Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 49

Manuscript, Collectibles and Aerospace Auction

Apollo Program

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 107		Apollo 11, 1969, Al Stevens Original Pen & Ink Crew Patch "Eagle" Drawing (framed to 6.5x8.5") This original pen and ink drawing was used by Stevens in the conceptualizing of the "Eagle" used in the final crew patch design. This drawing is one of only nine in existence. Each of the nine is different and unique. An important piece of Apollo 11 history. Stevens is credited for having created the final designs for the Apollo 1, 7, 9 and 10 patches and for having worked on the Apollo 11, 12 and 17 patches. All of his work makes a beautiful addition to any collection. Estimated Value $500 - 750. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $288
Lot 108		Apollo 11, 1969, Artist Al Steven's Crew Patch Artwork. An unusual lot of four different crew patch artworks by Al Stevens, including: 1) a printed sketch (9x10", small faults) of the "Eagle" that has been "hand retouched" by the artist, 2) two small, vintage color photos (4.75x4.75") of the artist's concept art (One is of the original concept painting included as a lot in this sale) and, 3) a small vintage color photo (4x8") of the finished, accepted patch design. A great, unusual lot. Estimated Value $350 - 500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $210
Lot 109		Apollo 11, Beta Cloth Crew Patch. An interesting lot that includes a Beta cloth crew patch (6x6") along with three similar United States flags (about 2x1.5"), an Apollo 11 Mission Report (NASA, 217pp., soft cover, extensive water damage to the front cover, interior wrinkled but fine). ALSO included is a July 30, 1973 typed letter on NASA letterhead to Deke Slayton from Christopher Kraft, JSC, Director saying, in part, "On the Apollo 11 mission a special die was flown for later use in fabricating a commemorative medallion to be distributed to those individuals who made significant contributions to the success of the Apollo Program. A limited number of stainless steel medallions …was made. Please accept the enclosed medallion…". A great letter with minor faults, but unfortunately without the medallion which has been separated from it through time. A nice lot. Estimated Value $350 - 500. E. the Donald "Deke" Slayton Estate collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $216
Lot 110		Apollo 11, 1969, Beta Cloth Crew Patch (10x14") An unusually large Apollo 11 crew patch printed on Beta cloth. This was probably designed for the back of a jacket. The details of the patch are unusually sharp and clear. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $156
Lot 111		Apollo 11, 1972, Crew Patch Beta Cloth (5x5") The Beta cloth is inset into a Presentation Board (11x11") with autopen crew autographs at the bottom. Striking and desirable. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $156
Lot 112		Apollo 11, 1972, Crew Patch Beta Cloth (5x5") The Beta cloth is inset into a Presentation Board (11x11") with autopen crew autographs at the bottom. Striking and desirable. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $156
Lot 113		Apollo 11, 1969, NASA Glossy Color Photos with Red ID Numbers. A massive lot of NASA 8x10" color glossy photos with red numbers (x81), with blue numbers (x29) and with handstamped numbers on the reverse (x20). A fair amount of duplication, but not the usual run of "stock" photos. Some faults, but mostly quite clean and attractive. Viewing recommended. Estimated Value $500 - 750. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $334
Lot 114		Apollo 11, 1969, NASA Publicity Photos. Lot of 200+ NASA 8x10" black and white publicity photos, some with purple handstamped descriptions on the reverse. Not the usual PR photos and many from behind-the-scenes. A fair degree of duplication, but well worth examination. Some faults, but basically a nice, clean lot. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $834
Lot 115		Apollo 11, 1969, Edwin Aldrin's Eigth Grade Report Card. This orange/yellow two-sided report card was issued by the Mt. Hebron Junior High School, Montclair, N.J. Public Schools for the year ending June 21, 1943. Ten subjects are listed (ie. Health, Music, Art, Print, Shop, English, Math, Social Science, General Science and Latin). The card also shows him absent 18 times and tardy twice. The grades are mostly B's and C's with a few A's sprinkled through. The reverse has been signed by his mother, Mrs. E. E. Aldrin (x4) and once by his father, E. E. Aldrin. There is some moisture damage to the card resulting in minor ink smearing but this pales against the historic perspective of this card. Viewing it will bring back personal memories of when a student was graded not only on his subjects, but also on: 1) "Exerts his best Effort", 2) "Works Well With Others", 3) "Works without follow-up" and 4) "Practices Courtesy". And the kids think they have it hard today. Those were the days…. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 116		Apollo 11, 1979, AIAA 10th Anniv. Moon Rock Presentation Model (1.5x1") This simulated moon rock is mounted in a clear lucite case (2.25x2.25x3.5") with a descriptive base that reads: "AIAA Banquet / 10th Anniversary, First Manned Lunar Landing / Houston, 20 July 1979". According to MC Bill Dana, this "rock" was a limited party favor mainly to those on the dais. Excellent overall condition and a great piece of memorabilia. Estimated Value $250 - 350. Ex. the comedian Bill Dana/Jose Jimenez collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $253
