control buttons along the bottom. There is a NASA property sticker affixed to lower left corner. One button cover missing, a couple other small labels, and expected wear, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

212. Apollo Lunar Sample Core Tool. Apollo lunar sample

core tool. Threaded hollow tool measures 18˝ long, with serial number etched at one end, and a slotted plastic sleeve which articulates from end to end. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Vital Apollo engine deflection gauge 213. Mission Control Countdown Clock. NASA Countdown

clock measuring 19 x 18.5 x 7.25. This digital countdown clock is a stack of two separate digital readouts, the first of which is labeled “Countdown 1” with display panels for mission, minutes, and seconds; and the second readout, labeled “Countdown 2” with displays for hours, minutes, and seconds. A partial label on front reads: “Property of USAF PAN/AM/ASD 08(606)-68C-0040.” Handwritten on the side in black marker is: “8158-7323 3/6 4/6.” There are six pin-type connectors on the rear that would connect to communication cables. In fine overall condition, with expected wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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ing Engine Deflection Gauge. Gauge and panel measures 4.5 x 4.5 x 5.5 and bears a Simspon Electric manufacturing label. Gauges like this one would be used in the Firing Room for measuring the deflection of the rocket stages during launch, measuring pitch, yaw, and attitude. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Previously classified Apollo/Saturn-Early Shuttle Range Safety Equipment 215. Apollo and Early Shuttle Code Plugs. Extremely critical Apollo/Saturn and early Space Shuttle Range Safety equipment, used

by NASA on all the Apollo/Saturn flights as well as the first six space shuttle flights. This analog system was used in the case of a launch emergency necessitating the destruction of the spacecraft in the event of a major malfunction. Items included are: SRS Decoder Breakout Box Assembly,10 x 7 x 7, with the NASA George C. Marshall Space Flight Center label affixed to the front.

including one labeled “Destruct 2.” Box retains its original manufacturer’s label, as well as an additional modification label.

The Secure Range Safety Decoder, 7.25 x 3 x 4, manufactured by Avco Corporation. The Secure Range Safety Command Decoder receives a sequence of tones that are decoded according the wiring of a code plug to initiate vehicle destruction in the case of emergency. The coded sequence is Top Secret prior to launch. The input to the Command Decoder is received from the Secure Range Safety Command Receiver.

Equipment is also accompanied by several operational and informational manuals. One is the Avco instructional manual for the decoder, which states the purpose of the equipment to “provide the means for a Range Safety Officer or other ground based operator to command the vehicle control system to perform certain thrust termination or mission abort functions with a high degree of security (protection) against unfriendly intentional interrogation (or unintentional false alarms).” Other manuals include titles such as “Command Destruct System Space Transportation System”; “Apollo/Saturn V Range Safety Checkout System”; “Eastern and Western Range 127-1 Range Safety Requirements”; as well as manuals for the SRS Command Test Coder, Digital Range Safety Checkout Equipment, and Handbook for Motorola Range Safety Receiver. In fine overall condition. A very rare opportunity to acquire a formerly classified piece of important, and fortunately unused, NASA equipment. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

The Digital Command Receiver, 5.5 x 3.5 x 3.5, with its NASA George C. Marshall Space Flight Center label affixed to the top. The Secure Range Safety Command Receiver, was designed to receive a sequence of tones that are used to destruct the vehicle in the case of emergency.

The output of the Command Receiver is fed into the Secure Range Safety Command Decoder which looks for the proper sequence of tones.

The In Line DRSCS A/B Breakout Box. This Digital Range Safety Command System box measures 11 x 7 x 2.5, with multiple connections,

Six very important, and formerly classified, handmade plugs, three gold (flight) and three red, two marked for shuttle, (test). These plugs are handmade with real gold.

The Marshall Space Flight Center SRS Decoder Log Book.

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A7L emergency oxygen pack

216. Apollo A7L Spacesuit EVA Emergency Oxygen Pack. An Apollo A7L Spacesuit

EVA Emergency Oxygen Pack, complete with oxygen bottle. Pack has a contoured back for easier fit, and measures approximately 8.5 x 15, weighs approximately 14 pounds, and is stenciled “AEE Air Supply.” Top has a metered gauge along with the important operating instructions, which read, “1. Neck trap on. 2. Connectors in hard! A. Red to Red B. Blue to Blue.

3. Air supply one. 4. Suit diverter valve vertical.” Front has red and blue valves, as well as the red valve to turn on the oxygen. The heavy duty reinforced neck strap is also present.

In fine condition, with scattered dings and soiling.

This flight-ready pack would have been used during Skylab EVAs. During spacewalks on Skylab, designed to be of short duration, the Apollo backpack was replaced with a dual purpose umbilical chord, which supplied both oxygen and water for cooling. This pack would have been strapped to an astronauts thigh and was able to provide 30 minutes of pure oxygen in case of an umbilical failure. A very interesting and visually appealing item, one of the more crucial pieces for a spacewalk. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

217. Apollo. Six items: small fragments of Kapton foil and Beta cloth, affixed to an 8 x 4.75 laserprint of an astronaut on the moon.

The print is affixed to a slightly larger card; a technical paper from the Space Division of North American Rockwell Corporation entitled “Development of the Apollo Launch Escape System”; NASA brochure entitled “Lunar Flight Plan,” published in 1967 by the NASA Public Affairs Office; two different Manned Flight Awareness posters, both 8.25 x 11, one with images of the Apollo 11 crew, the other having images of the Apollo 13 crew, with printed signatures of each crew member; and a printed prayer entitled, ‘Prayer of the Apollo 14 Recovery,’ 8 x 10.5, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint, “Cecil R. Threadgill.” In overall fine condition, with some light toning and handling wear. A more detailed description is available online at rrauction.com RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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218. Apollo. Nine items: complete set of 12 matchbooks commemorating the Apollo missions plus one honoring presidents John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, and Richard Nixon; deck of Kennedy Space Center playing cards featuring the Apollo 11 logo; two 3.25 x 2.75 replicas of the plaque left on the lunar surface by the Apollo 11 crew; a 6.5-inch long souvenir letter opener picturing a space shuttle; an Apollo 16 splashdown dinner menu, for a celebration aboard the USS Ticonderoga; a printed prayer offered aboard the Ticonderoga on the occasion of the recovery of Apollo 16, signed at the bottom in black ink by Lex L. Davis, Commander, Chaplain Corps; limited-edition Apollo 14 souvenir mini-coin commemorating the 1971 flight. The coin was made from a special melt of silver into which was placed 10,000 grains of silver carried aboard Apollo 14 on its voyage around the moon; and a Zippo ® lighter, 1.25 x 2.25 x .25, featuring the General Electric and Apollo Systems Department logos. The artifact was presented as a souvenir by General Electric.

In overall fine condition, with the expected wear. A more detailed description is available online at rrauction.com. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

219. LM Guillotine Base. Section of an Apollo-era

LM guillotine base, 9 x 1, with an affixed caption reading “Guillotine Base used for the separation of the ‘Lunar Landing’ during the ascent and decent stages.” With the LM preparing to leave the lunar surface and rendezvous with the command module, several of these guillotines would fire simultaneously, severing the physical and electrical connections between the the Ascent and Descent Stage, with the Descent Stage acting as a launch pad and remaining on the lunar surface. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

220. Apollo Handbook of Lunar Soils. Unbound

Handbook of Lunar Soils, Part I: Apollo 11–15 handbook, 8.5 x 11, dated July 1983, 421 pages. Introduction states “The purpose of this handbook is to serve as a data base for the material properties of lunar soils. It is a resource for present and future sample investigators in selecting soil samples for detailed study, for investigators conducting syntheses studies, and for scientist and engineers designing manufacturing processes utilizing lunar soil.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

221. Apollo Spare Handle. Spare Apollo

C-shaped handle, 5.5 x 2, by North American Rockwell Corporation.

Handle features a release at the top, which releases a central lever, which locks when fully extended. Handle is contained in its sealed plastic bag, bearing a Rockwell label on one side, and a parts label on the other side which reads, “Part No. H–448–13, Spare (Apollo),” with an inspector’s stamp at bottom, and an Airesearch Mfg. label at top. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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222. Apollo-era LM Cabin Heat Exchanger.

Apollo-era LM cabin heat exchanger, non-flight/developmental model, made by Hamilton Standard. Complete system consists of a motor assembly, cabin fan, and refrigeration package. Reverse also bears a Hamilton Standard manufacturer’s plate on the front, with “Heat Exchanger Cooling Regen,” imprinted on the time name line. A front panel also has labels for the incoming and outgoing tubes for water and cold glycol. This unit is a developmental variant of the LM coolant regenerative heat exchanger which provided for transfer of heat rejected from onboard electronic equipment and suit circuit regenerative heat exchanger. The unit was designed to recover waste heat from the astronauts and the electronic equipment and then transfer that recovered heat to coolant entering the cabin heat exchanger for warming of the LM cabin atmosphere. This proved a more efficient and lighter power than installing a separate heater on the spacecraft. This exchanger would have been mounted forward of the ascent engine cowling.System is housed in a heavy metal frame to an overall size of 20 x 28 x 13. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Apollo space suit gauge cover

223. Intra-Vehicle Pressure Gauge Cap. Intra-Vehicle Pres-

sure Gauge Cap for an Apollo A7-L spacesuit. Neoprene rubber cover measures 2.25˝ in diameter, and is connected by a nylon cord to a Beta cloth bag. Top of bag is labeled “Pressure Gage A1 Launch Offload.” Cover has two snaps for closing, and back of bag has four snaps so that it could be attached to a spacesuit. Accompanied by two North American Rockwell Parts Control tags, with information filled out in a technician’s hand, and one Parts Status and Identification Tag. In fine condition. An important part as it was used to protect the pressure gauge while the suit was inside the space craft.

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224. Naval Aviation in Space.

Color limited edition lithograph titled ‘Naval Aviation in Space,’ 25 x 30, #923/1000, signed in pencil by nine astronauts, all former Naval aviators, representing all of NASA’s space programs. Signers are: Alan Shepard (first American in Space and Apollo 14 Commander/moonwalker), Neil Armstrong (Apollo 11 Commander and first moonwalker), Pete Conrad (Commander of Gemini, Apollo 12 moonwalker, and Skylab missions), Jack Lousma (Skylab astronaut), John Glenn (first American to orbit the earth), Gene Cernan (Commander of Apollo 17 and the Last man on the Moon), Jim Lovell (Commander of Apollo 8, the first flight to/around the moon), Wally Schirra (the only Mercury Astronaut to fly in the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo programs), and Rick Hauck (Commander of the first shuttle flight after the Challenger tragedy), and also signed by the artist, R. L. Rasmussen. Rolled and in very fine, never before displayed, condition. The signatures represent the first American in space, the first American to orbit the earth, and the first and last men to walk on the moon. The nine astronauts who signed were part of a symposium held at the Naval Aviation Museum in 1989 and the print was originally issued as a fund-raiser.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

225. NASA: In the Beginning. Beautiful, difficult to find, color limited edition 22.5 x 28.5 lithograph entitled ‘In the Beginning,’ originally done by Alan Bean, numbered #918/1000, signed in pencil by 20 Apollo astronauts, each signing under their respective mission emblem. Signers are: Wally Schirra, Walt Cunningham, Frank Borman, Jim McDivitt, Rusty Schweickart, Tom Stafford, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins, Charles Conrad, Richard Gordon, Alan Bean, Fred Haise, James Lovell, Harrison H. Schmitt, Charlie Duke, Dave Scott, Al Worden, Alan Shepard, Stu Roosa, and Edgar Mitchell. Litho is housed in its original presentation folder and comes with its original shipping box. In very fine, never before displayed, condition. A visually-stunning collection of Apollo astronauts. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Lunar Module Cleanliness Tent. Entrance

portion to a Lunar Module Cleanliness tent. Manufactured by Grumman, portion is made of reinforced fabric with hemmed edges, and a two-zipper semi-circular entrance and numbered LDW420-11043-3. Portion measures 27 x 72. The complete tent would be set up outside the Lunar Module hatchway to keep dirt from getting into the LM cabin. Rolled and in fine condition, with some mild toning to fabric. Accompanied by a disc containing eight images of Grumman schematics and forms relating to the tent, one with an image of an engineering order from 1966 detailing the particulars of the opening, zippers, and specifications. Entry portion was originally purchased at the Charles Bell estate auction in 2000. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

227. Apollo Lunar Module Strut. Flight-ready Lunar Module

strut. Metal strut measures 34˝ long, with half the strut wrapped in Kapton foil, and a metal parts tag reading “Ser. 54, MRR 83326, LDW 320M109062.” Strut comes in its original NASA shipping box, labeled “Critical Space Item, Handle With Care,” as well as a partial parts label, stamped “Flight Item,” as well as remnants of an address label to the Kennedy Space Center. In fine condition. Flight-ready Lunar Module pieces rarely appear for sale at public auction. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $300)

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228. Apollo Lunar Bit. Training used Apollo Center Cut Lunar Bit, 2.5˝ long, used for taking soil samples, with soil remnants to the threads and inside of the carbide bit. Bit comes in its original Chicago-Latrobe tube, labeled “Center Cut Lunar Bit, type 5095–N.” In fine condition, with expected wear from use.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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231. Apollo Food. Very neat unflown freeze-dried ‘moon food,’ from the command module and lunar module simulator. This particular example, labeled “Applesauce,” packet measures 3.75 x 7.5, with a label identifying the food and the simple instructions “7 oz. cold water 2-5 minutes.” Also included is a two page ‘blueprint,’ by Melpar, Inc., of Falls Church, Virginia, one page listing the food’s requirements and storage, the other the part number and weight, which is signed by five company officials.

Food created for the Apollo missions was preserved through freeze-drying and vacuum-sealing, resulting in a product that kept their nutritional and ‘taste’ qualities. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Apollo Astronauts.

Magazine entitled “The Astronauts & Their Families,” printed in 1965

by World Book Encyclopedia Science Service, 71 pages. Signed on the front cover in black felt tip

by Alan Bean, Walt Cunningham, and Richard Gordon, and in blue ballpoint by Buzz Aldrin. In fine condition, with several creases and light wear to front cover, some light creasing and foxing to inside pages, and light overall handling wear. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

230. Apollo. Original NASA/Grumman Apollo Lunar Module Transgraphic Brochure. This brochure measures 8 x 10 and features eight clear acetate pages with detailed color illustrations of the Lunar Module (LM) having 118 numbered components which are identified by a legend on the trailing end paper. In fine condition, with some light toning to edges of cover. Accompanied by a small swatch of Kapton foil. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

232. Apollo. Six items: Analysis of Apollo 10 Photography and

Visual Observations,1971, 226 pages, analyzing the Apollo 10 crews observations and photographs of the lunar surface; Apollo 12 Preliminary Science Report, 1970, 226 pages. Report is full of photos and evaluations of the mission; Apollo 14 Preliminary Science Report, 1971, 309 pages; Apollo 15 press kit, 157 pages, dated July 15, 1971.

Kit provides detailed information and diagrams covering the Apollo 15 mission from launch to recovery, moonwalks, and experiments; huge Apollo 16 Preliminary Science Report, 1972, 309 pages, stamped on the front cover “NASA SP-315”; and a large Apollo 17 Preliminary Science Report, 1973. In very good to fine condition, with scattered toning, creasing, and the expected wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Very rare and invaluable flight-ready, back-up LM surface probe, intended for Apollo 15

233. Apollo Lunar Module Surface Probe. A very rare and crucial piece of Apollo LM landing equipment. A Lunar Surface Sensor Probe measuring 72˝ x approximately 1.5˝ in diameter, serial number 0006. Probe consists of an aluminum tube with a switch at the end, and a spring-driven mechanism for rotating the probe to the extended position. The tube is covered with insulation made of gold-colored Kapton film, and black Inconel foil for the side facing the LM descent engine. A small access port near the end of the tube allowed access to the switch. An attached Grumman Removal tag indicates that the Lunar Surface Sensing Probe had been installed on a Lunar Module, “Vehicle No. 39.” This was LM-9, an early LM design originally intended for the Apollo 15 flight. LM-9 was replaced for Apollo 15 with LM-10, a more advanced design which could carry more equipment, including the Lunar Roving Vehicle. The reference designator block shows the reference designator “+Y,” indicating that this sensing probe had been installed on the right landing gear (when facing forward in the LM). Fine overall condition, with expected age wear, and some tears to foil and film.

Attached to three of the spacecraft’s landing gear footpads were electromechanical devices know as the ‘Lunar Surface Sensing Probes.’ Using a spring loaded interlock assembly, these six foot long, electromechanical devices were deployed when the LM legs were unfolded, extending them below the footpads. During the final seconds of the lunar landing, these probes were the first objects to contact the Moon’s surface. When any probe touches the surface, pressure on the unit’s electric head switch will complete the circuit that activates the Contact light indicator on the LM’s main control panel in front of the astronauts. “Contact Light” is announced by the astronauts, and the decent engine is throttled to a stop, allowing the LM to softly settle on the lunar surface. It is complete including much of its original gold Mylar and Kapton protective foil.

Research indicates that probes of 72˝ were used on the LMs from Apollo 9 through Apollo 15, and that shorter, 60” probes were used on the LMs of Apollo 16 and Apollo 17. The change was due to the near crash of the LM on Apollo 15, when the engine was stopped too quickly after contact was made with the lunar surface and the LM dropped too far. This specific probe is a flight-ready, backup unit for the earlier Apollo flights. Flown probes, like the LM itself, are left on the lunar surface. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

234. Moonwalkers. Original Apollo Moon Flights globe, made by Bonus Enterprises Inc., measuring 7˝ tall, signed on the globe in black felt tip, “Alan Bean Apollo 12,” “Edgar Mitchell Apollo 14,” and “Charlie Duke Apollo 16.” In fine condition. Globe comes in its original box. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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236.

Apollo Ratchet. Apollo-era ratchet tool. Neat ratchet measures 6.5˝ long with a 2.25˝ long head for various bits. Top has a three position setting for clockwise, counterclockwise and locking position, bottom portion of handle swivels 360°, and also has an elbow which bends and locks into a 90° position, as well as four-position settings in the handle, and a metal ring at the end. In fine condition, with scattered light wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

PLSS strap used during Apollo training for walking on the moon 235. Apollo PLSS Backpack Strap. A well-used Class III trainer Apollo Portable Life Support System (PLSS) strap from an Apollo A7-LB spacesuit used during training for walking on the lunar surface. Beta cloth covered strap measures 17˝ long with a latching clip at the end. Back of the strap shows areas of Kapton foil, has a snap located at the center, and is labeled at the top in an unknown hand, “Mock Up Use Only.” In very good condition, with expected wear and soiling from use.

The PLSS (backpack) was secured directly to the astronauts’ spacesuits with four straps. Each strap ended with a latching clip. The shoulder straps connected to a ring assembly on the upper chest of the suit, and were designed to carry the majority of the weight of the PLSS. The lower straps, preventing the PLSS from shifting sideways, were connected to rings just above each hip. The length of each strap could be adjusted to ensure optimum fit. Strap was used at the Kennedy Space Center for training during the Apollo program.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

237. Apollo 11 and Alan Shepard. Collection of ten items from

the early days of America’s excursion into space, as reported by the British press. Items are: copy of the Daily Express, May 6, 1961, detailing Alan Shepard’s flight; seven newspapers or newspaper clippings regarding preparation for the Apollo 11 mission as well as the landing; and two Sunday newspaper magazine sections with coverage of the Apollo 11 landing. In very good condition with mild to moderate toning. Rolled. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Scarce Block II command module rotation control 238. Apollo Rotation Control.

Rare and early Block II Apollo Command Module Rotation Control.

Controller housing measures 7.25 x 5.5 x 3, and is labeled on the face “Property NASA” with its attached umbilical measuring 103˝ long.

Honeywell identification plates to one side identify part as “Rotation Control, Mfr Part No. DCG166D1; Stock No.: ME901-0704-0101; Serial Number 10028DAK1001, manufactured 23 NOV 1966.” Handle retains the trigger switch which would activate the astronaut’s headset. In fine condition, with several labels and stamps to housing, as well as scattered surface marks. This controller was originally sold at a NASA GSA sale in 2001.

Also referred to as an attitude controller or rotation hand control, this was used for controlling the spacecraft attitude. Handle pivots at the palm for pitch up/down, through the center of the handle for yaw left/right, and inside the housing for roll left/right. Levers in front of the handle lock the handle or unlock it for operation. Actual flown handles from missions are prized possessions of the astronauts in their private collections, and very difficult to come by for private collectors. To obtain such a rare and early Block II Rotational Control handle is a unique opportunity and makes for a fine display piece in any Apollo-era collection. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

Comical ‘elderly astronaut’ photo, signed by almost two dozen astronauts, including the Apollo 1 and original Gemini 9 crew 239. Astronauts. Unique vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 14 photo of an older gentleman wearing a spacesuit-type helmet, rumored to be an LTV employee in the early 1960s, signed in ink and ballpoint by 23 astronauts. Signatures were obtained by an LTV Astronautics Division pilot who worked with their Manned Aerospace Flight Simulator program. Signers include: “Elliot See,” “Scott Carpenter*,” “Neil Armstrong,” “Edward H White II*,” “Alan B Shepard Jr,” “Gus Grissom,” adding a Mercury Seven symbol, “James Lovell,” “Wally Schirra,” adding a Sigma 7 symbol, “Thomas P Stafford*,” “James A McDivitt*,” “Charles Conrad Jr*,” “Bill Anders*,” “Buzz Aldrin,” “Charlie Bassett*,” “Gene Cernan,” “Walt Cunningham,” “Gordon Cooper,” “Alan L Bean,” “Frank Borman,” “Roger B Chaffee,” “C Williams,” “John Young,” and “D K Slayton.”

There are two additional very light impressions of signatures above and below Slayton’s signature, one being that of Chris Kraft. The ink on several of the signatures has faded through the years, likely from display. Most are quite acceptable, but seven are barely visible except under light—these are indicated above with an asterisk (*) next to the name. Aforementioned light signatures, scattered creases and edge wear, some mild rippling and silvering, some irregular ink adhesion to a few of the signatures, and a few small tears, mainly to the edges, with a small one above Young’s signature, otherwise very good condition. Possibly a one-of-a-kind assemblage of astronauts, including seven of the twelve moonwalkers, as the original crew of Gemini 9 and the crew of Apollo 1. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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Eleven Apollo astronauts sign a beautiful image of their ultimate destination 240. Apollo Astronauts. Visually stun-

ning color satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of the Earth over the horizon of the lunar surface, signed in gold ink, “John Young, Apollo 16 CDR,” “Alan Bean, Apollo 12,” and “Frank Borman, Apollo 8,” in silver ink, “Charlie Duke, Apollo 16 LMP,” and in black felt tip, “Dave Scott, Apollo 15 CRD,” “Tom Stafford, Apollo X Cdr,” “Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP,” “Walt Cunningham, Apollo 7,” “Gene Cernan, Apollo X—XVII,” “James Lovell, Apollo 8, 13,” and “Rusty Schweickart, Apollo 9 LMP.” In fine condition. An impressive assemblage, including five moonwalkers, with each astronaut also adding their respective mission. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

241. Moonwalkers.

Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 16 command module orbiting the moon in front of an Earth rise, signed in blue felt tip, “Dave Scott, CDR Apollo 15,” “Charles Conrad, Jr., Cdr. Apollo XII,” “Alan Bean, LMP Apollo XII,” and “Charlie Duke, Apollo 16 LMP,” in black felt tip, “Buzz Aldrin,” “Harrison Schmitt, Apollo 17,” and “Edgar Mitchell,” and in black ballpoint “Gene Cernan.”

In fine condition, with a few scattered minor dings and surface impressions. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

242. NASA Flight Controllers. Glossy

10 x 8 photo, signed in black felt tip by Gene Kranz, Chris Kraft, Glynn Lunney, and Gerry Griffin.

A light diagonal bend to upper left, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Cunningham-designed long duration space razor prototype 243. Walt Cunningham. Apollo

program prototype wind-up razor designed by Cunningham. A nonelectric, transparent acrylic plastic razor with a large wind-up key on the back and a rotary cutter in the circular foil head. There is a small white knurled switch on the side and the razor is still fully functional. Reverse is marked “Brevet S.D.G.D. Made in Monaco.” The same model was used on some of the later Apollo missions to solve the problem of shaving in space. Housed in a small TWA flight bag along with the original brush. One side of the case is signed in black felt tip, “Walt Cunningham, Apollo 7.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity signed by Cunningham, stating, “We did not have the luxury of a shave in the early years of the Apollo Program, which meant the crews were returning from mission with a two weeks growth of beard. Following Apollo 7, I took over the Skylab Branch of the Astronaut Office and began addressing the problems of living for as long as three months in space. I evaluated several different designs for a razor to be used on longer duration flights. A windup razor was one solution. It required no electrical power, worked in a weightless environment, and retained the whisker cuttings. I was able to get a flight model included on later Apollo missions, where it was used by both Ed Mitchell and Alan Shepard on the Apollo 14 mission. This razor is the prototype I originally evaluated and was allowed by NASA to retain. It has been in my personal collection since 1971.” Also accompanied by a photo of Cunningham with the razor. In fine condition, with scattered soiling to case. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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244. Apollo Hose Connectors. Gold three-piece spacesuit hose connectors, consisting of two ‘L-shaped’ inflow/outflow tubes, which connect to the locking center hub. One portion is stamped “Not for Chamber or Flight Use.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 245. Apollo Spacesuit Connector. Blue metal space suit con-

nector for an Apollo A7-LB suit. ‘L-shaped’ connector was apparently used during training. In fine condition, with scattered expected wear.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

246. Apollo. Thruster or motor nozzle, from either Apollo or Mercury.

Nozzle measures 14.25˝ long, with the nozzle having a diameter of 5˝.

Nozzle appears unused, with stamped assembly number on the rim of the base. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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247. Apollo Lunar Module. Apollo strut assembly, possibly for the lunar module descent stage. Strut measures 53˝ long, with five metal collars (three full and two half), all numbered “V34-590239-11, July 30, 1969.” Metal strut is numbered “V34-590204.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 248. Apollo Timer. An Apollo simulator control panel timer, 2.5 x 2.5

x 3, with an analog clock face with an hour, minute, and second hand, with back portion bearing a manufacturer’s panel “Gibbs Manufacturing & Research Corp…Timer Model 455 E.” Gibbs was a sub-contractor that provided all the mechanical timers and clocks for the program.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Amazing one-of-a-kind Apollo LM training water loop 249. Apollo LM Water Loop.

Absolutely one-of-a-kind Apollo LM water loop. Part is designated Class III for training, with “Class III� etched into suit connector. This loop, designed to go from space suit to console in the Lunar Module, was used during training of the Apollo astronauts. Measuring almost 8.5 feet long, the loop consists of a blue connector at one end which leads to two parallel plastic tubes inside. Tubes are surrounded by hand-stitched Beta cloth. Two metal lanyards are attached to the hose by stitched brown webbing. The entire hose is accompanied by its snap-up Beta cloth bag with lanyard used for spacecraft storage. This part originates from either the LM trainer or the 1G Mach Simulator at the Manned Spacecraft Center in Houston.

It is certain that some, if not all of the Apollo moonwalkers trained with this particular piece. The loops actually used on the LM did not return from the moon, as they were left on the ascent stage of the LM after rendezvousing with the command module and then jettisoned. RRAuction COA.‌(MB $500)

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Exceedingly rare ‘red-numbered’ NASA Apollo 1 crew portrait 250. Apollo 1. During a training

exercise in the Apollo 1 command module on January 27, 1967, a flash fire, later determined to be caused by exposed wiring in the highly pressurized, oxygen-saturated environment, engulfed the capsule. Within minutes, all three crew members, unable to escape from the tightly sealed capsule, had perished in the most deadly American space-related accident until the explosion of the space shuttle Challenger nearly two decades later. Extremely rare color semi-glossy 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of the Apollo 1 crew posing in their blue flightsuits with a module of their capsule on a table before them, signed in black felt tip, “Ed White,” “Gus Grissom,” and “Roger Chaffee.” Some scattered light surface marks and dings, a few trivial spots, and a bit of adhesive remnant and surface loss to top edge, otherwise fine condition.

