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Sale 105
June 30 - July 1 2018 Manuscript, Space and Collectibles Sale
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Lot 744 |
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Project Gemini Collection, Gordon Cooper 4 Signed Pieces, Lovell/Borman Signed Photo & GT-4 Tracking Map. Fine collection of Project Gemini Astronaut signed pieces. From Gemini 5, four separate autographs by Gordon Cooper, the best a fine vintage original 8 x 10 B&W from 1963 of the Mercury Atlas 9 beside its umbilical tower signed "To Ken, Gordon Cooper, My 1st Ride into Space" two signed covers, one recognizing a Decade of Achievements in Space, the other a signed envelope Cooper signed for a doctor in Budapest, and finally a signed card matted with a photo of Cooper. From Gemini 7, a signed vintage 8 x 10" B&W NASA photo dated 1965, autographed by James Lovell and Frank Borman. Rounding out the collection is a scarce Gemini 4 tracking map. All pieces is excellent condition. Estimate Value $500 - UP
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$320 |
Lot 745 |
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Rare Gemini VII, Flown Patch Encased in Lucite with Engraved Plaque. Very rare commemorative of the Gemini VII flight piloted by Col. Frank Borman, USAF and Capt. James Lovell, USN on December 4-18. 1965. Patch is mounted on one side of bronze plaque so lucite disc can be flipped to see patch or the descriptive plaque. Disc measures 5 x 5 x 1 ½" and is in fantastic condition. Lucite itself barely has rubs or scratches and has remained crystal clear. Patch, like others we have seen, is dulled but very legible, the torch symbol and names quite evident. From the personal collection of a long time and beloved NASA employee. Estimate Value $500 - UP
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$810 |
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