Lot 117		Apollo 11, 1979, "10th Anniversary AIAA Banquet" Presentation Moon Rock Model (1.5x1") This simulated moon rock is mounted in a clear plastic lucite case (2.25x2.25x3.5") with a descriptive base that reads: "AIAA Banquet / 10th Anniversary / First Manned Lunar Landing / Houston, 20 July 1979". We had originally thought that "party favor" was given to all who attended the banquet, but subsequent discussion with Bill Dana (who MC'd the banquet as Jose Jiminez) seems to indicate that this item was given only to honored guests on the podium. In either case, this simulated moon rock is quite rare and highly desirable. Minor display case rubs should not detract. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $192
Lot 118		Apollo 11, 1969, White House Invitation to Deke Slayton. The original telegram inviting Deke and Mrs Slayton to the August 13th Apollo 11 Dinner in Los Angeles held in honor of the Apollo 11 astronauts. "Formal Invitation follows". An important and seldom seen Apollo 11 document. Estimated Value $250 - 350. Ex. the Donald "Deke" Slayton Estate collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $144
Lot 119		Apollo Program, c1969, Lunar Module Gold Foil (5") This round mylar foil radiation shield shows silver foil on one side and gold foil on the other. There are four pieces of yellow tape holding multiple layers of mylar foil together. This foil was used to protect key parts of the Lunar Module from radiation during construction, transportation and stacking while here on earth. Most people forget that radiation, while not as strong as in space, is still present here on earth (ie. sunburn is the result of radiation). Not flown, but a scarce piece of lunar memorabilia that is seldom seen. Estimated Value $150 - 250. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 120		Apollo 12, 1969, FLOWN, CSM Orbital Photo Chart A (10.5x7.5" x12 leaves) A fascinating chart showing the early ground tracks of revolutions 4, 12, 19, 29 and 48. Each section of the chart is scotch taped to the related section to form a circular chart showing the surface of the moon and depicting related features such as control points, ground tracks, orbital points, landing sites, the surveyor spacecraft, terminators and much more. Some adhesion to the pages from the tape as would be expected, but a unique document. The chart is hand-signed by the consignor: "Flown to the Moon on Apollo XII / Richard Gordon CMP". The consignor has also included a one page, signed, handwritten explanation of the chart on his personal letterhead stationery. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500. Ex. the astronaut Richard F. Gordon collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $3,910
Lot 121		Apollo 12, 1969, FLOWN Lunar Photo Map (28.5x10.5") This four-section glossy map is taped on the folds and has three-ring holes at the top. This map was used by the consignor to facilitate tracking with the Command Module sextant, utilizing computer program P-22, landmark tracking. The landmark designated FM1 was the preferred sighting for the Fra Mauro landing, which was the preferred landing area. Because this landing flight was aborted, it became the landing site for Apollo 14. Data from this flight was used to update the data files for future flights, particularly that of Apollo 14 (a lot of this is discussed in the book "Digital Apollo"). The consignor has signed and inscribed the chart: "Flown on Apollo XII. Used to track landmarks on Fra Mauro the landing site for Apollo XIV". He has also included a signed detailed explanation of the chart, handwritten on his personal letterhead stationery. Unique. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500. Ex. the astronaut Richard F. Gordon collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,668
Lot 122		Apollo 12, 1969, FLOWN "Moon Dust" Cover. A small "dot" of moon dust mounted on an Apollo 12 launch cover with multicolor crew patch cachet. This is Cover #1 of 12 as brokered by Rick Boos for the original dust owner, Victor Shiloski. Included is a copy of a three page typed letter from Boos detailing how the dust was expertised and the how covers were made. These covers are seldom available, but are famous among collectors as examples of genuine moon dust. A sample of moon dust from Apollo 15 (taken from the Hadley-Apennine region near the Apennine mountains) sold in our last sale for over $5,000. This is your opportunity to acquire a sample dust from The Ocean of Storms region of the moon. A great opportunity that is seldom available. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $604