Easily considered the rarest of all Apollo crew signed portraits, as only a scant number are known to exist. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Apollo 1 medal meant to be flown in space with provenance from the Ed White family 251. Apollo 1. Apollo 1 Flightline gold-colored medal, 1.25˝ diameter, commemorating the Apollo 1 mission. The front features a raised design of the mission insignia and the reverse is engraved with the last names of astronauts Gus Grissom, Ed White, and Roger Chaffee as well as “Apollo 1.” Bright, unflown condition. Accompanied by a photocopied letter of authenticity from Edward H. White III, stating, in part: “This letter shall certify that the two Apollo 1 medallions are from my personal collection.” Letter also bears a handwritten note from noted space enthusiast and specialist Ken Havekotte stating, “The above letter copy from Ed White III is to verify the attached Apollo 1 Fliteline medallion was purchased from the Ed White family by me in March 1999.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Schirra’s Apollo 1 Flightline medal, presented to him by Gus Grissom 252. Apollo 1. Apollo 1 Flightline silver medallion, 1.25˝ diameter, commemorating the Apollo 1 mission. The front features a raised design of the mission insignia and the reverse is engraved with the last names of astronauts Gus Grissom, Ed White, and Roger Chaffee as well as “Apollo 1.” Unflown. Normal condition. This medallion was given to Wally Schirra by his friend Gus Grissom prior to the Apollo 1 accident. Originally offered by Odyssey in 1994, the medallion is accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Schirra which reads, in part: “I Wally Schirra hereby state that (Apollo 1 Medallion)…is authentic.” A scarce momento of America’s first space tragedy. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

Grissom’s Apollo 1 Flightline medal, intended for flight

253. Apollo 1. Gus Grissom’s Apollo 1 Flightline gold-colored medal, 1.25˝ diameter, commemorating the Apollo 1 mission. The front features a raised design of the mission insignia and the reverse is engraved with the last names of astronauts Gus Grissom, Ed White, and Roger Chaffee as well as “Apollo 1.” In bright, unflown condition, and accompanied by its original case. Originally offered by Odyssey in 1994, the medallion is accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Betty Grissom that reads in part: “I Betty Grissom, hereby state that (Virgil Grissom’s Gold Apollo 1 Medallion)…is authentic.” A personal memento directly from one of the first space casualties. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

Crew signed portrait alongside simulation personnel 254. Apollo 1. Unique vintage glossy 10 x 8

group photo featuring Gus Grissom, Ed White, and Roger Chaffee with Simulation—G&C personnel from the Apollo 1 program in Downey, California in 1966, signed in black felt tip by all three. In very good condition, with scattered mild to moderate creasing. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Flight Simulation Manager, J. M. Robertson, stating that the featured photo has “been signed by the Astronauts in personal appreciation to those Simulation—G&C personnel who have helped support the first manned flight in the Apollo Program during the recent Training operation.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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255. Apollo 1. Two items: Softcover book entitled On Course to the

Stars: The Roger B. Chaffee Story, 1968, 5.25 x 8, 152 pages. Signed on the half-title page, “Oct. 15, 1992, Best wishes from Roger’s Parents, Blanche M. Chaffee,” and “Don L. Chaffee”; and a commemorative display featuring a United States 29-cent postage stamp, 1 x 1.5, issued on August 31, 1992, honoring Theodore von Karman. Stamp is removably incorporated into an Apollo 01 commemorative display, featuring five coins of different denominations issued in 1967, to an overall size of 6.75 x 9.5. In overall fine condition, with a noticeable diagonal crease across the commemorative display. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

256. Roger Chaffee. Early em-

broidered name tag for the Apollo 1 mission. Tag measures 5 x 2.25, with a white border, rounded edges, and embroidered “R. B. Chaffee.”

In fine condition. An early version which was later changed before the mission. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $200)

257. Gus Grissom. Early

embroidered name tag for the Apollo 1 mission. Tag measures 5 x 2.25, with a white border, rounded edges, and embroidered “V. I. Grissom.” In fine condition.

An early version which was later changed before the mission. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $200)

258. Edward H. White II.

Early embroidered name tag for the Apollo 1 mission. Tag measures 5 x 2.25, with a white border, rounded edges, and embroidered “E. H. White II.” In fine condition. An early version which was later changed before the mission. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $200)

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The Apollo 1 crew signs for Chaffee’s dad in 1966, “The last time I saw the boys alive”

259. Apollo 1. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Edward H. White II,” “Gus Grissom,” and “Roger B. Chaffee,”

on the reverse of one of Don Chaffee‘s Rapids Realty Company business cards, dated in the upper left by Don Chaffee, “8/25/66,” the day the signatures were obtained.

Accompanied by a 1986 letter of provenance from Don Chaffee, reading, in part: “Enclosed is my signed business card…I signed it on the front and our Apollo one boys signed it on the back, the date was Aug. 25, 1966…This was the last time I saw the boys alive. I remember the afternoon we four were sitting around a table drinking beer and telling jokes when I said—’How about you guys signing these three cards for me as you might be the first on the moon?’ So we just slid them back around the table. I put the date up in the corner later that same evening in our room.”

Mild toning to edges and a paperclip impression and light creasing to right edge, otherwise fine condition.

Chief astronaut Deke Slayton had wanted one of the Mercury astronauts to be the first man on the moon, and Slayton, along with other NASA officials, had intentions for Grissom to be the selection. Unfortunately, Grissom, along with his Apollo 1 crew members, perished in a flash fire during a plug-out test on January 27, 1967. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

260. Roger Chaffee.

Color vintage semiglossy 8 x 10 ‘rednumbered’ NASA head-and-shoulders portrait, signed in black ink, “With best wishes, Roger B. Chaffee.”

Scattered creasing and light surface marks and impressions, a few of which affect the facial area, some trivial soiling to the bottom left corner, and adhesive remnants on the reverse, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by a certificate of opinion from Scott Cornish. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

261. Edward H. White II. Vintage

color 8 x 10 NASA head-and-shoulders portrait of the first American space walker, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Dan, Best Regards, Edward H. White II.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of opinion from Scott Cornish. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Conrad’s personal flown Robbins medal from Apollo 7 262. Apollo 7. Flown sterling silver Apollo 7 Robbins

Medal, approximately 1.25 x 1, with a raised design on the face of the mission insignia—a capsule orbiting Earth, the mission number, and the last names of crew members Wally Schirra, Donn Eisele, and Walt Cunningham. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved “Oct. 11, 1968” and numbered “210.” Normal condition, with some light tarnishing to reverse. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Pete Conrad, which reads, “This medallion, Serial No. 210, was carried aboard Apollo 7 by astronauts Wally Schirra, Walt Cunningham, and Donn Eisele in October of 1968. It has been in my personal collection since.” This was the very first Robbins Medal, designed for the Apollo 7 mission for Cunningham who wanted a special memento to take on the mission. The flown treasure proved so popular that every mission into space since has carried on the tradition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

263. Apollo 7. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of the Apollo 7 crew posing in three-point stances in their space suits, signed in blue felt tip, “Wally Schirra, Half-back, Apollo 7,” and “The front line of Apollo—Walt Cunningham Apollo 7.”

In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Flown flag presented

by Cunningham

264. Apollo 7. Flown printed fabric American flag, 6 x 4, flown aboard Apollo 7, the first manned Apollo mission. Flag is affixed by its corners to a 10 x 12 presentation mount, along with a color image of the mission’s launch, stating “This flag was carried aboard the first manned Apollo spacecraft Apollo VII. October 11–22, 1968. Schirra-Eisele-Cunningham.”

Mount is signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Gene, Best wishes from Apollo VII, Walt Cunningham.” In fine condition, with small squares of toning to each corner of flag from adhesive on reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Signed and certified Apollo 7 earth orbit training map 265. Walt Cunningham and Wally Schirra. Double-sided Apollo 7 earth orbit map,

used during training and mission planning by the Apollo 7 astronauts. Color map measures 19.5 x 9 and shows various tracking stations with the transparent overlay showing orbit trajectories. Signed on the map in black felt tip, “Walt Cunningham, LMP Apollo 7,” and on the overlay, “Wally Schirra, Apollo 7 Cdr.” Also accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Susan Black, Donn Eisele’s wife stating, “I do attest that this original NASA orbit map that was used in mission planning by the astronauts for Apollo 7.” Also accompanied by photos of Cunningham and Schirra taken at the time of signing. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

268. Apollo 7. Attractive color glossy 8 x 10 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of the command/ service module in orbit, signed in black felt tip, “Wally Schirra,” “Donn Eisele,” and “Walt Cunningham, Apollo 7.”

In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

266. Apollo 7. Crisp FDC postmarked August 2, 1971, signed in black ink by Wally Schirra and Walt Cunningham, and signed in blue ballpoint by Donn Eisele. In fine condition, with a return address label affixed to the lower right corner and a faint paperclip impression to the top edge. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

267. Apollo 7. Color

satin-finish 14 x 11 photo of the Apollo 7 crew, clad in their spacesuits, all down in three-point stances, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “Many thanks, Hal, for all the help on Apollo 7— Donn Eisele,” and “Walt Cunningham,” and signed in green felt tip by Wally Schirra. Photo is affixed to a larger board and matted to an overall size of 18.5 x 15.5.

Some scattered light surface marks and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

269. Donn Eisele.

Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Eisele in a jacket and tie, signed in black felt tip. A few light bends and creases, mild toning to corner tips, staple hole to top edge, small area of surface loss above signature, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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apollo 8 270. Apollo 8. Flown printed fabric American flag, 6 x 4, flown to the moon on Apollo 8. Flag is affixed to the top of a 10 x 12 certificate stating “This flag was carried aboard the first manned lunar orbit spacecraft Apollo 8 December 21—27, 1968.” A 3.5 x 4.5 crew photo is affixed at the bottom of the certificate. Certificate is signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Rooster, With appreciation and best regards, Frank Borman,” and “James Lovell,” and “Bill Anders.” Certificate is affixed to a slightly larger mount. In very good condition, with all three signatures fairly light, but still completely legible, photo faded (but easily replaceable), four small squares of toning to corners of flag from adhesive on reverse, and some scattered light toning and foxing to certificate. Originally acquired from the collection of Rooster Andrews, University of Texas waterboy and sporting goods dealer. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Aldrin’s flown Apollo 8 Robbins medal 271. Apollo 8. Flown sterling silver Apollo 8 Robbins Medal, approximately 1.5 x 1.25, with a raised design on the face of the mission insignia—the number 8 making a pass around the moon and Earth—and the last names of crew members Frank Borman, James Lovell, and Bill Anders. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved “Dec. 21–27, 1968” and serial numbered “206.” Normal condition. This item originated from the collection of Buzz Aldrin, and is accompanied by a letter of certification from Aldrin that reads: “I hereby warrant and certify that the sterling silver Apollo 8 Robbins medallion, identified by serial number ‘206,’ is from my personal collection of Apollo artifacts. This medallion was flown aboard Apollo 8 December 21–28, 1968 and was obtained by me through the Astronaut flight office.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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One-of-a-kind Charlie Duke NASA business card signed by Lindbergh and the Apollo 8 crew at Apollo 11’s launch

272. Apollo 8 and Charles Lindbergh. One of Charlie Duke’s personal NASA business cards, 3.5 x

2, signed on the reverse in black ink and felt tip, “C. A. Lindbergh,” “Bill Anders,” “James Lovell,” and “Frank Borman.” Card is also signed on the front in blue ink by Duke. In fine condition, with scattered mild soiling to both sides, and a couple trivial brushes to Lindbergh’s signature. Accompanied by a 2005 letter of authenticity signed by Duke which reads, in part: “During the wait for the liftoff of Apollo 11, at the VIP viewing area, I spoke with the crew of Apollo 8…also at the viewing area was Charles Lindbergh, the first man to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. I thought it would be nice to obtain the autographs of these remarkable men on my business card. Each was kind enough to oblige my request. Since that time it has remained a treasured part of my personal space collection.” A unique and fitting combination of the first human to fly from the ‘New World’ to the ‘Old World’ and the first humans to leave Earth. 3240024…(MB $500)

From Cunningham’s personal collection, San Diego honors the 40th anniversary of the important Apollo 8 mission 274. Apollo 8. Color promo-

273. Apollo 8. Outstanding color 22 x 17 photographic print, featuring the earth rising from the lunar surface, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Paul Cox, With Best Wishes, Bill Anders, Apollo 8,” and signed in silver ink, “James Lovell, Apollo 8,” and “Frank Borman, Apollo 8.” Rolled and in fine condition, with a crease to the bottom right corner and a few other light creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

tional flyer for the San Diego Air and Space Museum’s commendation in honor of the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 8 mission, signed in silver ink by 11, including James Lovell, Bill Anders, Alan Bean, Buzz Aldrin, Walt Cunningham, Gene Kranz, Gerry Griffin, and Glynn Lunney. Reverse is signed in black ballpoint, “From my personal collection—Walt Cunningham, Apollo 7.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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clothes holding a rocket model, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To George, with best wishes, Bill Anders.” In fine condition. Anders is the most difficult autograph to obtain of all living astronauts. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

276. Frank Borman. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Borman suiting up for his Apollo 8 mission, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

277. Frank Borman. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Borman in a suit jacket and tie, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few light surface dings and creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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278. Apollo 8. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of the crew on the steps

to the module with an affixed commemorative stamp and first-day cancellation at lower right, signed in black felt tip by James Lovell, William Anders (last name only), Frank Borman, and former NASA Flight Director Eugene Kranz. The photo also bears an autopen signature from Lovell. In fine condition, with some light surface marks and a trivial area of spotting to the bottom border. Accompanied by a lifetime certificate of authenticity from Scott Cornish. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

279. James Lovell and Frank Borman. Color satin-finish 10 x

8 photo of the Earth rise over the lunar surface, signed in gold ink, “’68 Christmas Eve, Apollo 8, James Lovell,” and “Frank Borman.” A noticeable horizontal bend to upper portion of image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $250)

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apollo 9 Flown Robbins medal with Dave Scott certification 280. Apollo 9. Flown sterling silver Apollo 9 Robbins Medal, approximately 1-inch diameter, with a raised design on the face of the mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved with the last names of astronauts James McDivitt, Dave Scott, and Rusty Schweickart, as well as “March 3–13, 1969” and is serial numbered “157.” Normal condition. Accompanied by a 1994 letter of authenticity from Apollo 9 command module pilot Dave Scott, which reads, “This is to certify that the enclosed ‘IX’ silver medallion, Number 157, was carried aboard the Apollo IX spacecraft during the Apollo IX mission from March 3 through March 13, 1969.” Also accompanied by its original presentation case also numbered “157.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

281. Dave Scott. Flown printed fabric American

flag, 6 x 4, flown aboard Apollo 9 to the moon, signed in black felt tip, “This flag was carried into space during the flight of Apollo 9, March 3–13, 1969, Dave Scott CMP.” Flag is sewn by its horizontal edges to an 8 x 6 padded board. Expected light overall feathering to signature and certification, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

282. Apollo 9. Vibrant color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 9 crew, signed in black felt tip Jim McDivitt, Dave Scott, and Rusty Schweickart. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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283. Apollo 9. Exceptional color satin-finish 10 x 10 photo from the

command module, signed in silver ink, “Rendezvous in Earth Orbit, 7th of March 1969, Dave Scott, Apollo 9 CMP,” “Rusty Schweickart,” and “Jim McDivitt, Apollo 9 CDR.” In fine condition, with a strip of adhesive remnant on the reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

284. Rusty Schweickart. Pristine color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Schweickart suspended outside of Apollo 9, the earth clear in the background, signed in black felt tip, “Rusty Schweickart, Apollo 9, EVA, 1969.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 285. Apollo 9. Booklet entitled “Code-Name: Spider, Flight of Apollo

9,” 12 x 4.5, printed by the US Government Printing Office, 1969, and distributed by NASA’s Office of Public Affairs. Booklet is full of photographs and information about the mission. In fine condition, with a bit of trivial handling wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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286. Apollo 9. Lunar Module Systems Handbook, Vehicle LM-3, dated March 15, 1968, prepared by Flight Control Division at the Manned Spacecraft Center in Houston. Large manual contains 13 sections covering the topics of Structures, Crew Systems, Environmental Control, Guidance and Control, and Extravehicular Mobility Unit. Humorous notations on the front cover in an unknown hand read, “This book is to be left in area of Link Shift-Leader’s Desk (LMS). It will be removed from the area only upon penalty of death or worse.* *Worse=3rd shift on CMS-3.” Manual is housed in its three ring binder. In very good condition, with mild handling wear and scattered soiling to front cover.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 287. Dave Scott and Rusty Schweickart. A 9 x 9 swatch of Beta cloth bearing a printed 3-inch diameter Apollo IX insignia, signed in permanent black felt tip, “Dave Scott Apollo 9 CDR,” and “Rusty Schweickart Apollo 9 LMP.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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apollo 10 Flown Robbins medal from Conrad’s personal collection 288. Apollo 10. Flown sterling silver Apollo 10 Robbins Medal, approximately 1.25 x 1.25, with a raised design on the face of the mission insignia and the last names of crew members Tom Stafford, John Young, and Gene Cernan. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved “May 18–26, 1969” and serial numbered “252.” Normal condition. This item originated from the collection of Charles Conrad and is accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Conrad, which reads: “This medallion, Serial No. 252, was carried aboard Apollo 10 by astronauts Tom Stafford, John Young, and Gene Cernan in March of 1969. It has been in my personal collection since.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

Flown insignia logo mission patch 289. Tom Stafford and Gene Cernan. Flown Apollo 10 mission patch. The gold-

trimmed shield-shaped emblem for the flight shows a large, three-dimensional Roman numeral “X” sitting on the moon’s surface, a CSM circling the moon as an LM ascent stage flies up from its low pass over the lunar surface with its engine firing. Signed on the reverse in black felt tip by Tom Stafford and Gene Cernan. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Tom Stafford, reading, in part: “This cloth patch was carried to the Moon on the Apollo X mission…The patch flew to within 50,000 feet of the lunar surface in our Lunar Module (LM–4) named Snoopy…This patch has been in my private collection since 1969.” Item was obtained directly from General Stafford by the consignor. With all its mission objectives achieved, Apollo 10, with this patch aboard, set the stage for the first manned moon landing just two months later. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Lunar module docking cue card flown to the moon 290. Apollo 10 LM Docking Cue Card. Flown lunar

module docking cue card flown to the moon on board Apollo 10. Card measures 3.5 1.5, with two strips of Velcro on the reverse, andprovided information on the configurations for the reaction control system to be successfully docked with the command module. Card is signed on the reverse in blue felt tip, “Apollo X, Gene Cernan.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by a 2007 letter of authenticity from Cernan, which reads, in part: “This is to certify that the accompanying Apollo 10 LM (Lunar Module) Docking Cue Card was flown into low lunar orbit in May 1969 aboard the lunar module ‘Snoopy’ on the second manned mission to the moon. The Lunar Module Docking Cue Card is one of the lunar module (LM) cue cards we carried to the moon on Apollo 10. This flown Apollo 10 Docking Cue Card is an example of cue cards that were used in the lunar module ‘Snoopy’ during the spacecraft’s low level orbital pass over the lunar surface…This LM cue card has remained a treasured part of my personal space collection for more than thirty-five years, ever since NASA presented it back to me in 1969…This complete Lunar Module Docking Cue Card remains both a historic tool from one of the manned lunar voyages, a rare example of an astronaut flight-certified artifact returned from the Moon.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Critical flown Rendezvous Radar cue card, used to gauge distance between the LM and CM in lunar orbit 291. Apollo 10 LM Rendezvous Radar Cue Card.

Flown lunar module rendezvous radar cue card flown to the moon on board Apollo 10. Card measures 3.25 1.75, with two strips of Velcro on the reverse, and provided a conversion table that converted distance to volts that could be read from the Abort Guidance Computer and could gauge distance between the lunar module and command module during maneuvers in lunar orbit. Card is also signed on the reverse in blue felt tip, “A–10 Gene Cernan.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by a 2007 letter of authenticity from Cernan, which reads, in part: “This is to certify that the accompanying Apollo 10 LM (Lunar Module) Rendezvous Radar Cue Card was flown into low lunar orbit in May 1969 aboard the lunar module ‘Snoopy’ on the second manned mission to the moon. The Lunar Module Docking Cue Card is one of the lunar module (LM) cue cards we carried to the moon on Apollo 10. This flown Apollo 10 Docking Cue Card is an example of cue cards that were used in the lunar module ‘Snoopy’ during the spacecraft’s low level orbital pass over the lunar surface…This LM cue card has remained a treasured part of my personal space collection for more than thirty-five years, ever since NASA presented it back to me in 1969…This complete Lunar Module Rendezvous Radar Cue Card remains both a historic tool from one of the manned lunar voyages, a rare example of an astronaut flight-certified artifact returned from the Moon.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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292. John Young. Flown

parachute cloth and suspension line from the Apollo 10 command module directly from John Young’s personal collection.

Parachute cloth measures 14.5 x 8.25 and is signed in black felt tip, “Apollo X parachute cloth & attaced [sic] suspension line, John Young.”

Also written on the cloth in blue ballpoint, in another hand, “Gore 34; Ring 12,” and in pencil “#1” and “#2.” Also included in this lot are two pieces of this parachute’s suspension line- one 17” in length, the other 29”. In fine condition, with storage folds. Accompanied by a 6 x 4 photo of the Apollo 10 capsule with its parachutes deployed just before splashdown. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Color glossy 10 x 8 vintage photo, printed on Kodak paper, of a Resident Apollo Spacecraft Program Office (RASPO) NASA employee posing in front of the Apollo 10 capsule, with Charlie Brown and Snoopy dolls in her hand, signed later in black felt tip by Gene Cernan, John Young, and Tom Stafford. The reverse of the photo exhibits a desirable “A Kodak Paper” watermark. In fine condition, with a small tear to right edge and a couple trivial surface marks. Accompanied by the original vintage Charlie Brown and Snoopy dolls being held by the woman. The Snoopy doll is in a white spacesuit and clear helmet, with a flight safety labeled box and hose. Charlie Brown and Snoopy hold special significance as the lunar module was named after the famous beagle, with the command module bearing Charlie Brown’s name. While not included in the official mission logo, Charlie Brown and Snoopy became semi-official mascots for the mission. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Rendezvous with Snoopy in Lunar Orbit” 294. Apollo 10. Color 10 x 8 NASA composite photo

of the Apollo 10 mission, signed in black felt tip, “Gene Cernan, Apollo X,” “Rendezvous with Snoopy in Lunar Orbit, John Young, Apollo X,” and “Tom Stafford.” In fine condition. Accompanied by two certificates of authenticity from NovaSpace, one for Cernan and the other for Young. The three images featured have captured the southwest portion of the Sea of Tranquility on the lunar nearside, showing the areas of the Apollo Landing Site 2, the Command and Service Modules, and the ascent stage of the Lunar Module. A beautiful assemblage featuring exceptionally bold and crisp signatures from all three. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Vintage glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 10 crew presenting a Snoopy astronaut doll to Vice President Spiro Agnew, signed later in the presence of the consignor in black felt tip by Gene Cernan, Tom Stafford, and John Young. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Crew signed portrait 296. Apollo 10. Visu-

ally striking color glossy 8 x 10 photo of the Apollo 10 rocket on the launch pad, signed in the presence of the consignor in silver ink by all three crew members: Tom Stafford, John Young, and Gene Cernan. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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x 9 swatch of Beta cloth bearing a printed 3˝ wide Apollo 10 mission insignia in the center.

In very good condition, with scattered toning.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

298. Tom Stafford and Gene Cernan. Apollo

10 mission report, 8 x 10, 12 pages, dated June 17, 1969. Signed on the front cover, which features an image of ‘Charlie Brown,’ taken from the ‘Snoopy’ lunar module, in black felt tip, “Tom Stafford, Cdr, Apollo X,” and “Gene Cernan.” In fine condition.

These reports were issued by NASA as soon as possible after missions to release initial information quickly for research and discussion. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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300 299. Apollo 10. Crisp color glossy 10 x 8 second-generation ‘rednumbered’ NASA photo of the three crew members, suited and seated before a lunar backdrop, signed in black felt tip by Gene Cernan, Tom Stafford, and John Young. In fine condition, with some mild rubbing and irregular ink adhesion to the NASA print on the reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 300. Apollo 10. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of the prime crew members in their white spacesuits standing before the spacecraft, signed in blue felt tip by Gene Cernan, John Young, and signed in black felt tip by Tom Stafford, with someone adding the inscription, “To Mr. & Mrs. William R. Lindstrom, With our best wishes—The Apollo X Crew,” in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a couple of trivial surface marks towards the top edge. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 301. Tom Stafford. Color 10 x 8 composite NASA photo of the

Apollo Landing Site 2, the Apollo 10 command module, and the Apollo 10 lunar module, signed in black felt tip, “’Snoopy returning to Charlie Brown’ Tom Stafford, Apollo X Cdr.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

303 302. Gordon Cooper and Tom Stafford. Gordon Cooper’s personal Apollo 10 Spacecraft Dispersion Analysis Manual, 8 x 10.5, 35 unbound pages, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “From my Apollo X notebook, Gordon Cooper B.U. CDR.,” and in blue felt tip, “Tom Stafford, CDR.” In fine condition, with small ink notation to top right of cover as well as a bit of light soiling. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 303. John Young and Tom Stafford. Glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Tom Stafford addressing the crew of the USS Princeton after the splashdown and recovery of Apollo 10, with John Young in the background, signed in the presence of the consignor in black felt tip, “Tom Stafford, Cdr, Apollo X, After return from the moon, 26 May 1969,” and “John Young.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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apollo 11 Armstrongpresented flown American flag 305. Apollo 11. Remarkable flight-flown printed fabric American flag, 6 x 4, flown aboard Apollo 11 during its historic flight to the moon. Flag is affixed by its corners to a 10 x 12 certificate stating “This flag traveled to the moon with Apollo 11, the first manned lunar landing, July 20, 1969,” and signed in black felt tip by Neil Armstrong, and bearing autopen signatures of Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. In fine condition, with small squares of toning to each corner of flag from adhesive on reverse.

An iconic relic from the most historic and avidly collected of Apollo missions! Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Flown Robbins medal #147, originally from the collection of moonwalker Alan Bean 306. Apollo 11. Historic flown sterling silver Apollo 11 Robbins

Medal, approximately 1.25˝ diameter, with a raised early design on the face of the iconic Apollo 11 mission insignia, with the eagle carrying the olive branch in its beak. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved with the last names of astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins, along with the July 16, 1969, launch date, July 20, 1969, moon landing date, and July 24, 1969, return date. This medal is serial numbered “147.” Normal condition. Accompanied by its original case, numbered “147.”

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Alan Bean’s wife, Sue Ragsdale Bean, which reads, in part: “This is to certify that the accompanying Apollo 11 Robbins Medallion bearing serial number 147 was flown aboard the Apollo 11 Command Module Columbia…which Alan and I purchased prior to the launch of Apollo 11 in 1969, and received back later that year. It then remained a precious part of our families space collection until September, 2000, 21 years after its historic voyage to the moon.” Remarkably scarce flight-flown mementos such as this—particularly one from man’s first step into a brave new world—rarely find their way to the marketplace and are highly prized by collectors. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

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One of just a handful of the elusive unflown Robbins medals 307. Apollo 11. Historic and rare unflown Apollo 11 Robbins

Medal, approximately 1-inch diameter, with a raised design on the face of the Apollo 11 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is unengraved, except for the serial number “164.” Normal condition.

Made by the Robbins Company of Attleboro, Massachusetts, astronauts who are in line for a flight have the option of purchasing the medallions for themselves, family, and friends as personal souvenirs. This scarce item is different in that it is one of only nine known to exist. Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins has reported that nine medallions had gone missing from his personal effects prior to launch. They showed up decades later in the estate of a woman who had been a janitor at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. An unbelievable scarce Apollo 11 artifact with a storied past, actually more difficult to find than one of the flown medallions. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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308. Apollo 11 and Charles Lindbergh.

An exceptional display featuring signed items from Charles Lindbergh, the Apollo 11 crew, and John Glenn.

Items include: Ink signature, “C. A. Lindbergh, March 1934,” on an off-white slip; a 1969 FDC with an affixed cachet honoring the first man on the moon, signed in ink and felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins; a clipped 3.25 x 3 glossy photo of Glenn posing in front of his Mercury capsule, signed in brown ink, “J. H. Glenn, Jr.”; and an FDC with a cachet honoring Robert Goddard, signed in ballpoint

by Harry Guggenheim. Other items include an unsigned vintage 5.25 x 7 photo picturing Lindbergh and Guggenheim, as they arrived at Bolling Field in Washington, D.C., December 12, 1928; a reproduction postcard photo of Lindbergh posing with The Spirit of St. Louis; four other FDCs, and four commemorative medallions. All the items are matted together to an overall size of 23.5 X 19.25. Armstrong’s signature a shade light, moderate contrast to Glenn’s light, but mostly legible signature, and a few light vertical cuts to three of the unsigned covers, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli, John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA, and RR Auction COA..…(MB $300)

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Over 50 audio cassettes of Aldrin’s dictation for Return to Earth 309. Buzz Aldrin. Utterly unique collection of 57 first generation

audio cassettes dictated by Buzz Aldrin, and used to write his 1973 best-selling biography Return to Earth. Each Supertape LN-60 tape is full of hours of personal recollections and experiences from Aldrin’s life from his early years all the way through his historic moon flight, as well as what the fame of that mission did to him and his family, including never-before-heard insights and revelations from Aldrin’s extraordinary life. In fine condition. A treasure trove of stories waiting to be discovered listening to these tapes – all in the voice of one of the first men to land on the moon. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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items: four Apollo 11-related LP albums: Man on the Moon (in German), Flight to the Moon, Apollo 11: We Have Landed on the Moon, and Footsteps on the Moon: The Epic Flight of Apollo 11; and four Apollo 11-related 33 1/3 rpm albums: Our Journey to the Moon, We Came In Peace For All Mankind, Man On the Moon: The Flight of Apollo 11, and Apollo 11—Man on the Moon: Blast Off to Splashdown. In very good condition, with expected cover wear and rubbing, rippling to one cover from exposure to moisture, and a few edge separations. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

311. Buzz Aldrin.

Scarce signed book: U.S.S. Hornet Apollo 11 Recovery Mission Cruisebook. Undated Taylor Publishing Company. Hardcover, 8.5 x 11.25, 64 pages. This rare book, compiled by the Hornet, is signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Buzz Aldrin.

In very good condition, with scattered toning and foxing to covers, as well as some light wear and rubbing. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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swatch of Beta cloth, bearing a printed 3.25-inch diameter Apollo 11 mission emblem, signed in permanent blue felt tip, “Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI,” and in black felt tip “Michael Collins.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace for Collins and a photo of Aldrin holding the Beta cloth at the ASF autograph show after signing.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Crew-signed Beta cloth patch 313. Apollo 11. A 6 x 5.75 swatch of Beta cloth, bearing a printed 3.25-inch diameter Apollo 11 mission emblem, signed above the emblem in blue felt tip, “Neil Armstrong,” and in black ink, “Buzz Aldrin,” and “Michael Collins.”

In fine condition, with Armstrong’s signature slightly faded and a shade or two light, but still completely legible.

Beta cloth is a type of fireproof woven fiber cloth used in the manufacturing of the space suit. Designed by Frederick S. Dawn, a scientist who worked with the Dow-Corning Company, the fabric was made to withstand temperatures exceeding 650°C and was used in all NASA space suits following the deadly launchpad fire of Apollo 1. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Steve Zarelli. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $300)

314. Neil Armstrong. Color Christmas card, measuring 5 x 7 closed, with a pre-printed Christmas message inside, signed under the message in blue ballpoint by Armstrong, who prints his name, “Neil Armstrong.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Armstrong’s hand, and postmarked December 22, 1980. An unusual format with a nice example of Armstrong’s lesser-seen printed signature. Accompanied by a program from a 2011 Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony in which Armstrong was one of the gold medal recipients. A seldom-seen style of correspondence from Armstrong.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

315. Paul Calle. Signed book: Celebrating Apollo 11: The Artwork of Paul Calle, 2009. Hardcover with dustjacket, 11 x 10.75, 96 pages. Signed on the title page in black felt tip by Calle and his son, Chris Calle. In fine condition, with some light rubbing to the reverse of the signature page and light rubbing to the cover.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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316. Apollo 11. Signed book: Man on the Moon: A Picture Chronology of Man in Space Exploration. Collectors edition. Dallas, Texas: Galina,

Inc., 1969. Hardcover, 10.5 x 8.25. Signed on the first free end page in black felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins. Light toning along the edges of the pages, a border of light toning to the back pastedown, and a loose, but intact hinge, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by a handwritten a memo dated August 4, 1971, showing where this book was given as a gift by the president and vice president of Data Duplicating to an individual in another company “to express their appreciation to you for the excellent job your company has done for them…and for the above and beyond the call of duty favors you’ve extended.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Official Apollo 11 Countdown Procedure manual presented to a NASA employee 317. Apollo 11. Bound three volume set of manuals

entitled “Launch Vehicle Operations for Support of Space Vehicle Countdown Demonstration Test and Launch Countdown,” dated May–June 1969. Stamped on the front cover “Released for AS 506.” Over 400 pages listing procedures for the testing as well as pull out flow charts. Front cover of Volume I is signed and inscribed in black felt tip and ink, “Official countdown procedure for Apollo 11. To Edna M. Ridley, It has been a pleasure of being associated with such a good person and a tremendous worker at K.S.C. May God bless you and bring you happiness, Jose Luis Gonzalez, 1-26-72,” and “‘We have liftoff! Liftoff of Apollo 11 at 32 minutes past the hour!’ Jack King, NASA–KSC ‘Voice of Apollo.’” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

318. Buzz Aldrin. Unique metal folding chair, 38˝ inches tall,

with the center cut out of the seat and bearing a relief model of a portion of the lunar surface, with the seat covered in Plexiglass.

Bottom of seat bears three American flags, two 6 x 4 and one 16 x 12, all visible when the chair is folded closed, and also covered in Plexiglass. Signed in silver ink on the backrest by Aldrin. In fine condition, with scattered nicks and dings to chair. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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319. Buzz Aldrin. FDC with a cachet honoring Man’s First Landing on the Moon, featuring images of the lunar module and Armstrong, Collins, and Aldrin, and postmarked September 9, 1969, signed in black felt tip, “Buzz Aldrin.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

320. Neil Armstrong. FDC honoring the Apollo 11 with a small image

of the command module, postmarked September 10, 1969, and featuring a First Man on the Moon commemorative stamp, signed in blue felt tip, “Neil Armstrong.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

321. Michael Collins. FDC with a cachet honoring A Decade of Space Achievement, postmarked August 2, 1971, featuring two United States in Space, A Decade of Achievement commemorative stamps, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a trivial area of soiling over the postmark cancellation. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

322. Apollo 11. Apollo 11 Manned Flight Awareness medal, 1.25˝ diameter. The face bears the raised re-creation of the famous image of Buzz Aldrin looking at the American flag on the lunar surface; the reverse is engraved, “This Medallion contains metal from spacecrafts Columbia and Eagle, that took Astronauts Armstrong, Aldrin and Collins on their historic Apollo 11 mission that resulted in the first landing of man on the Moon.” Normal condition. Accompanied by the medallion’s original certificate, presented to John E. Reid, as well as a printed certificate of participation presented to Reid. All are matted and framed together with three photos, including an Apollo 11 crew photo, to an overall size of 14.5 x 40. A desirable artifact commemorating—and made from—a piece of history. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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323. Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins.

Dramatic color 24 x 17.5 giclee print on canvas of the Apollo 11 LM ascent stage prior to docking with the Command Module, nicely signed in black felt tip by Michael Collins and Buzz Aldrin. Rolled and in fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

324. Buzz Aldrin. Color giclee print on canvas, 17 x 24, of Aldrin’s iconic portrait of the moonwalker standing on the lunar surface, nicely signed in the presence of the consignor in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

325. Neil Armstrong. Two items: original vintage unsigned Associated Press photo, 7 x 9, of Armstrong and his wife on their wedding day. Press caption affixed to reverse reads: “(For use with Armstrong profile for AMS of Sunday, July 13 by Paul Recer.) Another heavenly day for Astronaut to be. Neil Alden Armstrong, the Apollo 11 astronaut who is slated to be the first human to touch on the Lunar surface later this month, is shown with his bride, the former Janet Shearon, at their marriage in 1956.” Reverse of photo also bears several notations in Spanish; and an original ‘reserved’ homecoming card, 4.25 x 2.5, for Neil Armstrong’s Wapakoneta Homecoming on September 9, 1969. Card features an image of Armstrong and an insignia commemorating the Apollo 11 mission. Some trivial surface dings and marks to the photo, and a staple hole to right edge of the card, as well as scattered mild toning, and light handling wear, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Color booklet entitled “Log of Apollo 11,” issued by NASA’s Office of Public Affairs, chronicling the highlights of the Apollo 11 mission, including man’s first steps on the moon; Grumman Plane News, issued on July 28, 1969, with cover featuring Neil Armstrong’s historic first steps on the moon as well as his famous quote; Informative Apollo 11 principal events of Moon Mission poster; NASA Fact sheet issued after the Apollo 12 mission, detailing the ways the moon was being explored; Apollo 11 abridged mission report; Log of Apollo 11, dated on the first page June 1979, but issued by NASA on the 20th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission; five color glossy candid photos taken during the Apollo 11 recovery mission consisting of four identical 4.5 x 3 aerial photos of the USS Hornet, each signed on the reverse by members of the helicopter crew and one 3 x 3 color glossy of a Navy helicopter landing on the Hornet, signed on the reverse by Commander Donald S. Jones; Apollo 11 release, summarizing the prime mission objective, the astronauts, and the shuttle’s schedule; and an original lunch while in quarantine. Light toning, and some mild to moderate creasing, otherwise fine condition. A more detailed description is available online at rrauction.com. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

327. Apollo 11. Thirteen items:

Apollo 11 Lunar Landing press kit, 250 pages, providing very detailed information and diagrams related to the first moonwalks; booklet entitled ‘Moon,’ published by Nelson Doubleday, Inc., in 1970; a black-and-white 8mm film in its original box issued by NASA, entitled “Official NASA Footage Apollo 11 Man on the Moon”; and a collection of ten NASA issued items, each pertaining to the Apollo 11 launch.

Items are: one-page press release regarding the launch, pre-launch briefing informational packet, Public Information Division “Space Sheet,” NASA/Grumman Apollo lunar module narrative, July 1969 issue of the Canaveral Section Report, two press packets from Bendix Aerospace Systems Division, a July 9 copy of ‘Moon Mail’; and two 8 x 10 glossy photos of one of the Apollo 11 astronauts ‘practicing’ in their space suit. In very good to fine condition, with some mild toning and the expected wear. A more detailed description is available online at rrauction.com. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

328. Buzz Aldrin. Staple-bound

NASA manual entitled “Apollo 11 Lunar Photography,” 8.5 x 11, 12 pages plus appendix, printed by NASA in April of 1970, signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In fine condition.

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11 Lunar Operations Plan, dated June 27, 1969, 8 x 10.5, staplebound, providing a minute-byminute plan for the time astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were to spend on the lunar surface. First page bears photocopied signatures of H. W. Wood, Jr., R. G. Zedekar, H. A. Kuehnel, C. H. Woodling, W. J. North, and Deke Slayton. Introduction states, “This Final Edition…defines equipment requirements, crew/equipment interfaces, and final flight planning and crew activities for lunar surface EVA operations during the first manned lunar mission.” One page inside provides instructions for Armstrong to step foot on the moon, “Descend to footpad…Step to Surface.” In fine condition, with felt tip notation on cover and some mild toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

330. Apollo 11 Recovery Manual. Staple-

bound NASA manual for the Recovery Requirements of Apollo 11, 8.5 x 11, “prepared by Landing and Recovery Division, June 12, 1969, Changed June 25, 1969.” Manual lists procedures and definitions for the recovery and transport of the astronauts and command module.

A small portion reads, in part: “It is required that the Apollo 11 flight crew and CM be recovered as soon as possible after landing, while observing the constraints required to maintain biological isolation of the flight crew, CM and materials removed from the CM.” In fine condition, with some light toning and foxing to covers. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Armstrong to Buck Rogers: “Only two pilots went from the X-15 program to the Astronaut Program.

The other is Joe Engle” 331. Neil Armstrong. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, University of

Cincinnati letterhead, May 7, 1979. Letter to his good friend Buck Rogers. In full: “Only two pilots went from the X-15 program to the Astronaut Program. The other is Joe Engle, who has not flown in orbit, but flew several of the Space Shuttle landing flights last year and is expected to command some of the forthcoming shuttle flights. Enclosed is an X-15 booklet which you may enjoy keeping.”

In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to top edge and a few light creases and wrinkles. An interesting piece of correspondence between two names closely related with space travel. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“People not known to us personally are interested in our recent appointments as astronaut trainees makes us aware of their enthusiasm about the manned space flight program” 332. Neil Armstrong. Two items: TLS, one page, 7.25 x 9.5, NASA letterhead, stampdated December 1, 1962.

Letter in response to sent congratulations. In full: “Your letter of congratulations is most appreciated, for to know that people not known to us personally are interested in our recent appointments as astronaut trainees makes us aware of their enthusiasm about the manned space flight program. Please accept the enclosed autographed item in appreciation of your interest”; and a color glossy 7.25 x 9.5 photo of Armstrong posing in his space suit against a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip. Both are double matted and framed together with a small plaque, to an overall size of 28.5 x 25. In very good to fine condition, with several small areas of toning and staining to letter, most likely from show-through of adhesive on reverse, and a few scattered light creases and ripples to photo. A very early piece of correspondence from Armstrong, who had just been chosen as a member of the ‘New Nine’ in September of 1962, which shows the beginnings of the public’s love affair with space travel. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Armstrong FDC bearing his famous first words 333. Neil Armstrong. Off-white 5 x 3 postcard, signed in blue ballpoint, “Neil Armstrong,” with a printed cachet of a lunar module descending to the surface and Armstrong’s quote, “That’s one small step for man one giant leap for mankind,” as well as a First Day of Issue stamp, two 1969 postal cancellations, one for the moon landing, and a first man on the moon postage stamp. In fine condition, with a couple of light bends and creases.

Armstrong is notoriously difficult to find on philatelic covers. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

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Calle’s captivating rendition of the first man on the moon 334. Neil Armstrong. Majestic limited edition 13.75 x 22.75 lithograph

featuring a graphite pencil drawing of Armstrong in his white spacesuit, numbered #964/1000, signed below in pencil by Armstrong. Also signed by the artist, Paul Calle, below a pre-printed signature, and adding the date, July 16, 1969. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 29.5. Affixed to the reverse of the frame is the rare printed description picturing a photograph captioned “Paul Calle and Neil Armstrong signed the prints at the National Air and Space Museum on December 23, 1976.” In fine condition. Renowned for his beautiful renditions of the Apollo 11 crew, Calle was the sole artist commissioned by NASA to capture the energy and essence of the first three in the days leading up to their ground-breaking mission. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Exemplary signed Eagle to the Moon

by Ruthven 335. Neil Armstrong. Beautiful color 9.5 x 12.5

lithograph entitled ‘Eagle to the Moon,’ featuring a majestic eagle soaring over the moon, a branch with leaves beneath its claws, signed in the bottom right corner in pencil by Armstrong. Also signed in pencil by the acclaimed wildlife artist, James Ruthven.

Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.5 x 21. In fine condition. This particular piece was commissioned by Ohio Governor James Rhodes to commemorate Neil Armstrong’s exceptional achievements. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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336. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin.

Original color mixed-media painting, 29.5 x 23.75, featuring Neil Armstrong saluting the flag on the lunar surface beside a majestic rendition of the lunar module, with the moon hanging beautifully in a star-speckeled sky, signed in black felt tip by Armstrong and Aldrin. Also signed by the artist in black felt tip. Framed, with no glass, to an overall size of 34 x 28. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Exceptional one-of-a-kind presentation clock gifted from the citizens of Geneva, honoring Colonel Aldrin’s “First Steps on the Moon” 337. Buzz Aldrin. Spectacular ‘Montre Royale de Geneva’

presentation table clock, 12˝ x 11˝. Gifted to Aldrin, a gold plate reads, “First Steps on the Moon, July 20, 1969, To Colonel Edwin E. Aldrin, Lunar Module Pilot, Apollo 11, As a token of admiration from Geneva Citizens.” Clock presents three faces: Washington, Tokyo, and Geneva, and 14 decorative panes circumventing the base. In very good condition, with mild wear from handling, signs of age to the finish, one of the three faces unsecured, and the edge of one of the decorative panes a bit loose. Straight from the Buzz Aldrin collection, this clock embodies Aldrin’s—and the nation’s—ultimate accomplishment. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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338. Buzz Aldrin. Three plaques: International Space Hall of Fame gold plaque, 7.5 x 9.5, inducting Aldrin on October 2, 1982, citing the events of the Gemini XII lift-off: “In a short time, the rendezvous radar on board the Gemini broke down and the crew used a sexton to locate the target and successfully completed the docking procedure manually”; a gold plaque honoring Aldrin as an “Honorary Member of the North Seattle Lapidary & Mineral Society” for being “A member of the first team to collect rocks on the moon,” 10 x 6.75; and a 36th Annual Shrine North-South Football Classic gold plaque, 9 x 12, honoring Aldrin on August 1, 1987, at the Rose Bowl for outstanding service. In very good condition, with scattered surface marks, dings, some chips to the wooden mounts, and wear from handling. Accompanied by a letter of provenance. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

339. Apollo 11. Commemorative

plaque, presented to Jim McDivitt, for his part in the Apollo 11 mission.

Wooden plaque measures 8 x 10 and bears two relief medallions, both measuring 2˝ in diameter, one of the Apollo 11 insignia, the other engraved “Beech Aircraft Corporation Cryogenic Gas Storage System.” Along with the medallions are two plaques which read, “Presented to Col. J. A. McDivitt In Commemoration of Man’s First Lunar Landing, July 20, 1969.” Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace as part of the Jim McDivitt Garage Sale.

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340. Ed Hengeveld. Gorgeous color limited edition 12 x 17.75 photo paper print entitled ‘The Eagle Has Landed,’ commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 landing on the moon, numbered #14/50, signed in the bottom border in purple felt tip by Hengeveld, adding the initials “E. H.” in block letters below his signature. Rolled and in fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Three pristine photos of the Apollo 11 crew 341. Apollo 11. Exceptional trio of color 8 x 10 NASA photos, individually signed in black ink by “Neil Armstrong,” “Buzz Aldrin,” and “Mike Collins.”

In very fine condition. This is a flawless, particularly attractive set of crew photos. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Commemorative sword honoring the first lunar landing 342. Commemorative Sword.

Limited edition commemorative sword, #0351, made by Wilkinson Sword of London, in honor of the Apollo 11 moon landing. Stainless steel blade measures 30˝ long and is engraved with depictions of the Saturn rocket launch, the Apollo XI lunar (LM) and command (CM) modules above the Moon’s surface, and the American flag and is engraved on a floating ribbon “Apollo 11 Moon Landing 20-7-1969.” Engraved at the bottom near the tang “By Appointment To Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Sword Cutlers,” the logo of “Wilkinson Sword London,” and “Made in England.” Overall length measures 36˝ long, with an 18 carat gold-plated crossguard and pommel and has a polished walnut grip. Sword is presented on its 39 x 6.75 mahogany plaque, with a gold-plated presentation plate captioned “Sword by / Wilkinson Sword of London / to Honour the Achievement / of the U.S.A. Moon Landing / 1969,” and also bearing an image of the Apollo 11 lunar module. Some scattered light wear and pitting, and a hole to each corner of the plaque for display purposes, otherwise fine condition. An interesting and seldom-seen souvenir. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

The 1984 World’s Fair honors the 1969 moonwalkers 343. Apollo 11. Very nice Apollo 11 15th anniversary commemorative citation, 10.5 x 13.5, commemorated at the 1984 World’s Fair, Louisiana World Exposition, on July 20, 1984, signed in black felt tip by crew members Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin. Also signed by NASA administrator James M. Beggs, and bearing a souvenir Apollo 11 mission patch affixed to top left. A gold foil NASA seal is affixed. The citation is permanently mounted and triple-matted to an overall size of 16.5 x 19.5. In fine condition, with a couple spots of soiling and Collins’ signature a bit light. An unusual association between the two events! Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA..…(MB $500)

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Fresh out of quarantine and shopping for cloths for their parades, the crew sign an oversized print for a Houston haberdasher 344. Apollo 11. Exceptional color 16.5 x 13.5 Alton S. Tobey composite print of the Apollo 11 crew in their white spacesuits against a celestial background, signed in blue ballpoint, “Neil Armstrong,” “Buzz Aldrin,” and “Michael Collins.” Paper loss to lower right corner tip, scattered creases and wrinkles, and some mild rippling, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by a 2011 letter of provenance from the original recipient of the signatures, Mike Marsh, which reads, in part: “I am the original owner and the print was personally signed for me in my presence by all three astronauts in Houston, Texas on August 13, 1969, very shortly after they came out of quarantine. At that time, I was the Sales Representative for the Hathaway shirt company. One of my clothing store customers, Leopold, Price and Rolle, had offered to outfit the Apollo 11 Crew with apparel for their Parade Tour on August 13, 1969 and for other post mission activities. The offer, which consisted of suits, shirts and ties, was accepted and the three crew members, who each arrived in separate vehicles, attended the L,P. & R store within the Gulfgate mall to be fitted…As I wanted to take advantage of the opportunity, while the astronauts were at the clothing store, I went to a nearby drug store that was also within the mall to see if I could find something appropriate which I could ask the crew to sign. I found the Tobey print and purchased if for $.50. I brought it back to the store where all three crew members were happy to sign it for me…My wife…did attend with me and she brought our camera along…She took two pictures while I was assisting Aldrin and Collins…You’ll notice from the photo with Mr. Collins that he was so fresh out of quarantine that he hadn’t yet shaven off his mustache which he did a short time later prior to the parade the crew attended in New York City that day.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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348. Buzz Aldrin. Color 8 x 10

NASA photo of Aldrin posing in his space suit against a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

345. Neil Armstrong. Robust red felt tip signature on an orange 5.25 x 3.5 sheet of two affixed pieces of paper. In fine condition, with a horizontal line created by the two overlapping sections passing through the middle of the signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

349. Buzz Aldrin. Color glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of Aldrin posing in his white spacesuit and NASA information printed on the reverse, signed in black felt tip, “Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI LMP.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

350. Buzz Aldrin.

346. Neil Armstrong. Ballpoint signature and inscription, “Best wishes to the Walker family—Neil Armstrong,” on an off-white 5 x 3 gold-bordered card. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 347. Walt Cunningham. Apollo

11 Preliminary Science Report, issued by NASA’s Scientific and Information Division, 8 x 10.5, 204 pages.

Report is full of photos and explanations of the mission, and is stamped on the front cover “NASA SP-214.” Signed on the title page in blue felt tip, “From my personal library collection. Walt Cunningham Apollo 7.” In fine condition, with expected handling wear. These reports were issued by NASA as soon as possible after missions to release initial information quickly for research and discussion. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

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Outstanding color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Aldrin posing in his white spacesuit before a lunar background, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some trivial toning along the edges, along with a few light dings to the right edge.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

351. Buzz Aldrin. Flawless color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Aldrin posing in his white spacesuit before a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip, “Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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352. Buzz Aldrin. Famous color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Aldrin

on the moon, signed in blue felt tip, “Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

353. Buzz Aldrin. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Aldrin in his white spacesuit helmet and NASA information printed on the reverse, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with scattered light surface dings. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 354. Buzz Aldrin. Color satin-finish 10.75 x 13.75 full-length photo of Aldrin on the surface of the moon, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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355. Michael Collins. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Collins pos-

ing in his white spacesuit before a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip, “Mike Collins.” In fine condition, with a light surface mark running along the right edge, and a similarly faint mark towards the bottom left corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

356. Michael Collins. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Collins posing in his space suit against a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip, “Michael Collins, Apollo XI CMP.” Some light surface loss along bottom edge, and some light toning and soiling to borders, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

357. Michael Collins. Distinguished color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo

of Collins posing in his white spacesuit before a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip, “Michael Collins, Apollo XI.” In fine condition, with a light bend to the top left corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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358. Michael Collins. Crystal

clear color satinfinish 10 x 8 photo of Collins training in a command module simulator, signed in silver ink, “Michael Collins, Apollo XI.” In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

359. Apollo 11. Two items: Attractive medallion, 2.5-inch diameter issued to commemorate Apollo 11. The raised likenesses of the Apollo 11 crew appear on one side with a raised likeness of the lunar capsule on the reverse; and an original tie tack, .75-inch diameter, bearing an image of the Apollo 11 logo. The piece was issued in honor of the 20th anniversary of the first lunar landing. In fine condition. Both items originate from the personal collection of James McDivitt, and each are accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Novaspace. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

360. Apollo 11. A complete set of 12 Apollo 11 NASA color photos distributed by Eisner Food Stores and Licensed by Crofton Lithographing Corp, Chicago, Illinois. Each photo measures 7.25 x 9, with “Official NASA Photograph,” printed in the upper right, and the photo’s number and brief caption printed in the upper left.

Photos are: (S-69-31741) Neil Armstrong; (S-69-31742) Michael Collins; (S-69-31743) Edwin E. Aldrin, Jr.; (AS11-40-5868) Aldrin makes first step onto the surface of the Moon; (AS11-40-5903) Aldrin walking near LM, footpad in lower right corner; (AS11-405902) Aldrin walking near LM leg; (AS11-40-5875) Aldrin poses by deployed U.S. flag; (AS11-40-5949) Aldrin stands by deployed Passive Seismic Experiment Package; (AS11-40-5948) PSEP deployed, Aldrin walks toward LR-3 and LM; (AS10-27-3892) Earth rise on far side of the moon; (AS11-44-6642) Rendezvous of Apollo 11 lunar module ascent stage with command module; (S-69-40308) The deployment of the flag of the United States on the surface of the Moon. Each photo also bears a First Man on the Moon ten-cent postage stamp, a First Day of Issue stamp, and a Washington, D.C., and Moon Landing cancellations. Each photo is individually matted and framed to overall sizes of 11 x 13, with one frame missing its glass. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Original limited edition sketch of Calle’s First Man on the Moon, from his personal collection 361. Paul Calle. Spectacular limited edition original

signed pencil and felt tip sketch of Neil Armstrong stepping on to the lunar surface, #6/11, on an off-white 9.5 x 4 First Day Cover, signed in pencil, “Paul Calle, First Man on the Moon,” and also signed on the reverse in black ink, “From the collection of Paul Calle.” In very fine condition. This is an exceptional example of Calle’s first man on the moon postage stamp. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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‘Red-numbered’ photo of the Apollo 11 LM and lunar surface sensing probe 362. Buzz Aldrin. Color semi-glossy 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ doubleweight NASA photo of a close-up view of a footpad of the Apollo 11 lunar module resting on the lunar surface, with a portion of the lunar surface sensing probe visible in the foreground, and astronaut footprints scattered about, signed in blue felt tip

by Aldrin. Reverse bears a printed caption as well as two postal cancellations and a man on the moon postage stamp, stamped First Day of issue. In fine condition. A crystal clear photo featuring a seldom-seen, but integral piece of equipment, the sensing probe. A flight-ready probe, similar to the one pictured here is item #233 in this catalog. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Uncommon vintage portrait of the first American flag on the moon presented to a prominent D.C. innkeeper

363. Apollo 11. Color vintage glossy 10

x 8 photo of the American flag on the lunar surface, affixed to a slightly larger foam core mount at its top edge, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Collins Bird—With Sincere Best Wishes, From Tranquility Base, Neil Armstrong,” “Buzz Aldrin,” and “Michael Collins.” Bird was the owner of the Georgetown Inn on Wisconsin Avenue in Washington, D.C., where astronauts and NASA officials would stay when in town. In fine condition. An outstanding image snapped from Tranquility Base. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Spectacular lunar shot of Armstrong and Aldrin

364. Apollo 11. Color vintage glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of

Armstrong and Aldrin flanking the first American flag on the moon, affixed to a foam core mount by its top edge, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Collins—With Pleasure—Neil Armstrong,” “Buzz Aldrin,” and “Michael Collins.” In fine condition, with a trivial ding to the top edge. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. This image was developed from film exposed by the 16 mm camera mounted to the lunar module. An exceptional and highly-desirable piece for any substantial collection. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Highly-desirable uninscribed crew portrait

365. Apollo 11. Exemplary color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the crew posing in their white spacesuits before a lunar backgrop, signed in black

felt tip by Michael Collins and Neil Armstrong, adding “Best Wishes”; and signed in blue felt tip by Buzz Aldrin. In fine condition, with slight bends to the bottom corners, and light rippling across the top edge. A must-have for any serious space collection. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Highly desirable uninscribed ‘Flag Deployment’ crew signed photo 366. Apollo 11. Rare color 10 x 8 NASA photo of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin deploying the American flag on the lunar surface, signed in blue felt tip, “Neil Armstrong, Apollo 11,” “Michael Collins Apollo 11 CMP,” and “We came in peace for all mankind. Tranquility Base July 20, 1969, Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI LMP.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace for the Collins signature. A coveted photograph of Neil Armstrong on the Moon signed not only by Armstrong but also the complete Apollo 11 crew with all three adding their mission as well. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

The crew celebrates their anniversary with President Carter and John Glenn

367. Apollo 11. Color satin-finish 9.25 x 6.5 photo of a White House ceremony on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission, matted to an overall size of 15 x 11, featuring President Carter shaking hands with Neil Armstrong, as Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins await their turn, and Senator John Glenn looking on and applauding, signed in black felt tip on the mat by Jimmy Carter, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins, and John Glenn. In fine condition. An invaluable gathering of signatures. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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368. Apollo 11. Fantastic color

semi-glossy 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of the Apollo 11 crew posing in their white spacesuits before a lunar background, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Vince Hurley, With Best Wishes From Apollo 11—Neil Armstrong,” “M. Collins,” and “Buzz Aldrin.” In very good condition, with scattered creasing and surface impressions, and a collector’s notation on the reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

369. Apollo 11: Mission Control. Beautiful color satinfinish 8 x 10 photo of a footprint on the lunar surface, signed in black felt tip by mission control personnel Gene Kranz, Chris Kraft, Gerry Griffith, John Hodges, and Glynn Lunney. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $250)

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370. Neil Armstrong. Very nice uninscribed glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong during suiting, taken on the morning of the launch of Apollo 11, signed in blue ink. In fine condition, with crease to lower portion of image, and silvering to darker areas of image, visible only at an angle. A much less-common seen image from the historic Apollo 11 mission. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare uninscribed state presentation portrait from their 50 state tour, passed down from the governor of Tennessee 371. Apollo 11. Color glossy 14 x 11 photo of Buzz Aldrin facing the flag on the lunar surface during the Apollo 11 mission, affixed to its original 20 x 16 mount. Mount bears an incomplete printed inscription which reads, “Presented to the Governor—of the—of—and its people in appreciation of their hospitality during the visit of the Apollo 11 Command Spacecraft and lunar rock sample displayed in the Capital,” and is signed on the mount in black felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins. Also signed on the mount by NASA Administrator Thomas Paine. Mount is affixed to a slightly larger off-white mount. Light uniform fading to all three signatures, all of which remain completely legible, and light toning to the mount from previous display, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a photocopied letter of provenance from the recipient of the photo which reads, “This Apollo 11…photo was given to me by Buford Ellington, Governor of Tennessee in 1970, via my father Ernie Keller, the Chief of Public Relations (Governor’s Office). This photo was given to Gov. Ellington during ‘The Apollo 11 Fifty-State Tour,’ following the first manned lunar expedition. He decided not to have the lettering completed, and instead gave it to my father to be given to me, Ted W. Keller. I was an Aerospace Engineering student at the University of Tennessee at the time and the Governor knew what it would mean to me to have this inspiration. It has been in my possession until February 2012. At the time, I was told that the print was a 1st generation hand-enlargement from the original negative returned from the moon.” In 1970, the Apollo 11 command module, a lunar sample, and the crew visited all 50 state capitals, ending in Washington, D. C., with the module winding up at the Smithsonian Institute. The crew and module stopped in Tennessee from September 18–21, 1970. A very scarce unissued presentation portrait with exceptional provenance. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Uninscribed Armstrong NASA portrait 372. Neil Armstrong. Color glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong in his spacesuit posing against a lunar backdrop, signed in black ink. In fine condition. Uninscribed photos of Armstrong represent one of the most coveted and elusive prizes in the entire field of space collecting. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

373. Neil Armstrong. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of a young

Armstrong in a suit and tie, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip “To Jeff Midden—Neil Armstrong, Gemini VIII and Apollo 11.” A couple creases and wrinkles to top portion of background, otherwise fine condition. A lesser-seen image of Armstrong, with the uncommon addition of both of his missions. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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374. Michael Collins. Glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of Collins sit-

ting in his white spacesuit and helmet, signed in black felt tip. A bit of light creasing towards the top left corner, a mild area of surface dings affecting the facial area, faint streaking along the right edge, light show-through from printing on the reverse, and a few trivial spots of blue ink to the top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $250)

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apollo 12 Flown Robbins medal “157,” from the collection of Skylab’s Ed Gibson 375. Apollo 12. Flown Apollo 12 Robbins Medal, approxi-

mately 1.25 diameter, with a raised design on the face of the Apollo 12 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved with the November 14, 1969, launch date, November 19, 1969, moon landing date, and November 24, 1969, return date. This medal is serial numbered “157.” Normal condition. Accompanied by a 2007 certificate of authenticity from Skylab III science pilot Ed Gibson that reads in part: “The Space Medallion…is from my personal collection…I have been its sole owner, and it has been in my possession since being acquired directly from the mission’s flight crew.”

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Flown flag from America’s second voyage to the lunar surface 376. Apollo 12. Flown printed fabric American flag, 6

x 4, flown aboard Apollo 12 during its flight to the moon.

Flag is affixed by its corners to a 9.75 x 12 presentation certificate which states “This flag sailed to the moon on Yankee Clipper, the second manned lunar landing. Apollo 12, November 14–24, 1969.” Signed at the bottom in black felt tip by crew members Charles Conrad, Dick Gordon, and Alan Bean. Flag also bears an inscription in an unknown hand, “To Gene—With best wishes.”

Small blocks of toning to corners of flag and certificate, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce flown ‘Wives-Pin’ Robbins medal from the collection of Sue Bean, one of just 22 made 377. Apollo 12. Rare flown Apollo 12 Robbins Medal,

approximately 1.25 diameter, with a raised design on the face of the Apollo 12 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved with the November 14, 1969, launch date, November 19, 1969, moon landing date, and November 24, 1969, return date. This medal is serial numbered “53” and has been converted into a pin with a silver pin-back added and with a diamond inset into the moon landing site. These medallions were modified in this manner by Alan Bean and his wife. Normal condition.

Accompanied by a 2001 letter of authenticity from Alan Bean’s wife, Sue Ragsdale Bean, which reads, in part: “This is to certify that the accompanying Apollo 12 silver Robbins medallion pin, bearing serial number 53, and set with a diamond within the Medallion’s depiction of the moon, originated from my personal space collection. This official Apollo 12 Robbins Medallion ‘Wives-Pin’ is one of only 22 identical examples in which Apollo 12 Medallions were officially converted to jewelry by the Robbins Jewelry Company…The historic emblem of mankind’s second lunar landing has remained a treasured part of my personal space collection.” This piece is additionally special as one of the Apollo 12 Robbins medallions struck using an ingot of silver from a shipwreck off the coast of Florida. Only the first 80 or so Apollo 12 medallions were made from that bar of silver. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

Two flown items certified by Alan Bean

378. Apollo 12. Flown printed fabric American flag, 6 x 4, signed in black ink, “Flown to the Moon, Apollo XII, Nov. 69, Alan Bean,”; a flown printed UN Space Treaty, 5.25 x 3, entitled “Treaty of the Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, Including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies,” signed in black felt tip, “Flown to the Moon, Alan Bean, Apollo XII, Nov ‘69”; and an Apollo XII mission patch affixed to a 7.25 x 5 gray mat, signed on the mat in black felt tip by Charles Conrad, Dick Gordon, and Alan Bean. All three are double matted together with a small plaque to an overall size of 18.75 x 15. In fine condition, with signature on flag a shade or two light, but still legible. A great combination of two flown items from man’s second moon landing. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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379. Alan Bean and Richard Gordon. A 9.5 x 9 swatch of Beta cloth, with a printed 3-inch diameter Apollo XII mission insignia in the center, signed in black ink, “Alan Bean,” and “Richard Gordon, Apollo XII.” In fine condition, with uneven edges and a bit of light spreading to both signatures. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

380. Apollo 12. A 4 x 4 swatch

of beta cloth with a three-inch diameter Apollo 12 mission insignia printed in the center. The Apollo 12 mission patch shows the crew’s Navy background as it features a clipper ship arriving at the moon.

The ship trails fire and flies the flag of the United States. The patch has four stars on it—one each for the three astronauts who flew the mission and one for Clifton Williams.

Williams was killed on October 5, 1967, after a mechanical failure caused the controls of his T-38 trainer to stop responding. He had been assigned to the back-up crew for what would be the Apollo 9 mission and would have most likely been assigned as Lunar Module pilot for Apollo 12. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling.

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381. Apollo 12. Flaw-

less commemorative cover honoring the Apollo 12, postmarked November 19, 1969, the date of the lunar landing, signed in black felt tip by Alan Bean, Charles Conrad, and Richard Gordon. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

383. Apollo 12. Apollo

12 Mission Report, 8.5 x 11, 16 pages. Report is full of photos, reports, and experiment results from the mission. Signed on the front cover in blue ink and felt tip by Alan Bean, Richard Gordon, and Charles Conrad.

In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $250)

382. Apollo 12. Color satin-finish

8 x 10 photo of the Apollo 12 lunar module descending to the moon’s surface, signed in gold ink, “Alan Bean, Apollo 12,” adding a small sketch and “Richard Gordon, Apollo XII,” and signed in silver ink, “Charles Conrad, Jr.” In fine condition, with some feathering to Conrad’s signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

384. Deke Slayton. Deke Slayton’s Lunar Receiving Laboratory badge. Laminated badge measures 2.5 x 3.75, with Slayton’s name printed in the center and stamped “12” under “Mission.” In fine condition, with a punch hole near top edge. Badges for the Lunar Receiving Laboratory are quite rare. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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385. Lunar Module Tie Down Strap. Flown lunar module tie

down strap from the Apollo 12 lunar module. Strap, serial #1146, measures 10.5˝ long, made of cloth, with a square of Velcro on each side as well as two sets of snaps. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Charles Conrad which states: “I, Charles Conrad, hereby state that Lot #209 (Tie Down Strap from the Apollo XII Lunar Module) featured in the Odyssey Auctions, February 27, 1994 catalog is authentic.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

386. Apollo 12. Ter-

rific color 8 x 10 NASA photo of the Apollo 12 crew posing in their spacesuits during training, signed in black felt tip by Charles Conrad, Alan Bean, and Richard Gordon. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

388. Apollo 12. Stunning color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Charles Conrad posing with the American flag on the lunar surface, signed in gold ink by Charles Conrad, Alan Bean, and Dick Gordon, with each adding their mission. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo of Bean taken at the time of signing. This particular signed image of Conrad on the moon is a scarce. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

12 CSM TEC star chart, 16 x 8, labeled at the bottom, “Preliminary, September 8, 1969.” Signed in silver ink, “Richard Gordon, Apollo XII CMP.” In fine condition, with some scattered soiling to edges. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $250)

From Walt Cunningham’s personal collection 387. Apollo 12. Immaculate color glossy 8 x 10 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo, of all three crew members posing in their white spacesuits next to a lunar lander during training, signed in black felt tip by Charles Conrad and Alan Bean, and signed in blue felt tip by Dick Gordon. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a letter from Walter Cunningham. This image heralds directly from Cunningham’s personal collection.

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apollo 13 Flown Robbins medal 390. Apollo 13. Flown Apollo 13 Robbins Medal, ap-

proximately 1.25 diameter, with a raised design on the face of the Apollo 13 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved with the full names of astronauts Jim Lovell, Fred Haise, and Jack Swigert, along with spacecraft names Aquarius and Odyssey, the April 11, 1970, launch date, and April 17, 1970, return date.

This medal is serial numbered “373.” Normal condition.

This item originated from the collection of Pete Conrad, and is accompanied by a letter of authenticity signed by Conrad, which reads, “This medallion, Serial No. 373, was carried aboard Apollo 13 by astronauts Jim Lovell, Jack Swigert, and Fred Haise on April 1970. It has been in my personal collection since.”

The Apollo 13 Robbins hold the distinction of being somewhat different than all of their other mission counterparts. Because of the last minute change to the crew (Jack Swigert for Ken Mattingly) all of the flown medals were melted down after the mission and new ones struck from the metal. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

Flag from “on board Apollo XIII during its flight and emergency return to Earth” 391. Apollo 13. Flown printed fabric American flag, 6 x 4, flown aboard Apollo 13 during its nearly fatal flight to the moon and dramatic return to Earth. Flag is affixed by its corners to a 10 x 12 certificate stating “This flag was on board Apollo XIII during its flight and emergency return to Earth,” and the certificate is signed in black felt tip by crew members James Lovell and Fred Haise, and also bears a pre-printed signature of Jack Swigert. In fine condition, with a light block of toning to each corner of the flag from adhesive on reverse. A prized relic from Apollo’s most harrowing mission. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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392. Apollo 13. Flown printed fabric American flag, 6 x 4,carried to the

moon on Apollo 13, affixed to a 9.75 x 11.75 color photocopy presentation certificate. Certificate states “This flag was on board Apollo XIII during its flight and emergency return to earth.” Certificate also bears facsimile signatures of James Lovell, Fred Haise, and Jack Swigert. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

393. Apollo 13. Flown fabric swatch, 1.5 x .75, flown aboard the Apollo 13 mission, affixed to a blue cardstock certificate, signed in black felt tip by James Lovell and Fred Haise, and bearing a printed signature of Jack Swigert. Presented to C. Lehmann, the certificate reads, in full: “A Piece of Aquarius (LM-7), Launched 4-11-70— Splashdown 4-17-70, Thanks for a Job Well Done! From the Apollo 13 Crew.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Large signed Beta cloth 394. James Lovell and Fred Haise. An 8 x 8 swatch of Beta cloth,

bearing a printed 3.25-inch diameter Apollo 13 mission emblem, signed above the emblem in permanent black felt tip, “James Lovell Apollo 13 CDR,” and “Fred Haise Apollo 13 LMP.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Haise’s CSM Systems training manual, notated by Haise and other important officials vital in the mission’s safe return, including Kranz, Liebergot, Windler, and Lovell “Did I hear you correctly?

You want the full smash!”

395. Apollo 13 CSM Systems Data Training Manual.

Fred Haise’s used Apollo 13 CSM Systems Data manual, 8.5 x 10.5, dated March 9, 1970. At over 46 pages in length, manual contains numerous tabbed folding diagrams and schematics, and is bound with three metal rings. Accompanied by a 2009 letter of authenticity from Fred Haise stating, in part: “This Apollo 13 CSM Systems Data book with thirty-nine pages of schematics and diagrams describing the operation of the Command/Service Module (CSM) was provided to me as a training reference prior to the liftoff of Apollo 13 to the Moon. A CSM Systems Data book has schematics that describe the inner workings of the spacecraft in the event of a system failure such as the many we endured during our mission. During the Apollo Program, NASA’s policy allowed astronauts to keep training manuals and equipment from their mission preparation as personal mementos, and I accordingly chose to include the CSM Systems Data book among mine. This CSM Systems DATA book has remained a treasured part of my personal space collection for forty years.”

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Signed on the front cover: “Used in training for Apollo 13-Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP.” In 1970, Haise wrote his last name in block capitals in the upper right corner of front cover. Additionally, the manual is signed again by Haise on the pull-out schematic of the CSM–LM Electrical Interface, “We were 200,000 miles out and boom! Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP.” The manual also is a treasure trove of signatures and direct quotes from the key individuals involved in the rescue of the Apollo 13 crew. Other signatures include: on page 1 of the Flight Data File, “We didn’t have a mission rule for this situation, but we made it back anyway! Gerry Griffin, ‘Gold Flight’”; on the reverse of the same page, “‘Failure is not an option!’ Gene Kranz, Flight Director–Apollo XIII.”; on a further functions page by Communications Director Ed Fendell, “I think the biggest thing I saw coming out of Apollo 13 was really learning how to follow the test data.”; on a pull-out schematic of Sequential Power Distribution, “Milton Windler, Maroon Flight ‘Capcom, Tell him to turn off the lights’”; on the Power Distribution schematic “The right console instruments and system monitoring was my CSM job. Edgar Mitchell Apollo 14”; “I think we’ve had an instrumentation problem, Flight. (NOT!) Sy Liebergot, Apollo 13 EECOM”; “Did I hear you correctly? You want the full smash! James Lovell, Apollo 13”; “’Ok 13, we’ve got lots and lots of people working on this, we’ll give you some dope as soon as we have it, and you’ll be the first to know…’ Jack Lousma, Apollo 13 CAPCOM, 13 April 1970”; “Obviously there was a lot of concern. The Apollo 13 mission was a week of intense activity in mission control. I remember we worked hard on the LM burns and entry prep on my shifts. Vance Brand, Apollo 13 CAPCOM, ASTP PLT, STS-5, 41B & 35 CDR”; “’Ah, Houston we’ve had a problem!’ James Lovell, Apollo 13 Commander”; “Jerry Bostick, Flight Dynamic Officer—FDO, We were the ground pilots!”; “Odyssey, Houston, standing by...Joe Kerwin, Apollo XIII CAPCOM”; In fine condition, with expected handling wear and scattered soiling and foxing to front cover. Interesting enough as Haise’s used training manual, the additions of extra signatures and insight from others involved in the successful return of Apollo 13 elevate this item to a level of high desirability. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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396. James Lovell and Fred Haise. Apol-

lo 13 Mission Director’s Briefing, 8.5 x 11, 48 pages, bound by two zip ties, dated “For Release…Monday, March 2, 1970.” Briefing has a complete transcript of the meeting discussing the particulars of the mission, as well as a preliminary timeline of the mission. Signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “James Lovell, Apollo 13,” and “Fred Haise, Apollo 13.” Some light toning and creasing to cover, as well as a couple of rusty staple holes, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

397. James Lovell.

Apollo Flight Data File LM Timeline booklet, 8.5 x 11, featuring 34 stapled pages of detailed and complex graphs, illustrations, and information regarding the Apollo 13 mission, signed on the front in blue ink, “James Lovell, Apollo 13.” Some light creasing, light rippling along the top edge, a crease to the bottom left corner, three binder holes along the left edge, and some mild brushing to the first letter of the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

399. James Lovell and Edgar Mitchell. A two-page

segment of a microfilmed bible carried to the lunar surface in the space suit of Lunar Module Pilot Ed Mitchell.

The bible was produced by the Apollo Prayer League, a group of NASA engineers, scientists, administrators, and astronauts.

The project was headed by Rev. John Stout, who worked closely with the astronauts and NASA personnel. The microfilm segment contains two pages of the King James Bible, which can easily be read under a microscope and represents the first and still only Bible that ever flew to the lunar surface. The microfilmed section is presented on a serial numbered 4.25 x 6 informational sheet, signed in black ballpoint, “James Lovell, Apollo 13,” and “Edgar Mitchell, Apollo 14.” Sheet also bears a presentation most likely written by Stout. In fine condition. The Bible was originally slated to fly to the moon on Apollo 12, but a mistake on the lunar landing checklist resulted in the bible orbiting the moon in the Command Module. It was then placed on board Apollo 13, but due to a near-catastrophic explosion, the crew did not reach the moon, and instead returned to Earth. The bibles were then given to Apollo 14 Lunar Module Pilot Edgar Mitchell who stowed the Bibles in his PPK bag and landed them safely on the moon February 5, 1971, on board lunar module Antares. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

398. James Lovell and Edgar Mitchell. A 50-page segment of a microfilmed bible carried to the lunar surface in the space suit of Lunar Module Pilot Ed Mitchell. The bible was produced by the Apollo Prayer League, a group of NASA engineers, scientists, administrators, and astronauts.

The project was headed by Rev. John Stout, who worked closely with the astronauts and NASA personnel. The microfilm segment contains 50 pages of the King James Bible, which can easily be read under a microscope and represents the first and still only Bible that ever flew to the lunar surface. The microfilmed section is presented on a serial numbered 5 x 7 informational sheet, signed in black ballpoint, “James Lovell, Apollo 13,” and “Edgar Mitchell, Apollo 14.” In fine condition. The Bible was originally slated to fly to the moon on Apollo 12, but a mistake on the lunar landing checklist resulted in the bible orbiting the moon in the Command Module. It was then placed on board Apollo 13, but due to a near-catastrophic explosion, the crew did not reach the moon, and instead returned to Earth. The bibles were then given to Apollo 14 Lunar Module Pilot Edgar Mitchell who stowed the Bibles in his PPK bag and landed them safely on the moon February 5, 1971, on board lunar module Antares. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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400 400. Apollo 13. Flown hatch plug from the Apollo 13 command

module Odyssey, approximately .75 x .5, recovered after splashdown.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Dick Williamson that reads in part: “This plug is one of several that are removed from certain areas of the spacecraft in order to gain access to deactivate systems/ functions. This was done after the spacecraft was recovered aboard USS Iwo Jima in the South Pacific.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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401. Apollo 13. Fragments from the ablative aft heat shield of the command module Odyssey, exposed to temperatures of over 3000°F, originally affixed to a certificate of authenticity of Havekotte. Accompanied by the Havekotte certificate. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

402. Apollo 13. Four different flown swatches of material cut from one of the three ringsail main parachutes that slowed the Odyssey’s decent as it splashed down on the Pacific Ocean, with all four affixed to an informational sheet and certificate of authenticity from Ken Havekotte. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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403. Apollo 13. An approximately 1 x 1.5 swatch of backing re-

straint material removed from Commander Jim Lovell’s spacecraft couch aboard the Apollo 13 command module ‘Odyssey.’ Swatch is encased in a curved acryllic cylinder measuring 4 x 2.25. Bottom has an encased Apollo 13 color seal indicating material was originally presented by the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Max Ary, president of the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

403 404. Apollo 13. Collection of 16 pieces of pre-flight information for the Apollo 13 mission. Items include six press releases, three fact sheets, a memorandum, a brochure, and press kits from Harris Communications Technology, Teledyne, Westinghouse News, RCA News, and Western Union International. In very good condition, with scattered toning and handling wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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405. Apollo 13. An unused NASA Manned Spacecraft Center Stamp Club Official commemorative cover, with a cachet of the Apollo 13 mission insignia, signed in black felt tip by original crew members James Lovell, Ken Mattingly, and Fred Haise. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and foxing. Accompanied by an unsigned 10 x 8 NASA crew photo. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

407. Apollo 13. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of the Apollo 13 space vehicle rolling out to the launch pad, signed in black felt tip by James Lovell, Fred Haise, and Ken Mattingly, with Lovell and Haise adding “Apollo 13.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

406. Apollo 13. Three photos: color 8 x 10 NASA photo of James Lovell posing in his white spacesuit before a cosmic background, signed in black felt tip; a color semi-glossy 7.25 x 9.75 photo of Jack Swigert posing in his white spacesuit with a model of a lunar lander, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Chuck Graham, with warmest personal wishes to a longtime friend, Jack Swigert, Apollo 13”; and a color satin-finish 8 x 10 of Haise geared up in his white spacesuit and helmet, signed in blue felt tip, “Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP.” In fine condition, with a few faint surface marks and dings lightly affecting Swigert’s facial area, and trimmed edges. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Handsome ‘red-numbered’ NASA image of the resilient Apollo 13 crew from Cunningham’s personal collection 408. Apollo 13. Desirable color glossy 10 x 8 ‘rednumbered’ NASA photo of the three sharply-dressed crew members posing before a cosmic background with a lunar globe, signed in black felt tip by James Lovell, Jack Swigert, and Fred Haise. In very fine condition.

Accompanied by a letter from Walter Cunningham. This beautiful image comes directly from Cunningham’s personal collection. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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409. Apollo 13. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of the Apollo 13 crew enjoying

a raucous welcome home, featuring an Apollo XIII mission emblem affixed to the bottom left corner, signed in black felt tip by Jack Swigert and James Lovell, and signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Michael, Best wishes, Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP.” In fine condition, with slight contrast to Lovell’s signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

410. Fred Haise. Nice 8 x 10 NASA photo of Haise, dressed in a suit

and tie, and posing with a model rocket, signed in black felt tip, “Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

411. Fred Haise. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Haise posing in

his white spacesuit against a celestial background, signed in blue felt tip, “Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP, Enterprise CDR.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases, and some light contrast to the signature and inscription. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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412. Fred Haise and Gene Kranz. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Kranz watching an image of Fred Haise on a large screen at mission control, signed in black felt tip by Kranz and Haise, adding “Apollo 13 LMP.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 413. Apollo 13 Mission Control. Terrific satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of a celebratory mission control personnel, capturing Gerry Griffin giving a vigorous thumbs up with a cigar in his mouth, signed in black felt tip by Griffin, Gene Kranz, and Glynn Lunney. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $250) 414. Gene Kranz. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of the Apollo 13 launch,

signed in black felt tip, “The Start of a Triumphant Ending! Gene Kranz, ‘White’ Flight, Apollo XIII.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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416. Gene Kranz. Unique color glossy 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of the Apollo 13 mission control room, jam-packed with celebratory personnel, signed in the top border in black felt tip, “Apollo XIII—’Mission Accomplished!’ Gene Kranz, ‘Flight.’” In fine condition, with a few trivial crease. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

419. James Lovell. Fantastic color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Lovell posing in his white spacesuit before a cosmic background, beautifully signed in blue felt tip, “Houston we have a problem, James Lovell, Apollo 13.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

417. Gene Kranz. Color glossy 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of mission control, signed in the top border in black felt tip, “Apollo XIII Mission Control! Gene Kranz, ‘Flight’ 1970.” In very good condition, with scattered mild surface creasing, and a few trivial spots towards the top left corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

420. James Lovell. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of the damaged

418. James Lovell. Color vintage 7 x 7 photo of one of the Apollo

421. Apollo 13. Original hand-drawn one panel storyboard for the Apollo 13 film on an off-white 11 x 8.5 sheet. Notated “Sc. 147-A,” scene depicts the Apollo 13 command module spinning through space after the explosion. Affixed caption underneath reads, “Jim (O.S.) I can’t get this doggone roll out….” In fine condition, with three punch holes to top edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

11 crew members working by the LM on the lunar surface, affixed to its original 10.75 x 14 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black ink “To: the ‘other’ Marilyn—Thanks for all your help! James Lovell, Apollo 8, Apollo 13, Paris, 20 Aug. 1969.” In fine condition, with uniform fading to signature and inscription, all of which remains totally legible, and light black ink added over the missions listed. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Apollo 13 service module, signed in silver ink, “Houston, we’ve had a problem. We’ve had a main B bus undervolt, James Lovell, Apollo 13 Commander.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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apollo 14 Flown to the moon Robbins medal with first-known and rare certification from Apollo 14 Commander Alan Shepard 422. Apollo 14. Flown Apollo 14 Robbins medal, approximately 1.5 diameter, with a raised design on the face of the Apollo 14 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved with the full names of astronauts Alan B. Shepard, Stuart A. Roosa, and Edgar D. Mitchell, along with the January 31, 1971, launch date, February 5, 1971, moon landing date, and February 9, 1971, return date. This medal is serial numbered “220” along the rim. In normal condition, with a bit of light tarnishing around the rim. Accompanied by a 1996 letter of authenticity signed by Alan Shepard, which states: “This is to verify that the accompanying silver medal, the insignia of the flight of Apollo 14, was flown to the moon on board the spacecraft during the time period of January 31 until February 9, 1971. It bears the serial number of 220.” Also accompanied by a similar photocopied letter. Remarkably scarce flight-flown mementos such as this—particularly one flown to the moon and with astronaut certification—seldom find their way to the marketplace. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

Flown to Fra Mauro 423. Apollo 14. Flown printed fabric American flag, 6

x 4, flown aboard Apollo 14 during its flight to the moon.

Flag is affixed by its corners to a 10 x 12 certificate stating “This flag was carried to the moon on the Apollo 14 mission to Fra Mauro,” and signed in black felt tip by crew members Alan Shepard, Stuart Roosa, and Ed Mitchell.

Certificate is also inscribed in black ink by Roosa “To Gene—Best wishes from Apollo 14.” In fine condition, with small squares of toning to each corner of flag from adhesive on reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Mitchell brings King Arthur and the songs of Camelot into lunar orbit 424. Edgar Mitchell. Flown cassette tape and case carried into

lunar orbit by Edgar Mitchell. Scotch C-60 cassette was dubbed with music from the stage play Camelot and bears a serial number “S/N 1100.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Mitchell, which reads, in part: “This letter is to certify that the accompanying audio cassette tape bearing music from the stage play ‘Camelot’ was personally dubbed by me from the primary recordings of the several artists and carried into lunar orbit aboard the spacecraft Kittyhawk during the Apollo 14 mission to the Fra Mauro Highlands region of the moon. It was one of four such cassettes in my personal preference kit, all of which served the dual purpose of providing entertainment during the six days in transit between the earth and the moon, plus a back up recording device for personal observations in the event of equipment failure of primary transmission devices.” In fine condition, with some light wear and foxing to labels. The Camelot music was a tribute to John F. Kennedy, whose all too brief administration was referred to as ‘Camelot.’ One of the more original and unusual flown Apollo items. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Mitchell’s flown and used sleeping goggles from Apollo 14, one of the larger worn artifacts you will find 425. Edgar Mitchell. Edgar Mitchell’s flown

and used Apollo 14 Command Module sleeping goggles, flown to the moon aboard the Kitty Hawk during the Apollo 14 mission. Goggles consist of two circular purple ultraviolet lenses set into a black leather mask-type holder which slipped over the face to cover the eyes, with an adjustable strap to the edges. Goggles come in a wooden presentation box along with a color 10 x 8 signed NASA photo of the Apollo 14 LM on the lunar surface, signed in silver ink by Mitchell. Accompanied by a 2002 letter of authenticity signed

by Mitchell, which reads, in part: “This is to certify that the accompanying Apollo 14 Command Module Sleeping Goggles were used by me aboard the Command Module ‘Kitty Hawk’ during Apollo 14…During our sleep periods, we used window shades to block the sun’s intense glare from our cabin. However, one astronaut also stood watch as the other two slept while leaving the cabin lights on, and these goggles, with their purple ultraviolet lenses, helped me sleep in our brightly lit cabin. Over the course of their journey, these goggles traveled over one million miles through deep space, achieved speeds approaching 25,000 mph, and orbited the moon thirty-four times!…I chose to retain these Goggles for my personal space collection, where they have remained since 1971…

Today, my Sleeping Goggles remain one of the larger Apollo mission-flown artifacts actually worn by an astronaut during one of the first lunar-landing missions.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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426. Apollo 14. A

Incredible Apollo 14 mission flown lunar safety line

one-inch long piece of safety line used in the Apollo 14 lunar mission. The line is encapsulated on a 4 x 2.5 card, which reads: “Presented in appreciation of your role in Apollo 14’s success.

This small portion of the lunar surface safety line was carried by the astronauts on the moon’s surface February 5–6, 1971.” The card shows a picture of the liftoff of the Apollo 14 mission, and the names and dates of the participants, Alan B. Shepard, Jr., Edgar D. Mitchell, and Stuart A. Roosa. Card is framed along with a color NASA 10 x 8 photo of the crew, bearing printed signatures of all three astronauts and with an Apollo 14 mission emblem sticker, to an overall size of 14 x 11.75.

The Lunar Surface Safety Line was a 100 foot long cord designed to be used in an emergency to allow one astronaut to pull another to safety.

Despite the overall 100 foot size of the line, very few examples appear on the market. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

427. Alan Shepard. A

piece of basaltic lava from Shepard’s training in Hawaii, originally acquired by a friend of the Shepards who was in the employ of the Shepard family for more than 35 years. Small black sample has a gold triangular loop through one end of it. Accompanied by a photocopy of the analysis of the rock, as well as an unsigned ‘red-numbered’ NASA 8 x 10 photo of Shepard training in Hawaii, scooping soil, with a Modular Equipment Transporter (MET) ‘Rickshaw’ equipment carrier strapped to his back. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

428. Apollo 14. Unsigned 9 x 9 swatch of Beta cloth with a printed 4-inch diameter Apollo 14 mission emblem in the center. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

429. Alan Shepard. A 7.5 x 2.5 strip of beta cloth, bearing the printed name, “A. Shepard,” in the center.

This piece may be a sample piece made by the technician before he actually placed the names on the space suits. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“OUR BRAVE APOLLO CREW, 1971”: Unique schoolchildren’s scrapbook presented to Alan Shepard after the celebrated success of the Apollo 14 mission 430. Alan Shepard. Original scrapbook presented to Alan Shepard by the children of Manchester [Vermont] Elementary School following his flight on the Apollo 14 mission, 1971. The scrapbook comprises approximately 150 18 x 12 pages to which the students have affixed original letters, poems, drawings, clippings related to the mission, and more. The contents are introduced by a letter to Shepard from teacher John Slade: “I am writing this letter to praise you and the others connected with the Apollo 14 mission. We are all very proud and proud to be Americans. The triumph of our Space Program encouraged all of my classes in the fifth and sixth grade Social Studies to compile this album as a gift to you, Mrs. Shepard, and your family…. Congratulations on your remarkable feat, which has given all of us a tremendous patriotic spirit….”

The drawings exhibit a charming and imaginative variety of images related to the mission, including the astronauts themselves, various spacecraft, reimagined mission logos, American flags (in a variety of colors and configurations), and a number of fanciful and highly amusing narrative scenes. In one, the astronauts fish through an open window of the capsule while waiting to be picked up after splashdown; in another, one mouse sadly observes to his pal, “I always want to go to the moon, but I don’t now, they stomped on all the cheese!”

The students’ prose and poetry is no less engaging. Many examples vividly recall some of the more memorable incidents of the mission, as in Michael Senecal’s observation that “That golf ball must of really flew. I wish my father could hit one like that….” (Indeed, Shepard’s famous golf drive from the lunar surface was the clear winner among the students’ favorite recollections.) Other moments are documented

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with equal enthusiasm, as in a carefully rhymed account by Kenneth Howard: “At Cape Kennedy there was a bang / Of course it couldn’t be, the spacemen drink Tang…. They then were sailing through the air / President Nixon said ‘look up there!’ / Apollo Fourteen landed in the sea / with a great big splash the shape of a V.” Jay Lombardy confesses that his father isn’t cut out for the rigors of the space program: “My father said you must go crazy with all the buttons you have to push and all the training.” Perhaps recalling the recent harrowing near-disaster of Apollo 13, Rocky Greene hints at the apprehension that attended the mission right up until its successful completion: “Then you’ll see a big splash / and you’ll hear a big bash. / Then you’ll see them come out / After the big doubt.” Though Debbie Frost breezily admits that “I don’t know much about space,” Kathleen Bouchard expresses a surprising maturity and awareness of some troubling issues of the day: “On one hand it is good to go to the moon because it helps scientists research.

And it might help the world someday, but on the other hand it is bad because it costs a lot of money and we could use that money to stop the war, to stop the pollution, and other problems we have….” Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the daughter of the original owner, who was in the employ of the Shepard family for more than 35 years.

In very good condition, with the expected wear to the homemade covers, scattered toning, soiling, and light wear to interior, and tears to some of the oversized clippings. Accompanied by a letter of provenance, stating that the collector had been a former employee at the Shepard household from 1952 through 1988, during which time she received a number of items directly from his parents, this scrapbook being amongst them. A unique document brimming with young America’s fascination with space travel! RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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431. Alan Shepard. Col-

lection of 11 items relating to Shepard’s space career, all obtained by a family friend of the Shepards who was in the employ of the Shepard family for more than 35 years.

Items include: a Liberty Bell 7 booklet issued by NASA’s Space Task group; an unissued honorary astronaut certificate, bearing a printed signature; an Apollo 14 ‘press’ sticker; a souvenir Apollo 14 mission patch; an Apollo 14 button; a Freedom 7 war bond pamphlet; and an album of the recording of Shepards space flight issued by CBS News.

In fine overall condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

433. Alan Shepard. Gold

ink signature on a black 4 x 1.75 card. Matted with a color glossy photo of Shepard on the moon, to an overall size of 14 x 15. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

434.

Alan Shepard. Gold

ink signature on a black 4 x 1.75 card. Matted with a color glossy photo of Shepard holding the American flag on the lunar surface, to an overall size of 14 x 15. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

435. Alan Shepard. Gold

432. Alan Shepard. Collection of approximately 200 photos, al-

most all 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, including some press and NASA photos, spanning Shepard’s naval career, as well as his Mercury and Apollo missions. Of particular note are nine photos of Shepard and his wife at a White House ceremony with President John F. Kennedy and Vice President Johnson. A couple of the photos show Shepard and Kennedy on a stand outside the White House, with fellow Mercury 7 astronauts Wally Schirra and Gordon Cooper also visible. Photos were acquired by a friend of the Shepards who was in the employ of the Shepard family for more than 35 years. In fine overall condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

ink signature on a black 4 x 1.75 card. Matted with a color glossy photo featuring one of Shepard’s famed lunar golf swings, to an overall size of 14 x 15. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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339 437 436. Edgar Mitchell. Crisp satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Mitchell standing beside the flag on the lunar surface, signed in blue felt tip, “Edgar Mitchell, Apollo 14, 6th man on the moon.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 437. Edgar Mitchell. Two photos: color 10 x 8 NASA photo of Mitchell posing in his white spacesuit before a wall-sized Apollo 14 emblem, signed in black felt tip; and a color satin-finish 8 x 10 of Mitchell standing next to the flag on the lunar surface, signed in silver ink, “Edward Mitchell, Apollo 14.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 438. Alan Shepard. ANS signed “Al Shepard,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Department of the Air Force letterhead, no date. Note written by Shepard at the bottom of a memo to Master Sergeant Joe Garino, stamp-dated August 18, 1967. Memo reads, in part “The attached DAF, Hq., 1100th Air Base Wing, Special Order AA-1955, 1 September 1967, announcing your promotion to Master Sergeant, is forwarded for your personal file.”

At the bottom, Shepard writes, “Joe—Sorry, this won’t impress your hand ball opponents—congrats!” In fine condition, with two punch and staple holes to top edge and a bit of trivial soiling. Accompanied by a photocopy of a letter of provenance from Garino. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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441 439. Apollo 14. Captivating glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo

14 recovery, signed in blue felt tip by Alan Shepard and Edgar Mitchell, who adds “Apollo 14 LMP,” and signed in black felt tip by Stuart Roosa, adding “Apollo 14 CMP.” In fine condition, with scattered light surface marks and a trivial bend to the bottom right corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

440. Alan Shepard. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of Shepard holding the American flag on the moon, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Gillici and Stoney, with my personal regards—Alan Shepard.”

Toning and scattered mild areas of surface loss along the edges from previous display, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 441. Alan Shepard and Edgar Mitchell. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the lift-off of Apollo 14, signed in black felt tip, “Third Lunar Exploration, Edgar Mitchell, January 31, 1971,” and “Apollo 14 liftoff, Alan Shepard.” In fine condition, with trivial creasing to top edge. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A comedic inscription from Shepard to himself, “With compliments,” along with well-wishes from Sinatra and Iacocca 442. Alan Shepard. Star-studded vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Shepard, Frank Sinatra, and Lee Iacocca sporting tuxedos at a formal event, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Alan Shepard, with my compliments! Alan Shepard,” also signed and inscribed by Sinatra in the bottom border in blue ink, “For Alan, All the best, Frank Sinatra,” additionally by Iacocca, adding “To The Admiral—All best wishes, Lee,” and one other. In very good condition, with uniform crazing, a paperclip impression to the top left corner, a trivial area of spotting over the inscription, and slightly irregular ink adhesion to the signatures and inscriptions due to the texture of the finish. A truly unique gathering of eclectic icons! Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I feel that it would be delightful to meet with the other eleven lunar astronauts as you have suggested” 443. Alan Shepard. TLS signed “Alan,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Coors letterhead, May 19, 1977. Letter to fellow astronaut Jim Irwin. In full: “I apologize for the delay in answering your letter of April 21, 1977, but it was misdirected and I received it just today. I feel that it would be delightful to meet with the other eleven lunar astronauts as you have suggested. I am sure that it will be an engaging social experience and perhaps productive toward some goal of mutual interest. I feel that it should be a meeting which is not publicized to any degree so that we may indeed meet without the benefit of the press. I expect that your suggestion that wives should not be included is a good one. I can provide my own air transportation to the resort which you suggest and could bring two or three others should that be helpful. Given a two or three month notice, I could meet any date which would be amendable to the rest. My warmest regards and best wishes for a full recovery.” In fine condition, with a couple staple holes to top left. Shepard may be making reference to a reunion of Apollo astronauts at the Johnson Space Center on August 22, 1978, attended by Shepard, Armstrong, Aldrin, Collins, Cernan, and others. Correspondence between astronauts is not readily available. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Flown Robbins medal from Pete Conrad’s collection

444. Apollo 15. Flown Apollo 15 Robbins Medal, approximately 1.5 diameter, with a raised design on the face of the Apollo 15 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved “Man’s Flight Through Life Is Sustained By The Power Of His Knowledge” along with the July 26, 1971, launch date, July 30, 1971, moon landing date, and August 7, 1971, return date. This medal is serial numbered “072” along the rim. Normal condition.

Medal originates from the collection of Pete Conrad, and is accompanied by a letter of authenticity signed

by Conrad which states: “This medallion, (serial # 072) was carried aboard Apollo XV by astronauts Dave Scott, Jim Irwin, and Al Worden during their mission, July 26–August 7, 1971. It has been in my personal collection since then.” Up to Apollo 15, the entire run of medallions were carried on each flight, until the misspelling of Apennines (as Appeninnes) led to a batch being sent back to the company to be re-struck. Unfortunately this could not be done in time for the launch which meant that only 127 of the 304 medallions were flown. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

Flown flag from the first J–mission 445. Apollo 15. Flown printed fabric American flag, 6

x 4, flown aboard Apollo 15 during its flight to the moon.

Flag is affixed by its corners to a 10 x 12 certificate stating “This flag was flown aboard the first extended scientific exploration of the moon,” and signed in black felt tip by crew members Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. Small squares of toning to each corner of flag from adhesive on reverse, as well as blocks of toning to each corner of certificate, otherwise fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Apollo 15–flown flag “carried to the surface of the moon” 446. Dave Scott. Flown printed fabric American flag, 5.25 x 4, flown to the lunar surface on board Apollo 15. Flag is signed in blue ballpoint, “Carried to the surface of the moon aboard Apollo 15. Dave Scott, DRS Aug 71.” In fine condition. An excellent flown relic from perhaps the most difficult-to-obtain living moonwalker! Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“Flown to the moon on Apollo 15, Al Worden CMP” 447. Al Worden. Flown printed American flag, 6 x 4, flown onboard Apollo 15, signed on a white stripe in black felt tip,

“Flown to the moon on Apollo 15, Al Worden CMP.” Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Al Worden, which reads, in part: “I hereby certify that the United States flag included with this letter and marked with my signature and flight number went to the moon aboard Apollo 15 in the spacecraft ‘Endeavour.’ It remained in the command module during the lunar orbit phase of the flight. It has been in my personal possession since then.” In fine condition. A very desirable astronaut-certified flown artifact. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Apollo 15’s ‘lunar license plate’ carried by Scott for over 17 miles on the lunar surface 448. Apollo 15 License Plate. Flown aluminum plate, 1.25 x .75, marked

with the registration number “LRV 001”, with “MOON” as the home state, the year 1971, and the NASA and Boeing logos. Boeing was the prime contractor for the Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV) and they manufactured a small number of these mini plates for the first Lunar Rover. Astronaut Dave Scott carried them in his space suit knee pocket on all three lunar EVAs. Plate is affixed to a small black sheet which in turn is affixed to a 17 x 13.5 mount, with a caption reading, “This license plate was carried aboard the first manned lunar rover vehicle during the entire exploration of the Hadley Apennine July 30–August 2, 1971,” as well as an Apollo 15 mission patch and an original color 9.5 x 8 photo of the lunar rover in action on the lunar surface during the mission. Mount is signed and inscribed under the photo, “To [name has been blacked out] with best personal regards from crew of Apollo 15 and our thanks for your contribution to the success of our mission, Jim Irwin,” “Dave Scott,” and “Al Worden.” In fine condition, with some scattered light toning and soiling to mount, and silvering to photo.

This plate, one of only an estimated 15 total, were prepackaged in a pack smaller than a pack of gum, which was stowed in the left knee pocket of Scott’s space suit before the launch and remained there until after his return to Earth. They were in space for 12 days, 7 hours from launch to splashdown. More importantly, they spent nearly 67 hours on the moon, including 18h 30m of EVAs, and were carried on LRV itself for around 17 miles across the lunar surface. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Large flown LM stowage bag soiled with lunar dust 449. Apollo 15. Large Apollo 15 lunar module stowage bag, used for the temporary storage of lunar samples and soiled with lunar dust from the Hadley-rille region of the moon. Beta cloth bag measures approximately 29 x 18.5. Bag has a two-zipper large storage compartment which is soiled inside with lunar dust. Smaller compartments on the outside are labeled “PGA Drink Bags,” “Temp Stow Bag,” and “Utility Light.” Each zippered compartment is covered with a Velcro flap. Bag also has four brown adjustable brown straps with a clip at each end. Bag also has two solid metal clips. There are two tags attached to one of the loops. The first is a yellow parts removal tag from the Space Division, North American Rockwell Corporation, filled in by an employee identifying the model number V36-3, Stowage Bag (LM) and dated October 13, 1971, and a smaller handwritten label which reads, “Lunar Module Storage Bag Apollo 15, P.N. NPL; White, large, dirty. Transfer.”

by Several Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum inventory stamps, inspection numbers and finally dated “10/13/71”…The Apollo 15 crew used this large bag to return ‘excessive’ quantities of lunar samples. This bag was originally to be left on the lunar surface with the whole host of other items marked for disposal. This bag was then stored in the Lunar Module, transferred to the Command Module and then returned back to earth with those ‘excessive’ amounts of lunar samples.”

Accompanied by a January 22, 1996 letter from a staff agent of the Mascoutah Aerospace Museum, which reads, in part: “I am transferring to you, the large flown Apollo 15 Lunar Module stowage bag.

This Lunar Module bag was part of a larger collection of flown Apollo artifacts, acquired by the Mascoutah Aerospace Museum. This flown Apollo 15 beta material bag can be identified in the following ways:

This large, LM temporary stowage bag represents a rare opportunity to own a complete and important lunar surface artifact. Flown items from any moon mission are highly desirable, but lunar surface items of this size and quality that have been soiled from exposure to lunar dust even more so. Owning any stand-alone moon rock or fragment is illegal, making this bag and its trace amounts of lunar soiling from the Hadley-rille region as close to owning a moon rock as possible.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

On the back panel is a faint Smithsonian ‘NASM’ ink inventory stamp…It is also marked with a large yellow parts removal tag…It is identified with the ‘Removal Number #769,’…this is then followed

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Vast personal archive from Jim Irwin, including 80 handwritten pages for his book, describing his moonwalk, spacecraft design, the cover scandal, and multiple other topics 450. James Irwin. A large and personal archive of personal papers

from Apollo 15 Lunar Module pilot and moonwalker James Irwin. Collection includes portions of his handwritten manuscript for his book, speech notes and corrections, biblical quotes, travel itineraries, and presentation notes, some correspondence to and from Irwin, as well as newspaper clippings, magazine articles, clipped photos, and approximately four years of daily planners, well used by Irwin to track his day-to-day activities.

The focal point of the archive is the 80 pages of handwritten manuscript, some of which was the inspiration for portions of More Than Earthlings, on 8.5 x 11 lined yellow sheets. Irwin has filled most of the sheets continuing on the reverse on many of the pages. In these pages, Irwin writes of his mission, his family, his faith, the Apollo 15 cover scandal, and life after NASA. The manuscript includes the following excerpts: In response to the question, “Is there color on the moon,” Irwin writes: “We saw the moon from afar and also very close. As we flew to the moon, it was completely dark—new moon. On the backside, we fired the rocket engine to slow us down…We saw the moon just 60 miles below us and it was awesome. There were mountains, valleys, wide plains and craters everywhere…There were the long shadows typical of the terminator conditions…When Dave and I arrived on the surface, we were surprised at the variety of color…From the front window of the lunar module, we could see a coal black rock sitting on the surface. The next day when we made our grand entrance on the moon surface, we collected that black rock. We found the pure white rock on the slope of the Appenine Mts and shortly after that discovery I announced the green rocks. So we did not find any green cheese there, but we did find green rocks.”

feeling much at home. I felt light because of the new environment where gravity is only 1/6. The physical sensation was similar to being on a trampoline. Directly overhead was the earth. It was a half earth and about the size of a marble. It was a blue jewel in the blackness of space and seemed so far away.”

“How do you feel when you look at the moon? I do regard it differently since I was there. When it is full, I can easily spot Hadley Base…I can easily see where I spent my vacation in the summer of 1971. As I gaze at the moon, I feel a part of it because part of me is still there.”

Irwin also writes several pages regarding the controversy of the unauthorized covers carried on board the mission. In part: “We were accused after the flight of taking unauthorized items. This subject is worthy of an entire chapter in this book…Since there was such great interest in the envelopes, we decided to carry an additional quantity…

We had done our part and now we were relying on the Germans to do their part. What a shock!…the news headlines announced that Apollo 15 astronauts had carried envelopes that were now on sale for $1000 each. Imagine our reaction!…The fat, our fat, was in the fire!…Deke was angry…We had been thrown to the lions…I am convinced that our unauthorized envelopes were the result of oversight by those assigned to inventory flight albums.”

Irwin also provides a handwritten list of his PPK items, including what he carried with him in the pocket of his spacesuit, a second kit on the lunar module that was never transferred back to the command module and therefore impacted on the moon after jettison, the whirlwind publicity tour after their landing, his ticker tape parade after the mission, his religious beliefs, and many other interesting topics in the manuscript.

-”Why land in the water when the Soviets recover on land?” “First I should point out that we can recover on land if that is absolutely necessary…The spacecraft could withstand the landing shock and they say the crew could also bear the shock. When the Apollo concept was developed, we were a little concerned about booster capability.

We knew if the command module was designed for primarily water impact, the craft could be designed much lighter. Then there is the concern about a flat area for recovery. The Soviets have a vast area, but we do not have that much flat area other than the wheat fields of the mid-west. I can imagine the reaction of a farmer if we landed a red hot sizzling command module in his wheat or corn field. There is a feeling of confidence when returning from the moon and knowing that you have the entire Pacific Ocean to aim for.”

Other items included in the archive are: two color 10 x 8 NASA photos of Irwin on the lunar surface, each signed in black felt tip and bearing a pre-printed sentiment; carbons of correspondence between Iwrin and the National Transportation Safety Board attempting to obtain his airman medical certification and the subsequent appeals after being denied due to his heart condition; several pages of handwritten biblical quotations; other hand-notated speech typescripts and notes, including quotes from Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson, Ray Bradbury, William Penn, Henry Lee, Werner von Braun, and Plato; a telegram sent to Irwin inviting him to the Apollo 4 test; an unsigned handwritten letter of thanks for sent flowers; filled-in daily planners for 1973, and 76–78; and lots of clipped news articles, photos, newsletters, and magazine articles.

A notated typed transcript reads, in part: “Col. Irwin, what does it feel like in space?…Being on the surface of the moon did feel much different than being on earth. I had the sense of belonging there and

A spectacular collection of firsthand information and opinions from the moonwalker, worthy of much further research. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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One of just 49 flown two dollar bills

451. Apollo 15. Rare flown Series 1953 B two dollar bill, flown on board the Apollo 15 Command Module as one of 49 two-dollar bills, carried by Dave Scott in his PPK kit. Signed on the portrait side in black ballpoint, “Flown to the Moon on Apollo 15, Al Worden, Apollo 15,” and also signed on the reverse in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. Accompanied by a May 7, 2000, letter of authenticity signed

by Dave Scott, which reads, in part: “This is to certify that the accompanying United States Series 1953 Two Dollar Bill…signed by the entire Apollo 15 crew on its reverse side is one of 49 Two Dollar Bills flown to the Moon aboard Apollo 15…Each astronaut was allowed to bring a few personal items with them on the flight…and I included this symbol of Earthly commerce among mine. It then made the journey aboard our Command Module Endeavour. During its historic voyage, this two dollar bill flew nearly one million miles, orbited the Moon 74 times, and traveled at speeds approaching 25,000 mph…To date, this piece of currency has traveled a greater distance then virtually any other example of money in human history! This United States Two Dollar bill also bears the historic distinction of literally being among the first few examples of money, in any form, ever carried by mankind from Earth to another world!” Removably presented on a color 11 x 17 informational sheet. In fine condition. As Scott states in his letter, this in an extremely rare crew-signed flown artifact. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

452. Apollo 15. Crisp Apollo

15 commemorative cover, signed in black felt tip

by Dave Scott, Jim Irwin, and Al Worden. In fine condition, with some trivial brushing to Irwin’s signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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453. Apollo 15. Superb

FDC with a color cachet of a lunar rover, issued by the NASA Manned Spacecraft Center Stamp Club, signed in black felt tip by Jim Irwin, Al Worden, and Dave Scott. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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454. Apollo 15. Blue wool fitted Apollo 15 USS Okinowa recovery

crew baseball cap, made by Don Alleson. Hat originates from the Jackie Cooper estate. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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455. Apollo 15. Two items: Navy blue wool baseball-style cap, featuring an ‘USS Okinawa Apollo 15’ gold-embroidered patch; and 10 off-white 5 x 5 napkins, featuring an Apollo 15 mission emblem, Scott-Worden-Irwin color logo. In fine condition, with a trivial spot of discoloration to the corner of one napkin. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 456. Apollo 15. A First Day of Issue philatelic souvenir. Entitled

“A Decade of Achievement,” souvenir measures 8 x 5 closed, with an image of two astronauts riding the lunar rover on the cover. Card bears a pre-printed message from the Postmaster General on the inside cover, with two eight-cent commemorative stamps affixed to other side, bearing a First Day of Issue stamp, and an August 2, 1971, Kennedy Space Center cancellation. Signed under the stamps in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original envelope. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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preparation for the Apollo 15 mission. Map is comprised of three taped together sections for an overall size of 8 x 31, with the middle panel labeled “Ascent Monitor Chart, Apollo 15, July 26, 1971,” with all landmarks identified, including “Marsh of Decay,” “Arrowhead,” several “Archimedes,” and “Hadley Rille.” Signed on the reverse, “Used in training, Dave Scott, Apollo 15 CDR.” In fine condition, with old tape connection sections and a bit of scattered light silvering. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $250)

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458. Apollo 15. Semi-glossy 9.75 x 8 NASA photo of Dick Gordon and Deke Slayton in Mission Control watching a live image of Jim Irwin and Dave Scott walking on the moon, signed in black felt tip by Jim Irwin, Dave Scott, Dick Gordon, Deke Slayton, and Al Worden. A few scattered light creases, otherwise fine condition. An unusual photo with a great earth–moon connection, signed by all four Apollo astronauts pictured. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

460. Apollo 15. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 15 prime

459. Apollo 15. Superb color 10 x 8 NASA photo of Jim Irwin saluting the flag at the Apollo 15 Hadley-Apennine landing site, signed in black felt tip, “Al Worden, Apollo 15 CMP,” “Dave Scott, Apollo 15 CDR,” and signed below the printed sentiment “His Love From the Moon” in black felt tip by Irwin. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo of Scott taken at the time of signing. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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crew, signed in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. Crease to left edge and an unknown signature to top right, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

American flag on the lunar surface, signed in black felt tip, “Jim Irwin,” beneath a pre-printed sentiment, “Dave Scott, Apollo 15 CDR,” and “Al Worden, Apollo 15.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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462. Jim Irwin. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of Irwin saluting the flag on the moon, signed in black felt tip, “Jim Irwin” below a pre-printed sentiment, “His Love From The Moon.” In fine condition, with light toning along the edges. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 463. Dave Scott. Color 8 x 10 ‘red-numbered’ semi-glossy NASA

photo of Scott in his space suit, signed in blue felt tip, “Dave Scott, CDR Apollo 15, July 26–Aug 7, 1971, 7th Man on the Moon.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

464. Dave Scott. Color satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of Scott working on the lunar rover during an Apollo 15 EVA, signed in black felt tip, “Dave Scott, Apollo 15 CDR.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

465. Dave Scott. Unique color glossy 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of the lunar rover on the moon, signed in black felt tip, “Man must explore! Dave Scott, Apollo 15, Lunar Rover Operator, July—Aug 1971.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

466. Al Worden. Apollo 15 training star chart from Worden’s personal collection. Star chart measures 7 x 9.5, and is labeled in the lower border, “Figure 2410.—Stars in the vicinity of Cygnus.” Signed vertically in the left border, “I used this chart in training. Al Worden Apollo 15.” Chart is affixed to an identical size piece of cardstock. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $250) 467. Dave Scott. Enormous panoramic color 60 x 24 photo of Scott performing an experiment on the lunar surface, signed in silver ink, “Dave Scott, Apollo 15 Cdr.” Rolled and in fine condition, with a few scattered surface marks. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Desirable flown Robbins Medal 468. Apollo 16. Flown Apollo 16 Robbins Medal, approximately 1.25 diameter, with a raised design on the face of the Apollo 16 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved with the April 16, 1972, launch date, April 20, 1972, moon landing date, and April 27, 1972, return date. This medal is serial numbered “67” along the rim. Normal condition, with a bit of tarnishing to reverse. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Skylab III science pilot Ed Gibson that reads in part: “The Space Medallion…is from my personal collection…I have been its sole owner, and it has been in my possession since being acquired directly from the mission’s flight crew.” A desirable flown artifact, one of just 98 that made the voyage to the moon.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

Uncommon unstruck Apollo 16 Robbins medal 469. Apollo 16. Apollo 16 Robbins Medal, approximately 1.25 diameter, with a raised design on the face of the Apollo 16 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal has blank areas for the launch date, moon landing, and return dates. This medal is not serial numbered along the rim and is not flown or finished. Normal condition. Medal originates from the estate of a Kennedy Space Center worker.RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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470. Apollo 16. Flown printed fabric American flag, 6 x 4, flown aboard Apollo 16 during its flight to the moon. Flag is affixed by its corners to a 10 x 12 certificate stating “This flag was flown aboard the first Apollo mission to the lunar highlands,” and signed in blue felt tip by crew members John Young, Ken Mattingly, and Charlie Duke. An ink inscription in Duke’s hand reads, “To Gene, With sincere best wishes from Apollo 16.” Small squares of toning to each corner of flag from adhesive on reverse, and a bit of light toning to borders of certificate, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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471. John Young. John Young’s Apollo training coverall jacket

with tagging and patches, originating from his personal collection.

A Teflon-coated Beta cloth jacket with snap closures at front and cuffs with a Velcro strap at the neck. On the upper left sleeve is sewn a US flag, 4.75 x 2.5 in size. At the upper left chest area is a name tag “J. YOUNG,” 2.75 x 1 in size, beneath which is signed in black felt tip: “John W. Young.” On the opposite chest area is a NASA ‘meatball’ emblem patch, 4.5 x 4.5 overall. The original tag at the neck is lightly crossed out in red ink and reads: “Coverall Jacket P/N BW_1060-002 Size MR S/N 1049 Subject Young Contract No NAS 9-8309 Date of Mfg 1-6-69 Mfg by B Welson Co.” The complete garment, consisting of jacket, trousers, and boots, was designed to be worn inside the spacecraft when wearing the pressure suit. Accompanied by a signed letter from Young attesting to the jacket’s authenticity. In fine condition, with general light soiling and staining, a light brush and some slight feathering to signature, and light wear to patches. Several of these Apollo inflight coverall garments are held in the Smithsonian collection, both flown and unflown. Components of these outfits are rarely offered at auction. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Critical celestial navigational post-landing star chart used on the lunar surface 472. Apollo 16. Flown lunar surface star chart carried aboard the lunar module Orion to the Descarte Highlands of the moon. Chart measures 8.25˝ in diameter with bottom labeled “LM Post-Landing, April 16, 1972 Launch.” All major stars and constellations visible from the landing site are plotted underneath a rotating translucent position locator. The locator has six concentric circular plots, sixty degrees apart, that correspond to position locators set for the Alignment Optical Telescope inside the Lunar Module. Reverse bears a small square of Velcro and is signed in black felt tip, “Star wheel used on the LM Orion on Apollo 16. Charlie Duke.” Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Duke, which reads, in part: “On board the lunar module ‘Orion’ was a piece of equipment named the Apollo sextant. This device was used by John Young and myself to measure star angles so that our Inertial Measurement Unit could be properly aligned…

After landing and before liftoff from the lunar surface we used the sextant. To verify the stars we marked on, we used the star chart.” In fine condition. A rare and critical lunar surface navigational tool that reminds all of the kinship that astronauts and the early explorers of Earth–the need to navigate by the stars, whether traveling by sea or through space. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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473. Apollo 16 Guidebook. On the Moon with

476. Charlie Duke. A 9 x 9 swatch

Apollo 16, A Guidebook to the Descartes Region, 8 x 10.25, 90 pages, printed by NASA in 1972. Guidebook provides an in-depth description, images, and diagrams concerning the upcoming Apollo mission and the crews training. In fine condition, with a small area of Wite-Out applied to the cover.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

of Beta cloth with a printed 3.5-inch diameter Apollo 16 insignia in the middle, signed in black ballpoint, “The Voyage of a Lifetime, Charlie Duke.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

474. Charlie Duke. On

The Moon With Apollo 16, A Guidebook to the Descartes Region guidebook, 8 x 10.25, 90 pages, printed by NASA in 1972.

Guidebook provides an in-depth description, images, and diagrams concerning the upcoming Apollo mission and the crews training. Signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “The game plan for a fantastic stay on the Moon; April 20–23, 1972, Charles M. Duke, Jr., Apollo 16 Moon Walker.” In fine condition, with mild handling wear, and scattered toning, soiling, and creasing to covers. Accompanied by a photo of Duke holding the guidebook after signing. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

477. Charlie Duke. A 9 x 9

swatch of Beta cloth with a printed 3.5˝ diameter Apollo 16 mission insignia in the center, signed in the upper left in permanent black felt tip, “Charlie Duke Apollo 16.” Swatch also bears an April 20, 1972, Houston, Texas postmark and an 8-cent postage stamp. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

475. Apollo 16. Flown swatch of parachute material from the Apollo 16 mission. Swatch measures 4.5 x 3.5, and is signed and inscribed in red ink, “To: Mac Covington, Apollo 16 parachute material. Best regards, John Kiker.” Accompanied by a letter from Kiker to Covington. Kiker was the Chief of the Mechanical Systems Branch at NASA. Letter reads, in part: “I am always glad you are interested in the space program…enclosed is a small piece of material from one of the Apollo 16 parachutes.” A small zip-lock bag is stapled to the letter. In fine condition, with scattered toning, foxing, and creasing to letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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478. John Young. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Young saluting

481. Ken Mattingly. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Mattingly in his space suit before the Apollo 16 mission, signed later in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

479. Charlie Duke. Exemplary color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of

482. Ken Mattingly. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Mattingly going over his flight checklist before the Apollo 16 Countdown Demonstration Test, signed later in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few scattered light creases and surface marks. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

the American flag on the lunar surface, signed in silver ink, “John Young, 9th Man on the Moon, Apollo 16.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Duke saluting the flag on the lunar surface, signed in blue felt tip, “A salute from the moon, Charlie Duke, Apollo 16.” In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

480. Ken Mattingly. Uncommon color 8 x 10 NASA photo featuring Mattingly in his seldom seen white spacesuit, signed in black felt tip.

In fine condition, with light toning along the edges and a crease to the top right corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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483. Apollo 16. Fantastic color 8 x 10 NASA photo of the Apollo

16 touching down in the central Pacific Ocean with the help of three parachutes, signed in black felt tip by Ken Mattingly, Charlie Duke, and John Young, each signing over a different parachute. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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484. John Young.

Color paperstock 8 x 10 NASA photo of Young posing in his spacesuit with a globe of the moon, signed in black felt tip, “John Young, Apollo 16, 9th Man to Walk on the Moon!” In fine condition, with a faint horizontal line passing through Young’s hairline. Making six spaceflights over a 42 year active NASA career, not only can Young claim the longest run as an astronaut; he also enjoys the title of being the only astronaut to pilot four different classes of spacecraft: Gemini, the Apollo Command/Service Module, the Apollo Lunar Module, and the Space Shuttle. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

486. John Young.

Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of Young saluting the American flag at the Descartes Landing site, signed in black felt tip, “A Salute From Descartes Base Moon!

John Young, Apollo 16 Commander.” In fine condition, with some trivial foxing along the edges and a small bend to the bottom right corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

485. John Young and Charlie Duke.

Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 16 command module viewed from the lunar module while in lunar orbit, signed in black felt tip, “Piloting ‘Orion’ to redock with ‘Casper’ Charlie Duke, Apollo 16 LMP,” and “John Young.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

487. Apollo 16. Color glossy 11 x 8 second-generation ‘red-

numbered’ NASA photo of the the crew in their space suits posing on a lunar landscape, signed vertically in black felt tip by Ken Mattingly, John Young, and Charlie Duke. In fine condition, with a few trivial surface marks and a small spot of soiling. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Young, as Chief of the Astronaut Office explains: “Items flown on spacecraft are the property of the astronaut or the government depending on the mission kit in which these items are flown” 488. John Young. TLS signed “John W. Young,” one page, 8 x 10.25, NASA letterhead, September 11, 1974. Letter to a research assistant at the Department of Aeronautics at the National Air and Space Museum. In full: “With reference to the letter you wrote to Mr. Chuck Biggs which was referred to this office, items flown on spacecraft are the property of the astronaut or the government depending on the mission kit in which these items are flown. Items flown in the Astronaut Preference Kits are distributed in accordance with the procedures listed in NASA Management Instruction 8020.19A of July 20, 1973, a copy of which is enclosed for information. Astronauts’s personal idiosyncrasies are the personal property of each astronaut. You will have to contact them individually to discover what these personal idiosyncrasies are. As to the location of the pin-ups painted on the back of the window shades on GT-10, as well as the discovery of some personal idiosyncrasies, I recommend you contact the present Director of the National Air and Space Museum for starters.” In fine condition, with staple hole to top left and some scattered light creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $250)

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Scarce flown Robbins medal from Duke’s personal collection 489. Apollo 17. Historic flight-flown Apollo 17 Robbins Medal, approximately 1.5 diameter, with a raised design on the face the Apollo 17 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved “America-Challenger Apollo XVII—The Beginning” along with the December 6, 1972, launch date, December 11, 1972, moon landing date, and December 19, 1972, return date. This medal is serial numbered “F48.” Normal condition.

Accompanied by a 2001 certificate of authenticity from Charlie Duke stating “The accompanying Apollo 17 silver Robbins medallion, bearing serial number 48, originated from my personal space collection, where it has remained for the previous thirty years.” Some researchers have stated that only serial numbers F1 to F80 were flown of 300 total medallions struck. The medal also marked the first use of an “F” with a serial number to denote a flown medallion. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

491. Apollo 17. A 7.5 x 8.5 swatch of Beta cloth, bearing a printed 3.25-inch diameter Apollo 17 mission emblem. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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490. Gene Cernan. Apollo 17 Rotational Control Handle

prototype from Cernan’s personal collection. Black painted wooden handle design measures approximately 5˝ tall with finger grooves on one side for handling. Signed on the side in silver ink, “Gene Cernan, Apollo XVII.” Some brushing to signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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x 8.25 swatch of Beta cloth bearing a printed 3.25inch diameter Apollo 17 mission insignia, signed below the insignia in black ballpoint, “’Not the end but just the beginning’ Gene Cernan, Apollo XVII CDR.” Cloth also bears a December 19, 1972, Houston, Texas postmark, as well as two 8-cent postage stamps. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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493. Apollo 17. Apollo 17 Recovery cover, postmarked December

19, 1972, and signed in blue ballpoint by Gene Cernan, in green felt tip by Ron Evans, and in blue felt tip by Harrison Schmitt. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $250)

496. Apollo 17. Glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of the exterior of the

command module, seen from the inside of the lunar module during the translunar coast, signed in black felt tip, “GSM ‘America’ was a great spacecraft—neat to fly. Ron Evans, Apollo 17, Mar 88,” “Harrison H. Schmitt, Apollo 17 LMP,” and “’As was LEM Challenger…’

Gene Cernan, Commander, Apollo XVII.” In fine condition, with a few light dings and creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

494. Apollo 17. Apollo 17 Launch Day cover, signed in red felt tip

by Ron Evans, and signed in black felt tip by Gene Cernan and [Harrison] Jack Schmitt. In fine condition, with light creasing. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $250)

495. Apollo 17. Clean Apollo 17 cover honoring the lunar landing, signed in black felt tip by Gene Cernan, Harrison Schmitt, and Ron Evans. In fine condition, with light contrast to the portion of Cernan’s signature that overlaps the postage stamp, and a return address stamp to the bottom right corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

497. Gene Cernan. Flown

Apollo 17 ‘Lunar Landmark’ map, 10.5 x 8, used in lunar orbit during the Apollo 17 mission. Map shows a portion of the lunar surface, labeled at the top, “Tsiolkovsky to Pasteur,” and shows a crystalclear image of the region on the lunar surface. This map originates from the personal space collection of Gene Cernan, and bears his personal signed flight-certification label to the right border of the map. Map is removably presented on a 13 x 19 color display picturing Cernan holding the ‘Lunar Landmark Book’ which this map came from. In fine condition, with three punch holes to bottom edge of map. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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498. Tool Kit. Flown Apollo 17 complete tool kit carried in the command module America on the Apollo 17 lunar mission—the last lunar landing mission of the Apollo program. Sixteen-piece set consists of an adjustable open end wrench, emergency wrench, three jack screws, a 20˝ tether, a ‘midget’ ratchet wrench, an adapter handle, and eight various flathead, Philips, and socket drivers. Entire kit is housed in its original Beta cloth pouch, serial #V36601135-501, in their respectively labeled Velcro closing pocket. Kit measures 12 x 25.25 when unrolled. When rolled, the kit seals with three Velcro tabs at the top and has a patch identifying it as “Tool Kit.” Each tool has a tether ring and is designated with a heavy stock card NASA-MSC System and Component Historical Records, each piece’s history from being flown on the Apollo 17 Command Module, with a flight duration of 304 hours, 44 minutes, and 20 seconds, and its release from bonded storage. Entire kit is also accompanied by a Space Division, North American Rockwell Corporation temporary parts removal tag. In addition, each tool has its own serial numbers. This kit was located in the CM in locker A-8, and was listed on the official mission stowage list as being the only one aboard. Complete, intact artifact sets of this kind with such detailed records for each individual piece are exceedingly rare and in very high demand. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

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499. Gene Cernan. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Cernan saluting the American flag while on the lunar surface, signed in blue felt tip, “Gene Cernan, Last Man on Moon, Apollo XVII.” In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

500. Ron Evans. Order card for “Let’s Fly to the Moon with Apollo

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502. Apollo 17. Breathtaking color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 17 launch, signed in black felt tip by Gene Cernan, Ron Evans, and Jack Schmitt. In fine condition, with a slight ripple to the image, and a strip of adhesive remnant from previous mounting on the reverse.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

17 Astronaut Ron Evans,” 5 x 8.25, with an image of Evans on one side and an order form printed on reverse, signed and inscribed on the image in black ballpoint, “To Paul, Ron Evans, Apollo 17, 6/16/89.”

Evans also crosses out a price on the reverse, “30.00 Ron.” In fine condition, with a couple of light creases, one through a small portion of signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

503. Ron Evans. Rare and fantastic color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Evans posing in his white spacesuit, signed in black ballpoint, “Ron Evans, Apollo 17.” In very fine condition. This image represents one of the few from Evans that do not bear an inscription or sentiment.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

501. Harrison Schmitt. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Schmitt posing

finish 10 x 8 photo of Cernan and Schmitt sharing a moment in the module, signed in black felt tip by both. In fine condition. Certificate of authentication from the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation affixed to the reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

in his spacesuit with a globe of the moon, signed in black felt tip, “H. H. Schmitt.” In fine condition, with a bit of trivial soiling to lower left corner tip. Schmitt no longer signs. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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apollo-soyuz Stafford-certified ASTP flown flag 505. Apollo-Soyuz. Flown printed fabric American flag, 6 x 4, flown aboard the 1975 Apollo-Soyuz mission, signed in black ink, “Flown on ASTP, July 1975, Tom Stafford,” and “Vance Brand,” and signed in blue ink by cosmonauts Alexei Leonov (first man to walk in space) and Valeri Kubasov. In fine condition. A well-preserved relic from the final Apollo mission. Flag was personally gifted to the consignor from General Stafford. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Crippen’s ASTP shirt 506. Bob Crippen. Bob Crippen’s ASTP shirt assembly.

Mustard color shirt from the Apollo Applications Program (AAP) (Skylab flights 2, 3, 4, and ASTP) used for either training or backup.

Label on shirt reads: “Shirt Asst…Size: Medium; Crewman: Crippen.” Shirt is sealed in plastic with a NASA-MSC “Cleaned for service” sticker affixed to the inner bag, stamp-dated October 4, 1972. Shirt was found in bonded storage in 2003 at the Johnson Space center and later deacquisitioned, to a museum, which then gifted it to the consignor, with a property label affixed to outside of bag. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Slayton’s Apollo-Soyuz training shirt 507. Deke Slayton. Deke Slayton’s ASTP shirt assembly from his Apollo-Soyuz mission training. Mustard color shirt from the Apollo Applications Program (AAP) (Skylab flights 2, 3, 4, and ASTP) used during training or backup. Label on shirt reads: “Shirt Assy…Size: Medium; Crewman: Slayton.” Shirt is sealed in plastic with a NASAMSC “Cleaned for service” sticker affixed to the inner bag, stamped “Visual.” Shirt was found in bonded storage in 2003 at the Johnson Space center and later deacquisitioned, to a museum, which then gifted it to the consignor. In fine condition. Slayton, an original Mercury 7 astronaut, would wait 16 years for his first trip into space aboard the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

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508. Apollo-Soyuz. Large color Apollo/Soyuz mission chart, 55 x 22.5, which shows the orbits and tracking stations for the mission, published by the Defense Mapping Agency. In fine condition, with some scattered light toning and soiling and a few minor fold separations. Folded. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

items: Apollo Soyuz Test Project preliminary Joint Crew Activities Plan, dated April 28, 1975, 8.25 x 10.5. Detailed plan gives mission requirements, flight plan guidelines, mission operations plan, onboard joint operations instructions, and a detailed timeline of the mission; Huge Apollo-Soyuz Preliminary Science Report, issued by NASA in 1976, 8 x 10. Report is full of photos, diagrams, reports, and experiment results from the mission; Apollo-Soyuz Test Project press kit, issued in 1975, 8 x 10.5, 204 pages, detailing spacecraft descriptions, docking procedures, various systems, television plans, and crew biographies; and an Apollo-Soyuz press kit, 8 x 10.5, 113 pages, distributed before the Apollo-Soyuz mission in 1975. Detailed kit gives information about the crews, mission profile, and experiments to be conducted. Forward of the kit states, in part: “This document contains information about the Apollo Soyuz Test Project and consists of two parts prepared by the U.S. and the U.S.S.R. respectively…The Soviet and American parts have been prepared individually.” In very good condition, with some light creasing, toning, and soiling, and the expected wear.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

509. Tom Stafford. Off-white GTSI

Grumman hard hat, most likely from the shuttle era, signed on the side in black felt tip by Stafford. In fine condition, with expected light wear and scratches. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare and extremely crucial Soyuz retro rocket 510. Soyuz Retro Rocket. Used ‘soft landing’ Soviet Soyuz retro rocket. Rocket measures approximately 8 x 7 with stenciled part numbers along bottom. About seven miles above the Earth, the Soyuz module would deploy its twin drogue parachutes, then its single main parachute would open. At a height of approximately seven feet above the earth’s surface, the heat sheild would be released, exposing four of these retrorockets, which would fire just prior to impact, ensuring a soft landing for the module and crew. Rocket is mounted to a vertical display stand with a descriptive plaque affixed to the base. In fine used condition. While used on all of the Soyuz descent capsules, these retrorocket engines are almost never available to collectors. Since American space flights land in water, or in the case of the Space Shuttle, use a different landing concept, similar engines are non-existent and can only come from Russian flights. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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512. ApolloSoyuz. Color

satin-finish 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo, signed in black felt tip by all five crew members: Deke Slayton, Vance Brand, Tom Stafford, Alexei Leonov, and Valeri Kubasov, who has signed twice, the second featured beneath a short inscription and sentiment in Cyrillic. In fine condition, with some light creasing and light rubbing along the edges. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

513. Alexei Leonov and Valeri Kubasov. Color satin-finish 10

x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of the Soviet Soyuz 16 space vehicle, signed in black felt tip by crew members Alexei Leonov and Valeri Kubasov. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“NASA regulations do not allow us to accept any articles from the general public to be taken on space missions” 516. Deke Slayton. TLS

signed “D. K. Slayton,” one page, 8 x 10.25, NASA letterhead, stamp-dated March 3, 1975. Letter to a space enthusiast denying a request. In full: “Regarding your request for me to carry a stamp on the ASTP mission, I regret that I cannot. We receive many more requests than we could possibly fulfill even if we were permitted to do so. However, NASA regulations do not allow us to accept any articles from the general public to be taken on space missions. I am sorry I cannot be more accommodating.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

514. Alexei Leonov and Pavel Belyayev. Original color glossy

7 x 4.5 double weight photo of the Voskhod 2 crew in their capsule, signed in blue ballpoint by Alexei Leonov and Pavel Belyayev. A few creases to corners and top left of image, otherwise fine condition. An uncommon pairing since Belyayev died in 1970. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

515. Apollo-Soyuz Award. Apollo-

Soyuz Manned Flight Awareness medallion, 1.25˝ diameter. The face bears the raised re-creation of the two capsules joined together in earth orbit; the reverse is engraved, in English and Russian, “This medallion contains metal from both Apollo and Soyuz that joined together in the first International manned space mission on July 15–24, 1975.” Medallion is contained within its original 10 x 13 certificate presented to John E. Reid, with text in both English and Russian, and bears the printed signatures of all five crew members. Matted and framed with two other printed certificates, both bearing printed signatures of the three Apollo astronauts from the mission and three emblem stickers, to an overall size of 22.5 x 26. In normal condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

517. Press Kits. Two rare, official NASA press kits: Apollo Soyuz

Test Project press kit, 8 x 10.5, featuring 113 pages detailing the background, experiments, crew training, and technical illustrations; and a NASA News press kit for the Voyager dated August 4, 1977, 8 x 10.5, featuring 114 pages detailing structure and operations of the spacecraft, as well as the teams, destinations, data acquisition, and illustrations. The Apollo Soyuz kit is in very good condition, with toning, scattered areas of soiling and spotting to the covers and the tops of the pages, three punch holes along the left edge, rust surrounding the staple to the top left corner, and the front cover detached from the rest of the stapled pages. The Voyager kit is also in very good condition, with uniform toning and scattered light soiling to the cover, light foxing and soiling along the top edge of the pages, rust surrounding the staple to the top left corner, and three punch holes along the left edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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518. Skylab 4. Skylab 4 Recovery cover with a cachet honoring

the naval recovery force, and bearing a USS New Orleans February 8, 1974 cancellation, signed in black ink by Ed Gibson, Jerry Carr, and Bill Pogue. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

521. SMEAT. A 9 x 9 swatch of Beta cloth with a printed 3-inch diameter mission insignia depicting Snoopy in his flight cap and goggles struggling with a rope around his neck. In fine condition, with previous storage folds. The SMEAT experiment was conducted by NASA as a 56-day vacuum chamber test to evaluate equipment and procedures proposed for use in the Skylab missions. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

522. Alan Bean and Charles Conrad. Signed book: Skylab: 519. Skylab 4. Skylab 4 Naval Recovery cover with a cachet honoring the Naval recovery force, signed on the front in black felt tip by Jerry Carr, Bill Pogue, and Ed Gibson. In fine condition, with light overall haloing to Pogue’s signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

520. Skylab 2.

A 9 x 9 swatch of Beta cloth with a printed 3.5-inch diameter Skylab II insignia in the center, signed in black ink by Alan Bean, Owen Garriott, and Jack Lousma. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A Chronology. Washington, D. C.: NASA Scientific and Technical Information Office, 1977. Softcover, 8 x 10, 458 pages. Signed on the title page in black ballpoint, “Charles Conrad Jr., Cdr. Skylab I,” and “Alan Bean, LMP Skylab II.” In fine condition, with some light wear to covers and spine. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

523. Skylab. NASA CSM Malfunction Procedures manual, Revision A, 8.5 x 11, prepared by the Flight Planning Branch, Crew Procedures Division, and dated September 1, 1972. The unbound manual provides detailed procedures, via instructions and flow charts, for CSM malfunctions. In fine condition, with expected handling wear and some light page curling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“Lunar flights have captured the adventuresome spirit of people around the world…We have shown ourselves that we can lick an almost insurmountable problem if we really want to put our mind to it” 524. Jack Lousma. ALS signed “Jack Lousma, Major USMC, NASA Astronaut,” three pages, 8 x 10.5, NASA letterhead, no date. Letter to a space enthusiast. In part: “The full value of lunar flights will become more evident as time goes on simply because we are not smart enough to ask all the right questions in advance. For the moment, however, a lot of scientific information is being evaluated which will help us understand and develop the world in which we live…The space program, because it is progressive, has stimulated progress in many other areas of our life…Lunar flights have captured the adventuresome spirit of people around the world. For once, Americans have collectively been involved as a nation in a peaceful effort which has won the respect and good wishes of people of many nations. We have shown ourselves that we can lick an almost insurmountable problem if we really want to put our mind to it. While these flights have shown potentially hostile nations that we have a lot going for us, they have also fostered a spirit of good will between us and many other countries. In short, lunar flights benefit us individually and as a nation in many different ways, both directly and indirectly. In answer to your question about participating in a particular type of flight, I can only say that with flights being canceled it’s a poor time to be choosy. I am hoping for a lunar flight but may have to wait for an earth-orbital space station flight.” Accompanied by a printed poem by Edward Guest entitled ‘Sermons We See,’ signed in blue felt tip by Lousma. In fine condition, with some mild toning to pages. Lousma would finally achieve his goal of spaceflight as a member of Skylab 3 and STS-3. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

525. Skylab. Two items: Manned Flight Awareness certificate and

medallion, presented to Stuart L. Carter. Commemorative medallion measures 1.5˝ in diameter, and a portion of the metal used to make it orbited the earth on Skylab between 1973-1974. Medallion is affixed to a certificate which reads, in part: “This medallion is presented in appreciation of your dedication and efforts in insuring the successful accomplishment of the Skylab Program,” and bears printed signatures of all three Skylab crews at the bottom; and an extensive Skylab News Reference, issued by NASA, full of diagrams, schematics, and explanations of systems and procedures for Skylab. In very good to fine condition, with the expected wear and light soiling from handling to the news reference. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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work flown aboard the space shuttle Columbia on STS-5. Section measures approximately 29˝ long, with several bends to it, with one end having a diameter of 2.5˝, the other end measuring 4.5˝. Wrapped in plastic, with its NASA tag affixed to the plastic reading “OV-102, STS-5 Flown Hardware.” In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

527. Shuttle Approach and Landing Test Project (’ALT’).

Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of both crews of the Space Shuttle Approach and Landing Tests (ALT) at the Rockwell International Space Division’s Orbiter assembly facility at Palmdale, California on the day of the rollout of the Shuttle Orbiter 101 ‘Enterprise’ spacecraft, signed in black felt tip by Gordon Fullerton (pilot of the first crew), Fred W. Haise (commander of the first crew), Joe Engle (commander of the second crew), and Richard Truly (pilot of the second crew). In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

528. Shuttle Approach and Landing Test Project (’ALT’).

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of the Enterprise about to land, signed in black felt tip by Gordon Fullerton, Fred Haise, Joe Engle, and Richard Truly. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

529. Shuttle Carrier Panel Cover. An STS-1 used carrier panel vent cover. Red painted cover measures 13.25 x 6, is labeled at the bottom, “Vent No. 2,” stenciled in white paint “Remove Before Ferry Flight,” and has a spring-loaded handle for release.

This particular cover was used during the shuttle’s first landing in California.

In fine condition, with expected wear and foam on reverse lightly corroding. Gifted to the consignor by a KSC Landing Ops engineer who worked the STS-1 mission. RRAuction COA.…

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530. Paul Weitz.

Weitz’s personallyowned and-worn flight jacket. Brown leather jacket, size 44, bears a manufacturer’s label inside collar, “Flying Man’s Intermediate, Type G-1,” and features two front pockets, fur collar, and knitted cuffs and waistband. Signed inside in black felt tip under the label, “Weitz, Paul Weitz.”

In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

531. Paul Weitz. Weitz’s

personally-owned and-worn Navy uniform. Green dress uniform jacket bears bullion wings over left breast, with three bands and star to each sleeve cuff. Label sewn to inside of the inside pocket notes size is 40 Regular, with Weitz’s name printed on the following line. Uniform pants are also included, size 34, with a Davis Clothing Company, Boston, label sewn inside. Inside lining of the jacket is signed in black felt tip, “Paul Weitz.” In fine condition, with small vertical rip to lining. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA..…

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532. STS-1. Three unsigned color satin-finish 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photos of STS-1 crew members John Young and Bob Crippen shortly after landing and being greeted by members of the grounds crew. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

534. STS-6. Two flown cue cards carried aboard STS-6, carried

aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger in April of 1983. Both tabbed cards measure 5.5 x 8. The first, tabbed “EPSCNTL/ESS,” is signed in blue felt tip, “Malfunction cue card flown on STS-6. From my personal collection, Paul Weitz CDR”; and the second, tabbed “COMM CRYO,” is signed in blue ballpoint, “This cue card was carried and used on STS-6. From my personal collection, Paul Weitz CDR.” In fine condition, with orange highlighter to both cards. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

533. Paul Weitz. Weitz’s NASA flight suit. Blue summer

flyer’s coveralls, size 42S, features a Shuttle “Mach 25,” patch over right breast, a NASA emblem to right shoulder, and American flag to left shoulder. Flight suit also boasts eight different pockets on the front from the legs to the arm, as well as several Velcro patches, including one where the name tag would have gone. Signed on the inside of the collar in black felt tip by Weitz. In fine condition, with expected wear. The ‘Mach 25’ patch is quite scarce and not available to the general public. A mission on the shuttle is a prerequisite to obtain one, and is usually presented by the commander during debriefing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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535. ALT Award. Approach and Landing Test Program Manned Flight Awareness medallion, 1.25˝ diameter. The face bears the raised re-creation of the Enterprise; the reverse is engraved, “Thank you for your contribution toward making the Approach and Landing Tests of the Space Shuttle Orbiter successful. We would like you to have this memento made, in part, of metal taken from the Enterprise.” Medallion is contained within its original 9.5 x 12.5 certificate presented to John E. Reid, with text reading, “The crews of the Approach and Landing Test Program are pleased to present you with this medallion in appreciation of your contribution to the successful ALT flights of the space shuttle orbiter ‘Enterprise,’” and bears the printed signatures of all four crew members Fred Haise, Gordon Fullerton, Joe Engle, and Richard Truly. Matted and framed to an overall size of 14.25 x 17. Normal condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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536. STS-2. Flown printed fabric American flag, 5.5 x 4, flown aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia during STS-2. Flag is affixed to an 8.5 x 11 certificate stating “This flag was flown aboard the second flight of the Space Shuttle ‘Columbia’ (STS2) November 12–14, 1981. It is presented to you in recognition of the significant contribution you made to the success of the mission. Presented to John E. Reid.” Certificate bears autopen signatures of crew members Joe Engle and Richard Truly, as well as a NASA official. Matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 14. Area of uniform toning covering most of the flag, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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537. STS-6. Flown SRB wideband signal conditioner, flown aboard Challenger shuttle mission STS-6. Part is stamped “Wideband Signal Conditioner.”

Part is shadowboxed and framed against a printed informational background, to an overall size of 9.75 x 8.25.

Accompanied by three flight hardware sheets, one filled in with “SRB Wide-Band Signal Conditioner. Flown on STS-6 OV-099? May had been flown and retrieved from one of the shuttle’s SRBs in Apr. 1983.

Flight hardware.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

STS-5.

Flown white support panel, flown on board the space shuttle Columbia during STS-5, launched on November 11, 1982. Panel measures 55.5 x 9, and retains all 26 screws. Two tags are tied to one edge, one reads, “OV–102, STS-5 Flown Hardware,” and the other is an “Unserviceable (Repairable) Tag–Material,” filled out in an employee’s hand, identifying the part as “support,” its mission, and reason for condition, “Removed during Slo–Mod.” In very good condition, with expected wear and soiling from use. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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539. STS-108. A printed Ascent Checklist for shuttle mission STS-108, 8.5 x 11, bound by a staple in the top left corner, fully titled “Mission Operations Directorate Flight Design and Dynamics Division, Final, October 2, 2001.” First page is a copy of the directorate submission bearing copies of signatures of Marcia Trump, Michael Menard, Scott Hartman, and Gregory Oliver. In fine condition. This Endeavor mission, launched on December 5, 2001, delivered supplies to the International Space Station. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 540. Shuttle Detergent Wipes. Detergent wipes, bagged for

flight, with an overall size of 5.5 x 10, with a label reading “Detergent Wipe,” with a 2003 expiration date, a serial number, and two squares of Velcro affixed to the reverse; and a package of Pond’s Cleansing Towelettes, with a serial number cancelled with a red felt tip III, and a small circle of Velcro affixed to the back of the package. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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541. Shuttle-era Hair Conditioner. Three two-ounce bottles of No-Rinse Hair Conditioner, bagged for flight, to an overall size of 8.5 x 6. Each bottle has a small circle of Velcro affixed near the top.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 542. Shuttle-era Hair Conditioner. Large eight-ounce bottle of

No-Rinse hair conditioner. This conditioner was done by NASA contract and made to be used on board the space shuttle and the International Space Station. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

543. Space Shuttle Avionics Black Box. Space Shuttle avionics black box. Box measures 11 x 9.5 x 4, weighs 11.3 pounds, and bears a metal plate labeled “Multiplexer Freq. Div. Wideband,” made

by Aydin Vector. End opposite the plate has seven plugs, all with caps (6 red and one metallic), labeled J1–J7. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Alarm panel used on the shuttle crawler 544. Crawler Console Panel. Large console alarm panel from Crawler #2, 19 x 3.75, manufactured by Allied Bendix Aerospace.

Alarm has four status lights, four fault alarm lights, and five more alarm lights, as well as a small speaker and reset button. In fine condition, with two broken alarm lights and expected light wear. The crawlers were used to transport Space Shuttles from 1981 to 2011. The crawler-transporters carry vehicles on the Mobile Launcher Platform, and after each launch return to the pad to take the platform back to the Vehicle Assembly Building. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

545. Flight Crew Briefings. Collection of seven printed Flight

Crew Briefings for various shuttle flights, two of which are signed by crew members, each bound by a single staple to the top left corner.

Briefings are for: STS-15, signed on the cover by Jim Halsell, Chris Hadfield, and Jerry Ross; STS-75 signed on the cover by Andrew Allen, Franklin Diaz, Umberto Guidoni, and Scott Horowitz; another STS-75; STS-111; STS-110 (2); and STS-111. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

546. Shuttle Group 10. DS, one page, 8.5 x

11, July 2, 1984. Document marking the official arrival of the new group of NASA astronauts at Johnson Space Center, Houston Texas, signed in ink by 17 astronauts.

Signers are: James Adamson, Mark Brown, Kenneth Cameron, Manley L. Carter, John Casper, Frank Culbertson, Sidney Gutierrez, Lloyd Hammond, James Wetherbee, Marsha Ivins, Mark Lee, George Low, Michael McCulley, William Shepherd, Ellen Shulman, Kathryn Thornton, and Charles Veach. In fine condition, with light creasing and two color shuttle stickers affixed to the bottom corners. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

547. Solid Rocket Booster Firing Safety Plugs.

Two solid rocket booster firing safety plugs with caps, one measuring 4˝ long, the other measuring 5˝ long. These plugs were used so engineers and technicians did not accidentally fire the rockets in the Vehicle Assembly Building. In fine condition, with a small label affixed to one plug. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Available to US bidders only. Unusual light emeraldcolor fit-check tile, 6 x 6 x 3, used to fit-check the shape and size of the thermal protection tiles for the Space Shuttle Challenger. Serial on tile reads: “REXG-907-1509 V070191005-086 T98630 P1 OXL OVOF 09.”

Before crews installed the actual reentry-enabling thermal heat shield, fit-check tiles were fabricated and installed on the orbiter’s body. These ‘stand-in’ tiles were then referenced to manufacture their flight-ready counterparts. Challenger rolled out of its California assembly facility June 30, 1982. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

549. NASA. Light blue NASA flight suit. Suit has a NASA patch sewn to left breast, Velcro patch to right breast for name tag, zippered cuffs, and has eight pockets from head to toe. In very good condition, with some scattered staining. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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550. Space Shuttle Carrier Panel. Flown

shuttle carrier panel flown on one of the shuttle orbiters. Metal plate measures 6 x 9.75, with several stenciled openings which read, “L. P. Bleed Port,” “L. P. Return,” “L. P. Bleed Valve,” and “L. P. Relief.”

Panel has also been spray painted red. In very good condition, with expected wear from use. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

551. NASA. Beige NASA flight jacket, with a King’s Point makers label sewn inside collar. Jacket has a NASA patch sewn to left breast, and features two slash pockets, a zipper and pen pocket to left arm, and knitted collar, cuffs and waistband. Jacket also has a swatch of Velcro over right breast for a name tag. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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552. Parachute and Delay Cutter. Collection of ten flown

pieces from the shuttle delay cutter parachute assembly. Items include: a deployed cutter assembly, 8.5 x 2, with a fragment of cord still under the blade; two pieces of cut cord; a tie off lanyard; apex tie lanyard; apex attachment loop assembly; lower loop PLA to Main; and two other pieces of woven cord. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

553. LES Space Suit Neck Seal. Flown FCE/EVA Neck

Seal helmet cavity. Lower neck seal was a part of a flown Launch and Entry Suit (LES) ACES space suit. Black seal measures 10” in diameter. Seal comes in a plastic bag with a NASA FCE/EVA label affixed to it, dated March 3, 2004, as well as a second parts label, both struck through with red felt tip lines. Catalog photo shows Astronaut Michael T. Good wearing a similar seal. In fine condition.RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Flown flag and patch presented to Vice President Gore 554. Endeavour. Flown printed fabric American flag, 5.5 x 4.25,

and a flown embroidered four-inch diameter mission patch, both flown aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour on mission STS-54, January 13–19, 1993. Both the flag and patch are presented against a photographic background with a card in the center bearing the printed inscription, “Presented to Al Gore, Vice President of the United States of America, in appreciation of your support of the United States Space Program, from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the crew of STS-54,” and is signed in black felt tip by crew members John Casper, Don McMonagle, Mario Runco, Greg Harbaugh, and Susan Helms. The entire presentation is framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 16.25. In fine condition, with some mild edge toning to signed card. Flown items from any mission presented to such a high-ranking politician are seldom encountered.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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555. STS-91 Gimbal Nuts. Two flown Gimbal

nuts, flown on Discovery mission STS-91, the final mission to the Mir space station. Both bolts are 1.25” in diameter at their base.

Bolts were torqued four times and were then changed out after the mission. Accompanied by a photocopied Post Operation Instructions form, dated September 28, 1998, which states “If any Gimbal bolt/nut has been torqued four times, all eight nuts and bolts for that engine position must be scrapped.”

Form identifies that four nut and bolt cycles were changed out. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

557. STS-95. Color 8.5 x 15 certificate for the 1998 Combined Federal Campaign of the Texas Gulf Coast, expressing appreciation for a donation to E. Lee Williams, United States Postal Service—Houston District, signed in black felt tip by STS-95 crew members John Glenn, Curt Brown, Stephen Robinson, Pedro Duque, Steve Lindsey, Scott Parazynski, and Chiaki Mukai. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

556. STS-82. Flown

insulation blanket, carried aboard shuttle Discovery mission STS-82, to repair and maintain the Hubble telescope.

Gold and silver foil blanket, with beta cloth edges, measure approximately 7 x 4.5, with snaps to the edges, and two numbers printed on the gold foil portion.

Blanket is shadowboxed against a printed informational background and framed to an overall size of 9.5 x 9.5. Accompanied by a red parts tag, labelled at the bottom, “STS-82/OV-103.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

558. Redesigned Solid Rocket Motor Manual. Spiral-

bound manual entitled “An Orientation–Training Course on the Redesigned Solid Rocket Motor (RSRM),” 11.25 x 8.5, 203 pages. This internal manual was issued by Morton Thiokol in November 1987 after the Challenger disaster. An introductory page reads, in part: “The 51-L (Challenger) accident has led to a massive effort to critically re-evaluate, study, and test every component and every aspect of the Space Shuttle program.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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559. Space Lab Intercom Remote Station. Flown intercom

remote station, 9.5 x 5.25, carried aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia on June 5, 1991, and used on Space Lab 1 (SLS–1). Panel has one headset plug, a power switch, page switch, mode, and channel selector switch, as well as a headset volume dial and VOX SENS dial.

A small plastic bag taped to top of panel has a Flight Part I.D/Turn-In Tag. Accompanied by the yellow external plate. In fine condition. This was the fifth Spacelab mission and the first dedicated solely to biology. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Flown window frame from Atlantis 560. Space Shuttle Orbiter Window Frame.

Flown Orbiter Window Frame. Large universal orbiter flight deck window frame, flown over 20 times on the shuttle Atlantis. Black window frame measures 41 x 34, with screw holes around the edges, as well as original paint remnants. Edge has also been labeled “Scrap” in several areas on both sides. In fine condition, with expected wear. A seldom-seen and displayable shuttle relic. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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561. Orbiter Window Cover. Orbiter second generation, early prototype hard window cover. Cover measures approximately 32.5 x 30.

Constructed inside the Orbiter Processing Facility at the Kennedy Space Center, one side of the cover features a contoured foam rubber pad which would be placed against the window for protection. Opposite side has a hard plastic center with several canvas handles and several plastic clasps where straps could be affixed to hold the covers in place. Accompanied by one photo of the final model of the covers being attended to by engineers. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Large blood sample bag carried to Mir and stamped “Return to Earth” 562.

Space Shuttle-Mir.

Large flown sample bag, 14.75 x 8.5 x 4, carried to the Mir Space Station and back for transportation of blood samples. Flip cover beta cloth bag has a “Hazardous 1” label sewn to it, with “Return To Earth,” printed on the front of the bag in English and Russian.

Cover attaches by three squares of Velcro with additional Velcro squares affixed to bottom and back of bag. Inside has eight separate dividers, with small elastic loops to hold specimens on the front of each section. All sections attach together with Velcro squares. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

563. Space Shuttle MLI Blanket.

Flown shuttle Multi-layer Insulation (MLI) blanket. Heavy duty blanket measures 66 x 29 with multiple fasteners, and a square fastener to three edges. A flight label has been taped to its bag, dated August 4, 1997, with part name designated “MLI Blanket.” In fine condition. Available to US bidders only. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

564. Solid Rocket Booster Splice Plate. Flown space shuttle

solid rocket booster SRM field joint splice plate (Systems Tunnel 90°), flown on space shuttle Discovery mission STS-82, launched from the Kennedy Space Center and retrieved from the Atlantic Ocean. Green metal plate measures 9.5 x 11.25 and has a United Technologies USBI Part Removal/Installation Tag affixed to the back. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Space Shuttle Solid Rocket Booster Heat Shield C o v e r. F l o w n

SRB Heat Shield Cover. This ‘toilet seat cover’ heat shield measures approximately 20˝ long when opened, with cover having a diameter of 7.5 inches. This cover was one of four installed and flown on one of the shuttle missions.

In fine condition, with expected wear, red paint remnants and only partially legible numbering. Accompanied by two NASA photos of the shield on one of the boosters. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

566. Space Shuttle SRB System Tunnel. Flown System Tunnel,

four sections, each measuring approximately 18.5˝ long with various serial numbers. Each tunnel portion retains original paint with NASA tags affixed to each part. Accompanied by a United Technologies Part Installation Tag, describing the part as “Segment Subassembly, LH/ RH, Cutout, Sngle, Therm.” In very good condition, with expected wear from use. The SRB systems tunnel, located at the 90° position of each SRB, houses the electrical cables associated with the E&I subsystem and the LSC of the Range Safety System (RSS). The tunnel provides lightning, thermal, and aerodynamic protection and mechanical support for the cables and the LSC. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

568. Flown Space Shuttle Orbiter Tail Fin Flap. Flown Tail

Fin Brake Flap Horse Collar, flown on Endeavour shuttle mission STS-54, and removed prior to its next mission, STS-57, Metallic collar measures 3.75 x 2. Piece is in a plastic bag with a handwritten tag labeled “Scrap” and dated January 27, 1993. Bag is stapled to a photocopy of a Kennedy Space Center Problem Report, filled out by a technician, identifying the horse collar as “frayed,” and dated January 27, 1993.

In fine condition, with expected wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

569. Shuttle-era EVA Spacesuit Cable. Two space shuttle-era

spacesuit assy power harness heat cords. Cords consist of two tightly tied cords with female plugs at either end. Both are stored together in sealed plastic, with a NASA-JSC Cleaned For Service label, stamped “VC-4 + UV PER, SEMU-14-00,” stamped on it and dated July 28, 1999.

Bag also bears several other informational labels with a JSC Project Parts Tag with pertinent information and marked at the bottom in an unknown hand “Scrap.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

567. Flown STS-86 Seeds II. One packet of flown Rutgers Cali-

fornia Supreme tomato seeds, carried aboard shuttle Atlantis mission STS-86, along with a control packet of seeds, and another packet that was stored in the Manned NASA Underwater Habitat during the mission, all of which were distributed to educators. Seed packets are accompanied by their related educational material, including the history of the seeds, an instructional poster, and suggestions for designing, preparing, and conducting a plant biology experiment. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Important EPDM cover, retrieved from the sea after launch 570.

Solid Rocket Booster EPDM Cover. Flown space shuttle-era Solid Rocket Booster Upper Strut EPDM Cover, flown at the beginning of a shuttle launch and retrieved from the ocean after separating during launch. This ‘dog house cover’ measures 14 x 13 x 10 and weighs 17.25 pounds. The white metal front has been stencil painted “Not For Flight,” applied after its retrieval. The vulcanized Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) rubber cover was a key component that protected the strut holding the SRB to the external tank.Accompanied by a photocopy of the procedure for insulation, EPDM, bonding and fabrication on steel surfaces by United Technologies USBI. The cover protected the attachment hardware for the first 6 minutes of flight, preventing critical components from burning, premature failure, and excessive heat damage. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Flown Wing Spar Insulator 571. Discovery Flown Leading Edge Wing Spar Insulator.

Flown Leading Edge Wing Hi-Temp Spar Insulator which was located directly inside of the Reinforced Carbon-Carbon (RCC) panel on the space shuttle orbiter wing. Used on board the shuttle Discovery, this particular part was flown on four missions; STS 60, 63, 64, and 70, before removal in Palmdale, California during modifications. Panel measures approximately 17 x 11 x 6 with appropriate numbering.

Accompanied by photocopies of extensive documentation of the positioning of the panel as well as documentation of its replacement.

In fine condition, with expected wear. Reinforced carbon-carbon is used on the wing leading edges; the nose cap, including an area immediately aft of the nose cap on the lower surface (chine panel); and the immediate area around the forward orbiter/external tank structural attachment. RCC protects areas where temperatures exceed 2,300 F during entry. The RCC panels are mechanically attached to the wing with a series of floating joints to reduce loading on the panels caused by wing deflections. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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GI Breath Sample Pouch, most likely carried to the Mir Space Station aboard the space shuttle. Beta cloth bag measures 12 x 14, labeled in both English and Russian. Labeled at the bottom, “Breath Sample Pouch,” bag has pockets and sleeve on the outside for two mouthpieces, a marker and a timer. Inside of bag is divided into two separate compartments for empty and filled sample areas, with a Velcro loop at bottom of bag as well as a small square of Velcro on the back of the bag. In fine condition. GI function was estimated using a lactulose breath-hydrogen test, with the results compiled over the length of the mission. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

573. Shuttle-era E VA S p a c e s u i t Heater Cable. Space

shuttle-era EVA space suit lower arm portion heat cable of a space suit assembly power harness. Cable measures 13˝ long and is sealed in plastic with a NASA-JSC Cleaned for Service tag, stamped “VC+UV PER, SEMU-14-001.” Looped through the bag is a JSC Parts Tag identifying the cable as “Cable, SSAPH Lower Arm,” with a small Hamilton Sundstrand label affixed to tag. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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574. Space Shuttle. Six items: flown swatch of payload bay

liner material flown on the space shuttle Columbia during the first space shuttle mission affixed to a 4.25 x 5.5 informational card; flown payload bay liner swatch, encased in Lucite against a color photo of the Discovery on the launch pad; flown limited edition patch from the eighth and final test flight of the Delta Clipper Experimental vehicle, #17/73, affixed to a color 8.5 x 11 informational sheet, detailing the flight at the White Sands Missile Range; fact sheet, one page, signed in black felt tip by pilots Bruce Peterson and Don Sorlie, and two other officials. Sheet commemorates the 40th anniversary of the first NASA M2-F1 ‘lifting body’ aircraft; unopened foil packet of “space exposed” tomato seeds, carried into space aboard the 1984 space shuttle Challenger STS-41C mission; and a commemorative embroidered wall hanging, measuring 6.25 x 9, bearing a home-made embroidered patch, quite similar to the STS-107 mission patch, honoring the crew of the Columbia. Delta Clipper is accompanied by a 1995 memo from Dale Shell, the DC-X Flight Test Manager stating, in part: “I am pleased to certify that this ‘DC-X Delta Clipper—Rapid Turn-Around’ patch was flown aboard flight 8 of the Delta Clipper Experimental…vehicle on 7 July 1995.” In fine overall condition. A more detailed description is available online at rrauction.com. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

575. Space Shuttle Insulator Cartridge.

Super neat Space Shuttle High Pressure Insulation Cartridge for separation bolts. Six-sided two-tiered honeycomb construction cartridge measures approximately 6 x 6.5 with a hole through the top for the bolt, with foam and resin insulation applied to the outside. In very good condition, with expected wear and damage, with most of foam gone. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

576. Space Shuttle Solid Rocket Boosters. Top portion of a metal Hold Down Post Pin, approximately 1.25” long, part of the Kennedy Space Center Launch Pad 39 Solid Rocket Boosters (SRB) hold down post on the Mobile Launch Platform (MLP) for the Space Shuttle. Bottom portion of pin is sheared off. Accompanied by two color satin-finish photos of the post. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

577. Space Shuttle EVA Space Suit Heat Link Switch. Very neat Shuttle-era EVA suit heat link on/off switch. Switch consists of two crisscrossed beta cloth wrapped wires, with a gold metallic female plug at one end an a On/Off toggle switch at the other end, with Velcro backing and an embroidered strip on top of the switch identifying the on and off positions. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Separation Bolt.

Used for launch Aft Separation Bolt and Screw (not flown), used during the launch of shuttle Atlantis mission STS104. The two pieces, weighing a combined 56.6 pounds, each measuring approximately 6˝ in height, with a combined height of roughly 12˝ after use. Upper portion bears a label indetifying it as “AFT Separation Bolt.”

This particular bolt was taken from the Tail Service Mount (TSM) on MLP 2. Two sets of AFT separation bolts are removed each launch from the left and right TSM on the MLP. At launch, only six bolts (no screws) are returned to Kennedy Space Center from SRB Retrieval. No screws survive the ascent into space. The only sets that survive the launch are those used on the TSM on the pad. In fine condition, with expected sheared center. Accompanied by a photocopy of a page from the ACMS Log Book identifying the bolt as being used on STS-104. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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579. Shuttle Nose Gear Extension.

Flown space shuttle thruster pyrotechnic nose gear extension.

Discharged extension measures 12˝ long and has been marked with red paint. Label identies the part as “Thruster, Pyrotechnic Nose Gear Extension,” with a manufacturer date of “03-77.” In fine condition.

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580. Solid Rocket Booster Parachute Cord Bag. Empty SRB

parachute cord bag. Olive green bag is for a forward druge chute at the top of a SRB, and has a small looped braided cord attached through a canvas loop, with painted on label reading: “Pioneer Parachute Co. Inc.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

581. Gamma Ray Observatory Model. Scarce unopened

1/25 scale paper model of the Gamma Ray Observatory, 19 x 25, produced by TRW Space and Technology Group in 1991. Model is sealed in its original plastic. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

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Finalized version of the screwdriver being used in space

Shop-test device/trainer to the STS-41 module servicing tool aka the ‘six million dollar screwdriver’ 582. STS-41 Modular Servicing Tool. One-of-a-kind module servicing tool ‘shop test’ device, used during training for the STS-41C Solar Max repair mission. This device was used at the WETF (Weightless Environment Training Facility) at the Johnson Space Center by the crew of space Shuttle Challenger (STS-41C), in preparation of their mission objective to capture, repair, and redeploy the crippled Solar Maximum Mission satellite–‘Solar Max’—that had been launched in 1980. Device, painted light blue (aka ‘Cepi-blue’), measures 23˝ high, 11.5˝ wide and weighs in at 13.35 pounds. The device was air-driven and used an impact wrench as a drive method, as any sort of electric power could not be used in the underwater facility. Top of device bears a “NASA Goddard Space Flight Center” sticker, with a “GSFC Satellite Servicing Project Property Action Control Tag,” label affixed to the bottom, filled out in an unknown hand, “Module Servicing Tool (LT-WT),” with serial number “Proto.” In fine, used condition, with areas of missing paint, and scattered dings and dents. Accompanied by two photos of the tool, one a ‘rednumbered’ NASA photo; the other a color 8 x 10 satin-finish photo of the device interfaced with the Integrated Orbital Servicer System. The importance of this device and shuttle mission cannot be understated as no one in human history had grabbed an orbiting satellite, repaired it, and redeployed in the same mission. This trainer was integral in making that mission’s success possible. Further research and images available online at RRAuction.com. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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583. Space Parts. Collection of fifteen parts, many flown, primarily

from shuttle missions, with a couple possibly from unmanned missions, and most with parts tags. Items include: two brackets, lower seat part, top plate, a red “not for flight or testing” flag, metal sleeve, Y-rod end, a pressure cap, and a strap assembly. All parts were originally auctioned off by the Kennedy Space Center. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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584. Space Parts. Collection of fifteen parts, many flown, primarily

from shuttle missions, with a couple possibly from unmanned missions, and most with parts tags. Items include: four Teflon O-rings, a section of insulation hose, two small O-rings, damping plate from Spacelab, 50 small screws, square flange, bracket, and a metal cover. All parts were originally auctioned off by the Kennedy Space Center. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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585. Space Parts. Collection of fifteen parts, many flown, primarily from

shuttle missions, with a couple possibly from unmanned missions, and most with parts tags. Items include: a bag of 33 small washers, a splice, several screws, a back-up seal, part of a ‘B’ pump assembly, barrel nut, valve, a connector, eight washers, and two connectors. All parts were originally auctioned off by the Kennedy Space Center. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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586. Space Parts. Collection of fifteen parts, many flown, primarily

from shuttle missions, with a couple possibly from unmanned missions, and most with parts tags. Items include: linen wipe, gasket, bracket, metal seal, partial sleeve, gyroscope plug, front upper attack bracket, bundle of wire, red spray-painted metal gasket, screen, and thermal seal. All parts were originally auctioned off by the Kennedy Space Center. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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587. Space Parts. Collection of twelve parts, many flown, primarily from shuttle missions, with a couple possibly from unmanned missions, and most with parts tags. Items include: a rejected weld sample, ring support, 20 connector seals, lower rod end, flight plug, and a screw. All parts were originally auctioned off by the Kennedy Space Center. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 588. Space Parts. Collection of 13 small parts, many flown, primarily from shuttle missions, with a couple possibly from unmanned missions, and most with parts tags. Items include: two metal supports, small circuit board, welding assembly, two packing rings, three washers, and eight screws. All parts were originally auctioned off by the Kennedy Space Center.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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589. Space Parts. Collection of five parts: flown Inbd Forward Insulator

removed from OV-102, complete with tag; foil insulation; a spare plug; and a two piece flown diaphragm and support, both complete with flight parts tags and 1984 cleaning labels. All parts were originally auctioned off by the Kennedy Space Center. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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590. Shuttle Payload Blankets. A nice collection

of seven Payload Bay Orbiter TCS (Thermal Control System) blankets, various sizes and configurations ranging in size from 18 x 13 up to 63 x 22, most of which have been labeled in red ink or stamps “Scrap.” In fine condition, with expected wear and some light soiling. Available to US bidders only. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

591. Payload Bay Cover. Payload bay cover thermal barrier

blanket with heater cord. Cover measures 8 x 6 x 4, with beta cloth cover gold foil insulation inside, with Velcro attachments on the bottom edges. Inside of foil is labeled “Out Rigger Port.” Unknown if the item was flown. Originally auctioned off by the Kennedy Space Center.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

592. Space Shuttle. A huge collection of approximately 300

unsigned color 8 x 10 and 10 x 8 NASA lithos of individual shuttle astronauts, as well as complete crew photos, with duplicates of many of the astronauts. Included are two photos of Christa McAuliffe and a Challenger Mission 51-L crew photo. In fine condition. An expansive collection covering a large portion of the shuttle program. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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593. STS-105 Astronaut Checklist.

Astronaut Support Personnel Checklist: STS-105 Flight Supplement, Final June 5, 2001, 5.5 x 8, 68 pages, bound with two zip ties, with six tabs including Flight Desk Switchlist, Aft Flight Deck Switchlist, Middeck Switchlist, and Cockpit Setup, signed on the front cover in black ink by three members of the crew, including Scott Horowitz and Dan Berry. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

596. Shuttle Tag. A red banner measuring 3 x 12, with “Remove Before Flight” printed on the front along with “KCS Form 4-226 (6/77),” printed along the top. There is a single punch hole at the top as well. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

594. Space Shuttle Autopens. Collection

of 57 color NASA photos, all 8 x 10, all bearing autopen signatures of the respective astronaut pictured. Signers are: James Adamson (2), James Bagain, John Blaha (3), Daniel Brandenstein, Mark Brown (2), James Buchli, Sonny Carter, John Casper, Franklin Chang, Mary Cleave, Michael Coats, Richard Covey, John Creighton, Bonnie Dunbar, Guy Gardner, Robert Gobson, Frederick Gregory (3), Steven Hawley, David Hilmers (2), Marsha Ivins, David Lesstma (2), John Lounge, S. David Low, Bruce McCandless, Michael McCulley, Richard Mullane (2), Story Musgrave, George Nelson (2), Richard Richards (2), Jerry Ross (2), Brewster Shaw (2), William Shepard, Loren Shriver (2), Ellen Shulman, Robert Springer (2), Kathryn Thornton, Pierre Thuot, David Walker, James Wetherbee, Donald Williams, and John Young (2). In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

595. Space Shuttle Crew Photos. Collection of 13 official NASA

597. STS-135. Color

8.5 x 11 cardstock photo commemorating the final shuttle mission, bearing several postage stamps, two stamped cachets, and launch and landing Kennedy Space Center cancellations, signed in black felt tip by Chris Ferguson, Doug Hurley, Sandra Magnus, and Rex Walheim. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

crew lithos, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each signed in blue or black felt tip by the respective crew members pictured. All signatures were collected by a NASA space worker while inside NASA. Crews pictured are: STS-3 (Jack Lousma and Gordon Fullerton); 51-C (Ellison Onizuka, Ken Mattingly, Loren Shriver, and Gary Payton); STS-27 (Gibson, Gardner, Ross, Shepherd, and Mullane); STS-32 (Brandenstein, Wetherbee, Ivins, Low, and Dunbar); STS-42 (Oswald, Bondar, Thagard, Grabe, Hilmers, Merbold, and Readdy); STS-49 (Thornton, Melnick, Thuot, Brandenstein, Chilton, Akers, and Hieb); 61-A (Nagel, Bluford, Jr., Messerschmid, Ockels, Furrer, Dunbar, Buchli, and Hartsfield, Jr.); STS-70 (Kregel, Currie, Henricks, Weber, and Thomas); STS-74 (McArthur, Halsell, Ross, Cameron, and Hadfield); STS-81 (Grunsfeld, Jett, Blaha, Wisoff, Linenger, Baker, and Ivins); STS-83 (Crouch, Linteris, Gernhardt, Voss, Halsell, Still, and Thomas); STS-88 (Ross, Krikalev, Cabana, Sturckow, Newman, and Currie); and STS-96 (Barry, Rominger, Payette, Ochoa, Tokarev, Husband, and Jernigan). In fine overall condition, with a horizontal crease to the STS-3 photo. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Shuttle interior flight deck protective cover 598. Shuttle Protective Cover. Large “Remove Before

Flight” protective cover, 20.5 x 33.5, stenciled in red paint “Remove Before Flight.” Panel also bears a Rockwell International Space Division label which reads, “Protective Cover Crew Module, Interior Flight Deck, Model: A700658.” In fine condition. This cover was used to protect the interior of the Shuttle from UV damage while on the ground. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

SRB thermal skirt complete with case 599. Space Shuttle Solid Rocket Booster Aft Thermal Skirt. Shuttle Solid Rocket Booster Aft Thermal Skirt. Heavy

duty skirt measures 62 x 29, consists of a quilt-like material, with 10 vertical pockets and eight small loops of webbing, and would be located by the nozzle. Smaller end of blanket has a 17˝ metal brace, and center of blanket is stenciled “For Test Only.” Blanket is housed in its original zip-up reusable cover.

Skirts used during launch were destroyed during the process.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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600. Space Shuttle Solid Rocket Booster Forward Access Door Gasket. Solid

Rocket Booster Forward Skirt Door Gasket. Curved metal framed forward skirt door gasket measures 36.5 x 39. Gasket has been changed out and decommissioned by NASA for having a gouge in the rubber gasket.

An orange Non-Conforming Materials tag has been attached to the frame, with “Gouge in rubber,” written on the reverse in an unknown hand. A KSC Form 29-329 UnServiceable Flight Hardware tag has also been attached to frame, and the gouge is identified with a piece of yellow duct tape with an arrow pointing to the imperfection. In fine condition. Accompanied by two photos of a gasket in place on the SRB, and a photocopy of the Kennedy Space Center problem report, dated June 24, 1997, identifying the gouge and the actions taken. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Incredibly elusive astronaut candidate 601. Stephen D. Thorne. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Thorne in

his blue flight suit next to a space shuttle model, signed in black felt tip “Steve Thorne.” In fine condition, with light paperclip impression at the top of the photo and a couple other surface impressions. Thorne is rated the toughest astronaut signature to acquire as he was killed shortly after being selected as an astronaut. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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602. STS-135. Color glossy cardstock 10 x 8 NASA photo of the crew posing in their flight suits against a patriotic background, signed in black felt tip by Christopher Ferguson, Douglas Hurley, Rex Walheim, and Sandy Magnus. In fine condition. The four person crew of this final shuttle mission was the smallest since the STS-6 in April of 1983. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 603. STS-127. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Endeavour crew, signed in black felt tip by Mark Polansky, Doug Hurley, Chris Cassidy, Julie Payette, Thomas Marshburn, David Wolf, and Tim Kopra. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

604. STS-135. Color

11 x 8.5 laserprint photo of the shuttle crew posing in their blue flightsuits with a small shuttle model, signed in black felt tip by Chris Ferguson, Doug Hurley, Sandra Magnus, and Rex Walheim. In fine condition. Consignor notes signatures were acquired by a KSC worker. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

605. STS-134. Color

11 x 8.5 NASA photo of the final crew of the Endeavour, signed in black felt tip by Mark Kelly, Gregory H. Johnson, Michael Fincke, Greg Chamitoff, Andrew Feustel, and Roberto Vittori. In fine condition, with a few scattered light bends and creases.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Over 700 square feet of Kapton foil 606. Kapton Foil. A

complete unused roll of Kapton foil, still strapped to its original base and contained in its original Dunmore shipping box.

Label on base states the width of the foil as 48 inches, total weight of five pounds, and 184.2 feet long with a total square footage of 737 feet. Label also states date of manufacture is June 30, 1999. Made by the Dunmore Corporation for the Boeing Company. Kapton polyimide film possesses a unique combination of properties, including excellent chemical resistance and the ability to maintain its excellent physical, electrical and mechanical properties over a wide temperature range, which is why it has been used extensively during the US Manned Space Program. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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607. Solid Rocket Booster Tunnel. Shuttle Solid

Rocket Booster system tunnel. Front portion of the splice plate system tunnel measures 4.5 x 5.5, is labeled in an unknown hand “Class 3 Not for Flight,” and also has a Non-Conforming Material tag affixed through one hole. Plate comes with two bolts. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

608. Space Shuttle UCD EVA Space Suit Assembly. Shuttle-

era EVA disposable Urine Collection Device (UCD), manufactured by Boeing. Device is stored in a sealed bag, along with an identification tag, along with a NASA-JSC ‘Cleaned for Service’ label, stamped “Maintain Clean,” and dated June 20, 1994. A JSC Project Parts Tag is looped through the top of the bag, identifying the item. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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609. Shuttle Wing Insulation. A flown section of shuttle wing insulation from one of the orbiters. Section measures approximately 15.5 x 11 x 5 and bears a serial number of 001, and decommissioned with red paint. The outer surface is made of Inconel, selected for its excellent durability in radiant heat applications. The insulator mounts directly behind the leading edge and would protect the aluminum structure of the orbiter’s wing. This part would have been replaced after several missions and having logged millions of miles. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Outstanding array of autographed NASA photos honoring Slayton’s 1982 retirement from NASA, including five of the ill-fated Challenger crew

610. Deke Slayton. Collection of 70 color 8 x 10 NASA astronaut photos, four of which are ‘rednumbered,’ nearly all signed and inscribed in ink to Slayton with congratulatory messages celebrating his retirement. Signers are: Judith Resnik, Ronald McNair, Ellison Onizuka, Dick Scobee, Michael Smith, Vance Brand, Franklin Chang, Owen Garriott, Richard Mullane, Hank Hartsfield, Charlie Bolden, Jr., Guion Bluford, Jr., Daniel Brandenstein, S. David Griggs, John Blaha, John Fabian, Anna Fisher, Anthony England, Joseph Kerwin, David Leestma, Terry Hart, Frederick Gregory, Karl Henize, Frederick Hauck, John Lounge, Jack Robert Lousma, Shannon Lucid, Jon McBride, Steven Hawley, William Lenoir, Don Lind, Robert Gibson, Robert Overmyer, William Fisher, Charles Fullerton, Steven Nagel, George Nelson, Bryan O’Connor, Robert Parker (2), David Hilmers, Jeffrey Hoffman, Jerry Ross, Sally Ride, James Van Hoften, David Walker, Margaret Seddon, Donald Williams, Brewster Shaw, William Thornton, Norman Thagard, Richard Truly, Robert Stewart, Kathryn Sullivan, Sherwood Spring, Robert Springer, Lore Shriver, Dale Gardner, Ronald Grabe, Guy Gardner, Bonnie Dunbar, Michael Coats, John Creighton, Mary Cleave, Roy Bridges, Jr., James Buchli, Donald Peterson, James Bagian, Joe Allen, and one other. In overall fine condition. A truly one-of-a-kind collection of excellent NASA photos, featuring some of the organization’s most mourned—and celebrated— members. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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A complete set of covers postmarked January 28, 1986, each signed by one of the seven ill-fated Challenger crew members

611. Challenger. Complete set of seven Challenger postal covers, each postmarked January 28, 1986, and each signed in black ink by an individual Challenger astronaut.

Signers are: Greg Jarvis, adding “51-D,”; S. Christa McAuliffe; Ronald McNair, adding “Shuttle Astronaut”; Ellison Onizuka, adding “Feb. 6, 1979”; Judith A. Resnik; Michael J. Smith; and Dick Scobee. In fine condition.

An exceptional offering, preserving the crew members’ last moments before embarking on the tragic mission. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Bolts flown aboard Challenger’s Spacelab 612. Challenger Spacelab Screw Bolts. A packet of

six bolts flown on Spacelab-2, carried on Challenger mission STS-51F. Packet is sealed in plastic, with a KSC 4-8A form filled out by a technician, stamped “Flight Flown on SL 02.”

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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613. Challenger. Flown printed fabric American flag, 5.75 x 4,

flown aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger from February 3–11, 1984.

Flag is affixed to a 19.5 x 15.5 mount, along with a printed inscription which reads, “Presented to Ambassador Gordon R. Beyer, with respect and appreciation for his enduring contributions to the United States of America,” and signed by James A. Abrahamson, the Associate Administrator for Space Flight at NASA, and also with two photos of the shuttle taking off and landing. Framed to an overall size of 22 x 18.

Some light spotting and toning to card bearing signature, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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614. Challenger. Collec-

tion of 38 items, almost all relating to the Challenger disaster. Items include: a blank Teacher in Space application packet; a Teacher in Space NASA fact sheet; 32 commemorative covers honoring the crew and mission; a program from the January 31, 1986, memorial; a copy of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident; a NASA landing parking pass; and a certificate of appreciation issued to John D. Williams in support of the accident investigation. In overall fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

615. Christa McAuliffe. Truly unique postal cover bearing a ‘Teacher in Space, NASA’ color sticker, postmarked January 28, 2011, signed in black felt tip, “S. Christa McAuliffe.” Given to McAuliffe to sign before the tragic Challenger mission, the collector then sent the uncancelled cover to the Kennedy Space Center post officer for the postmarked date, which marks the 25th anniversary of the STS-51L Challenger explosion. The stamp used features an image of the Challenger. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

616. Christa McAuliffe. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of the first

teacher in space, Christa McAuliffe, in her blue NASA flight suit and holding a model of the space shuttle that would soon seal her fate, crisply signed in black felt tip, “S. Christa McAuliffe.” In fine condition, with scattered light toning along the edges and on the reverse, and some trivial soiling to the bottom left corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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viking & space ship 1 619. Viking. Original print of a NASA film of Viking tests at Roswell. Film is housed in a 3.75-inch diameter canister, and labeled “Viking-BLDT; PHO-1-4; Location: Rosewell; Date: 8/13/72; Description: Project-BLDT.” In fine condition. The Balloon Launched Decelerator Test (BLDT) was a program which deployed four 16.1m diameter Viking parachutes in high altitude terrestrial tests. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 622. SpaceShipOne. Uncirculated flown two dollar bill, #I15894608A, flown aboard both the X Prize flights of SpaceShipOne, on September 29 and October 4, 2004, signed on the portrait side by astronauts Mike Melvill and Brian Binnie, both adding the date of their respective flight.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, printed on flown stationery, signed by Melvill and Binnie attesting to the status of the bill, also noting that this is a limited edition, #6/10, initialled by both astronauts, as well as a composite photo taken at the time of signing the certificate. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

620. Viking. Color unclassified print of a Viking training film. Film

is housed in a 3.75-inch canister labeled “13 Aug. 72…Viking (On Board), Print (#1843)…Project BLDT Aft Milliken Camera.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

621. Viking. Collection of four original films from Viking testing, all from 1972: a master entitled “Viking on Board AV-2”; and three prints from Roswell for “Viking—BLDT.” In fine overall condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Crucial flown Hubble DBA cover 623. Hubble Telescope DBA Thermal Cover, EVA Tool. Flown and used Hubble Space Telescope

Diode Box Assembly cover, SN 1001, flown on shuttle mission STS-109 in March of 2002, and used during servicing of the Hubble telescope. This cover, one of just three made, measures 34 x 6.5 and is made of perforated Kapton blanketing mounted to an aluminum alloy backing plate with Delrin retaining clips.

This particular cover was carried aboard the Columbia and mounted in pouches on top of the Second Axial Carrier (SAC), a Space Support Equipment (SSE) carrier located in the middle of the cargo bay of the orbiter. This flown artifact is listed in Swales Aerospace Crew Aids and Tools.

Applied on either the DBA or DBA2 on the Hubble during a spacewalk, this cover protected the Diode Box Assembly components within the specified survival limits for up to 10 hours, and are designed to withstand temperatures between +80/-80° C. In fine condition. Cover is listed in Swales Aerospace Crew Aids and Tools catalog. One of just three made, this particular piece of flown equipment played a vital role in protecting sensitive equipment during astronaut EVA operations. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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Contingency cover flown to the Hubble 624. Hubble Space Telescope Contingency Cover. Flown

Fixed Head Star Tracker (FHST) Contingency cover, SN #1001, flown on board Columbia mission STS-109 (SM3B). Made of Teflon Kapton blanketing material with Nomex straps, and measures 65 x 38 x 5 unfolded. Carried with two other covers, this was the contingency cover to be used only if needed, The function of the covers was to block direct sunlight and parFurther images available online at RRAuction.com. ticulates from entering the Fixed Head Star Tracker during the PCU changeout on the Hubble. The covers were essentially blankets that retract in window-shade style when not in use, and would be installed on a prior spacewalk during the mission and deployed on the PCU change out day. Cover comes in its original Goddard Space Flight Center shipping case which was sent to the Kennedy Space Center during flight preparations for a Hubble service mission. In fine condition. Cover is listed in Swales Aerospace Crew Aids and Tools catalog. Flown Hubble Space Telescope astronaut crew aids and tools have never before been offered. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

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Large Hubble Solar Array Bistem Brace, flown three times 625. Hubble Space Telescope Solar Array Bistem Brace. Flown Solar Array Bistem Brace, SN 1002, flown a total of three times, including Columbia’s last successful mission. The brace is constructed of aluminum and stainless steel comprised of three telescoping tubes with solar array interfaces at both ends of the tool and measures 112˝ long. The Bistem Braces (three telescoping tubes with solar array interfaces at both ends of the tool) were designed to provide (on orbit) structural support in the event of a bent or distorted HST Solar Array II. Serial Numbers 1001-1008 flew on STS-82 (Hubble Space Telescope Servicing Mission 2 (HST SM2)) aboard the space shuttle, Discovery, in February 1997. They were located on the underside of the Second Axial Carrier (SAC). Serial Numbers 1001-1008 flew a second time aboard Discovery for the STS-103 (HST SM3A) mission in December 1999 and were mounted on the Orbital Replacement Unit Carrier (ORUC). Finally, Serial Numbers 1001-1004 flew on STS-109 (HST SM3B) aboard Columbia in March 2002. These were mounted on the Rigid Array Carrier (RAC). None of the Bistem Braces were ever needed during the three mission EVAs. In fine condition. Cover is listed in Swales Aerospace Crew Aids and Tools catalog. Swales Aerospace made a total of only nine Solar Array Bistem Brace tools ever, per NASA contract, for the Hubble program office at Goddard Space Flight Center, MD. A large and important contingency piece for the Hubble, exposed three times to the rigors of space. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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Never before offered hi-fidelity second generation Hubble model originally from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope Program Office at Goddard Space Flight Center 626. Hubble Space Telescope. Very scarce metal-finish second generation Hubble Space Telescope NASA model. Model measures approximately 13˝ high, 11˝ wide with arrays, and has a 4˝ diameter at the low gain antennae. The model is incredibly detailed with every panel on the telescope and array labeled for easy reference. Telescope comes with its original 10.75 x 8.25 base which accompanied only a limited number of the models. A model such as this one can be seen being used by NASA engineers in several NASA documentaries, including the Hubble’s IMAX movie, as well as documentaries from Nova and National Geographic. In fine condition. A masterpiece of museum quality model making. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

Extra large Hubble MLI blanket piece with over 1.5 billion flown nautical space miles 627. Flown Hubble Space Telescope MLI Blanket Extra Large Acrylic Display. Flown limited edition Hubble Space Telescope polymide film, #12/17, retrieved during a 1999 shuttle mission. Film measures 2.75 x 1.25 and is encased in Lucite against a color informational photo display, with the reverse bearing an image of the Hubble with an arrow pointing to where the material was removed. Information reads, “This aluminized polymide film is from an original multi-layer insulation (MLI) blanket covering the exterior of the Hubble Space Telescope. It was removed on December 24, 1999 from the Support System Module’s Bay 10 door during Servicing Mission 3A by STS-103 astronauts Steven Smith and John Grunsfeld. This material flew on-orbit more than 1.5 billion miles from the April 24, 1990 launch of STS-31 (Hubble deployment) to the STS-103 landing on December 27, 1999.” In fine condition. A much bigger sample than usually found. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Never before offered first generation Hubble model originally from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope Program Office at Goddard Space Flight Center 628. Hubble Space Telescope NASA Model. Extremely rare NASA first generation model of the Hubble Space Telescope. This is not

a contractor’s model, but a working model used by NASA engineers and personnel. Model measures approximately 13˝ high, 12˝ wide with the array panels, and 4˝ in diameter. The carefully detailed model, with articulating high gain antennae, has every panel and bay labeled for easy reference when necessary. This model originates from the Hubble Program Office at the Goddard Space Flight Center, and was used as a reference by the engineers if any issues arose. In fine condition, with light overall staining from exposure to cigarette smoke. Models such as this one can be seen in various NASA documentaries pertaining to the earlier Hubble Service Missions, including being seen on the consoles at Mission Control during the Hubble Service Missions. This type of model has never been offered before, and it is certain that few others, if any, survived the rigors of NASA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

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629. Aviation Conferences. Collec-

miscellaneous 632. Gene Cernan.

tion of 38 unsigned brochures, programs, badges, booklets and other printed materials from various events and conferences. Among the pieces featured are Neil Armstrong’s table place card, from the July 2003 National Aviation Hall of Fame President’s Reception and Dinner, where Armstrong was in attendance to commemorate the 100th anniversary of flight; three issues of the National Aviation Hall of Fame Heroes and Legends magazine; table seating card for an attendee who sat with Mr. and Mrs. Bill Anders, Frank Borman, and Mr. and Mrs. James Lovell; program and reception ticket for The Society of Experimental Test Pilots held in 2003; program from the 2006 Orbit Awards; ticket for a 2004 luncheon for the Society of Experimental test Pilots; program from the 2002 Denver Museum of Nature and Science’s A Night of Stars Gala; and two separate reports from the Aerospace Profession symposiums held in 2003 and 2004. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Forty items: an eclectic mix of paper currency, coins, and novelty pieces accumulated by Gene Cernan during a 1973 trip around the world. Countries include India, Indonesia, Singapore, France, and Nigeria. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

633. NASA Spoons. Nine silver spoons, each honoring NASA or 630.

NASA.

Twenty-three items: unique collection of space-themed items including promotional brochures, souvenir publications, and parking or viewing passes for various missions ranging from Apollo to Viking.

Overall very good to fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

a specific mission. Missions are: Apollo 11 (two different), 12, 13 (two different), 14 (two different), 15, and 16. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

634. NASA. Fifteen items: Three NASA-issued single-sided 33 1/3

631. NASA Photos. Collection of 36 unsigned vintage glossy

NASA photos, both 8 x 10 and 10 x 8. Photos cover a wide range of subjects including mission and equipment preparations, crew photos, artist’s renditions of moon landings, training, and moon missions. In fine condition, with binder dings or partial punch holes to one edge of most of the photos. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

rpm radio presentation records, each with weekly reports on different Apollo projects. Records are titled: “The Space Story,” “NASA Audio News Features #25 Apollo 17 Mission,” and “NASA Special Report #90, Skylab: Manned Space Workshop.” Albums come in blank sleeves with no covers present; four space-related 33 1/3 rpm albums: Apollo 11: The First Manned Lunar Expedition, ‘Eagle Has Landed’ Man’s Journey to the Moon, A Recording of the Historic Space Voyage of America’s First Astronaut, and The Incredible Journey of Apollo 8; and Eight smaller space-related albums, both 33 1/3 and 45 rpm: Lunar Landing on the Moon, Man on the Moon, National Geographic’s Sounds of the Space Age, First Man on the Moon, Apollo…Amen by Street, Voices From the Moon, Man on the Moon, and a Russian album commemorating Yuri Gagarin’s 1961 flight. In very good condition, with expected cover wear, scattered creasing and toning, and a few edge separations. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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635. Robert McCall.

Signed book: The Art of Robert McCall: A Celebration of Our Future in Space, with an Introduction by Ray Bradbury. First edition, first printing. NY: Bantam Books, 1992. Hardcover with dustjacket, 11.5 x 11.5. Signed on the first free-end page in black felt tip, “Robert F. McCall, 21/9/97,” adding a sketch reminiscent of a celestial landscape. In fine condition, with scattered light wear and rubbing to the cover. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

639. Project Hasp.

Original 16mm unclassified film from the United States Naval Ordnance Laboratory of a Project Hasp Test. Film is housed in a 7-inch diameter canister, with a label on the cover reading, “Project Hasp: NASA film of Balloon Ejection tests in 41´ vacuum sphere…Langley Field, Va., B&W Rev. Dupe—1000 fps; Ft. 327; Unclassified.” A handwritten label on the reel reads, “Hasp–Robin Ejection Tests—NASA, Langley Field, Va., Feb 60.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

636. Happy Bottom Riding Club. A

fragment of brick from Pancho Barnes Happy Bottom Riding Club.

Fragment is framed against a printed background of the site of the former club, to an overall size of 8.75 x 7. Barnes was Hollywood’s first female stunt pilot. Just before World War II she opened a ranch near Edwards Air Force Base that became a famous hangout for test pilots and movie stars. Known as the ‘Happy Bottom Riding Club,’ it became the epicenter of the aviation world during the early jet age. The club was destroyed by a fire in 1953. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

637. Lockheed Missile Balloon Test. Origi-

nal unclassified film of a Lockheed Missile Balloon Test. Film is housed in a 9.5-inch diameter canister, with a Lockheed Missiles and Space Company label on the cover, filled in in an unknown hand, “Unclassified…3-18-71…600’ B/W & Col. Print & Orig.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

640. NASA. Light blue long-sleeve NASA lab coat, size XL. Coat features a snap up front, a NASA patch over the right breast, and a name tag sewn to the left breast. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Astronaut Pins. Collection of nine

astronaut pins: a 1.75˝ diameter pin honoring John Glenn; four identical 3.5˝ pins honoring Gordon Cooper’s mission; two identical 3.5˝ pins commemorating the Apollo 8 mission; and two different 3.5˝ diameter pins honoring the Apollo 11 mission.

In fine overall condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

638. Parachute Tests.

Original film of a 1967 NASA parachute test. Film is housed in a 7.5-inch diameter canister and comes with a filled in “Record of Phone Call,” sheet of G. T. Schjeldahl stationery, which reads, in part: “Parachute Film & Tie Bars. Summary: 1. He wants to get our official comments on the 770 parachute film he sent us. 2. He noted that only 25 tie bars had been sent instead of 29. He doesn’t have enough and may buy some from the time shops himself.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Tin Lapel Badges and North American Aviation.

Two sets of pins: Interesting collection of 22 souvenir and commemorative lapel pins, ranging in diameter from 1˝ up to 3.5˝, including pins honoring various mission of the Shuttle, six official guest pins for shuttle launches, and two ‘presidential’ campaign pins for members of the Apollo 11 crew; and two North American Aviation pins, each approximately 1.25 x 1 and designed to resemble an aircraft, given to employees in the 1960s and 1970s, with these two pins accompanied by their original presentation boxes. In overall fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Huge and striking signed ‘Power To Go’

643. Paul Calle. Huge and visually powerful limited

edition giclee on canvas of Calle’s work entitled ‘Power To Go,’ 43 x 24, #7/50. Work captures the immense size and power of the first seconds of liftoff of a Saturn V moon rocket with all five F-1 rockets firing. Signed and numbered by Calle in the lower right corner. Very nicely cloth matted and framed with museum glass ®, to an overall size of 53.25 x 46. In fine condition. A beautifully presented spectacular image by Calle, who was one of the eight original artists selected for NASA’s fine art program. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

644. Space Collection. A large

collection of items originally owned by retired longtime NASA engineer John Reid. Personal items include: Reed’s NASA Manned Spacecraft Center hard helmet; his Kennedy Space Center identification card, marked ‘Retired’ at the top; one of his NASA mechanical pencils, a presentation medallion given to Reid as a member of the NASA/SCO Launch Team, July 16, 1969; a 25th anniversary presentation medallion; as well as a small square of shuttle heat shield, presented to Reid and housed in a small Lucite square.

Remainder of the items are housed in 23 individually frames of various sizes and include unsigned photos, NASA letters and memos (with printed signatures), and assorted commendations and certificates of appreciation (also with printed signatures). Some of the items include: a February 11, 1986, memo from Director R. G. Smith sent out after the Challenger explosion; a large display with a color image of Snoopy and a humorous certificate stating Reid is “certified to apply sealant to Skylab nose cones and subject the said sealant to a water test just prior to launch”; printed certificates in appreciation of Reid’s work on all the Skylab missions, a medallion, and a small swatch of unflown Skylab parasol; a letter from the Skylab I crew; a memo which accompanied an Apollo 8 medallion; an original ink and watercolor sketch of Buck Rogers, signed and inscribed to Reid in pencil by artist Rick Yager; Reid’s 1988 retirement certificate; and a composite photo of various launches and landing and Kennedy Space center, signed by Reid’s co-workers upon his retirement. In very good to fine overall condition. Please note: due to the size and quantity of the items in this collection, additional shipping costs will be necessary and are the responsibility of the winning bidder. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce mid-1960s satellite frame 645. Satellite Frame. An unusual and early octagonal satellite spaceframe of the Initial Defense Satellite Communications System series,

l964-68. The eight sided aluminum frame and honeycomb bulkhead measures approximately 36˝ high, with a diameter at the top and bottom of 12˝ and an approximate diameter at its widest point in the center measuring 33˝. Each panel consists of two triangular parts meeting at a central square panel. Inside of some of the panels and braces bear part numbers. This prototype vehicle retains the launch separation sensors, the rocket and tank propulsion system, and some various wiring and hardware. In fine condition, with minor handling wear and exposure. A rare opportunity to own a rare mid-1960s space vehicle. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

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“Dave Scott is extremely pleased with the performance of our first lunar rover” 646. Astronauts. Collection of nine letters consisting of three

ALSs and five TLSs, dated between 1967 and 1971. Letters are signed by astronauts Fred Haise, John Young, Jim McDivitt, Bruce McCandless II, William Thornton, Don Lind, Jerry Carr, Gordon Fullerton, and Bob Overmyer. A small sampling of the letters includes: from Jerry Carr, “Dave Scott is extremely pleased with the performance of our first lunar rover. As we hoped, it performed better than advertised. It promises to be a decided asset to Apollo 16 & 17.”; and Bob Overmyer writes: “I doubt the death of the three Russian cosmonauts will have much impact on our program, especially since they announced that it was due to a space craft failure. It is hard to argue with the success of our Apollo command module.” In fine condition, with some mild toning to a few letters. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

648. Paul Calle and Robert McCall. Two satin-finish 10 x 8 photos, one featuring Calle proudly displaying an oversized image of his ‘First Man on the Moon’ stamp, signed in black felt tip, “Paul Calle, First Man on the Moon Stamp Artist, 1969”; and the other of McCall in a pinstripe suit, holding a sheet of Space stamps he designed, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

649. Robert McCall. Vibrant

647. Orbiting Astronomical Observatory. Grumman Orbit-

ing Astronomical Observatory 1/32 scale model, measuring 7.5 x 8 x 6.5 on its display stand. This is a model of one of four orbiting observatories launched between 1966 and 1972 by NASA to provide astronomical data in the ultraviolet and X-ray wavelengths filtered out by the earth’s atmosphere. Only two of the four launches were successful, however. OAO-2, launched in 1968, and OAO-3, which was also called Copernicus, launched in 1972. Carrying what was at that time the largest telescope ever orbited and three smaller Xray telescopes, OAO-3 was primarily used in the study of ultraviolet radiation from interstellar gas and dust and from stars near the edges of the Milky Way. Scattered wear and surface marks to model and base. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

original signed color ink sketch of a shuttle launch with the message, ‘Benefiting Mankind,’ postmarked May 21, 1981, with six different stamps designed

by McCall, on a white 9.25 x 4 First Day Cover, featuring a cachet honoring his artistic achievements, signed at the bottom in black ballpoint, “Robert McCall.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 15.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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650. Mars Rover Mission. Breathtaking crystal clear unsigned color satin-finish 50.5 x 9.25 panoramic photo of one of the Mars rovers investigating a boulder, taken from the lander. Rolled and in fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100) 651. A Step Into the Universe Super Slides. Complete

original Pana-Vue Super Slide Presentation of A Step Into the Universe, containing all 72 color 2 x 2 slides featuring images from NASA’s Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo projects, its GAF slide viewer, and log of manned space flights. All are housed in the original box. In fine condition, with scattered wear and creasing to box. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

652. Moon. An unusual pair of lunar stereoviews, 6.75 x 3.5, each showing twin images of the moon, one published by Joseph L. Bates of Boston, with the other having no photographer’s credit, but bearing a two-cent revenue stamp on the reverse. In fine condition, with light silvering to both images. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Deck Angle Gauge which failed during Voyager’s record-breaking flight 653. Voyager. Flown Deck Angle Gauge flown on board the Voyager during testing and its record-setting around the world flight. The deck gauge (Inclinometer) is a three-inch panel mount unit with a 7:30 o’clock resetting knob. Manufactured for the Air Force by Jaeger Watch Company of New York, gauge bears serial number “AF43-2034.”This gauge was used as an aid in weighing the aircraft in flight to determine the weight of the aircraft, by using the indicated angle-of-attack. Side of the gauge has been signed with a electric engraving pen by Dick Rutan, who engraved “Dick Rutan, World Flt Dec 1986, Voyager.” This gauge actually failed during the flight, making it impossible to calculate the aircraft’s weight.

Accompanied by a photocopied letter of authenticity from Lee Heeron, Voyager ‘5’ (Shop/ Technical Technician, Assistant Crew Chief, Public Relations) during Voyager’s development and flight. Letter reads, in part; “Voyager’s pilot’s planned to use the instrument that I, Lee Herron…had supplied to them ‘on loan’ to use as an aid in weighing the aircraft while in flight…The book, Voyager, contains an accounting of the use and ultimate in-flight failure of the subject…Prior to the internment of the Voyager aircraft above the reception desk in the Air and Space Museum…Dick Rutan and I removed the subject instrument from the Voyager’s instrument panel and replaced it with a twin ‘un-flown’…Dick Rutan then inscribed the right side of the black case using an electric engraving pen.” Also accompanied by Jeana Yeager’s signed Voyager ID badge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

654. Happy Bottom Riding Club. A fragment of timber from Pancho Barnes Happy Bot-

tom Riding Club. Fragment measures approximately 2.25 x 1.25 and is framed against a printed background of the site of the former club, to an overall size of 8.75 x 7. Barnes was Hollywood’s first female stunt pilot. Just before World War II she opened a ranch near Edwards Air Force Base that became a famous hangout for test pilots and movie stars. Known as the ‘Happy Bottom Riding Club,’ it became the epicenter of the aviation world during the early jet age. The club was destroyed by a fire in 1953. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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