Lot 123		Apollo 12, 1969, 18kt. Gold Speedmaster Professional Wristwatch (No. 20) This limited edition wristwatch and band are inscribed on the reverse "Astronaut Richard R. (sic.) Gordon / to mark man's conquest of space with time, through time, on time / Gemini 11 - Apollo 12". The back of the watch and the Omega watchband are original and both are 18kt gold. According to C. Bradley Jacobs as originally published in International Wristwatch, December 2002, "The 1969 Commemorative Speedmaster, Model BA, 145.022-69, was the first Speedmaster ever made of gold. Aside from the case material, the only differences between it and the NASA-issue Speedmasters are the gold dial, burgundy bezel, and the inscriptions on the back. Its heart is the same Calibre 861 as the steel model; the same as Omegas worn by NASA astronauts from 1969 until the revised Calibre 1861 became the standard movement in the Speedmaster "Moon Watch" in the mid-1990s. Initially the Apollo XI Commemorative "was offered to each of the astronauts active at that time at a gala (in honor of Apollo 11) dinner November 25, 1969 at (the) Hotel Warwick in Houston". The first thirty watches were, according to John Diethelm of Omega Public Relations, "created in tribute to the sensational exploit of Man's first landing on the Moon". Numbers 3 through 28 were personalized and presented to (the) astronauts in NASA's space program. The lower numbers were reserved for those astronauts who had been with NASA the longest….Additionally, the astronaut's watches were inscribed with their name and rank (if any), and the names of the missions which they had flown to date. The watches numbered 1 and 2 in the series, having been refused by their intended recipients (President Nixon and Vice-President Agnew) presently reside in the Omega museum in Switzerland….The saga of Omega's premier solid gold Speedmaster Professional does not end with the watches delivered to these noteworthy personalities (the astronauts). According to an Antiquorum auction catalog from their October 1995 sale in Geneva, "an initial series of 50 to 100 pieces were produced, followed by subsequent series until a total of 1014 pieces were reached in 1973. Coorespondence with Omega revealed that they offered a small series for sale to the public early in 1970 which, due to unexpected demand, was expanded to the entire production of 1014 watches, all made in 1969. A run of later numbers (Nos. 1001-1008) was given in 1972 to astronauts from Apollo 14, 15, 16 and 17…. All others, "up to No. 1014, have been sold or distributed for very special occasions". All the watches that were sold to the public are identical to the others, but for the engraving (on the reverse). The inscription on the caseback (now steel, not gold) was changed to read: "Omega Speedmaster / Apollo XI 1969 / The First Watch Worn on the Moon / Edition Serial No."…". The consignor's example of this rare watch is in exceptional condition, showing some wear, mainly confined to the burgundy bezel. The watch includes its original Omega presentation case (minor faults) and a business card from Joseph Susman / Premium and Industrial Sales / Gruen Watch Company with a typed note on the reverse that reads: "If anything is wrong with your watch, please return to my attention". Of interest to specialists is the fact that this is probably the only example of this watch on which a spelling error in the astronaut's name (middle initial "R" instead of "F") has been made. A list of which astronaut received which watch is known. Some of the highlights of this list include #3 (Shepard), #17 (Armstrong), #19 (Collins), #21 (Aldrin), #27 (Slayton) and #28 (Chaffee). Only a few of these watches have been sold over the years. This is an opportunity to acquire a fine timepiece and a piece of history. A muticolor hand-signed certificate of authenticity from the consignor is included. Estimated Value $25,000 - 35,000. Ex. the astronaut Richard F. Gordon collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $27,500
Lot 124		Apollo 12, 1969, Command Module "Balloon" Sample (1x.25") This bicolor piece of plastic balloon material is a sample of the material used in one of the three balloons that were activated upon ocean landing to insure that the Command Module didn't "flip" upside down due to rough seas. A similar system was used for all Apollo and Skylab landings. Mounted on an AVD Services multicolor presentation card (11x14"), this is the first time we have seen this attractive piece of memorabilia. A crew patch (3") is attached at left and astronaut Alan Bean has signed the card at the bottom left. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 125		Apollo & Skylab Decals. A fascinating lot of 50 original decals including Apollo XII (x10), Apollo XIII (x9), Apollo 14 (x3), Apollo 15 (x7), Apollo 16 (x4), Manned Spacecraft Center (x7 different in series), Snoopy and Skylab, etc. An unusual lot in generally excellent condition. Estimated Value $150 - 250. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 126		APOLLO 12, 1969, Beer Steins, Etc. Lot of five similar steins, each made in Hong Kong of aluminum with a glass bottom and each with a raised Apollo 12 crew patch on one side. ALSO included are two glass Apollo 13 tumblers with pebbled bottoms (minor faults), an Apollo 11 Flight Control white porcelin tankard (7x6x5") with the Apollo 11 logo on one side along with three crew autographs. The words: "Houston, Tranquility Base here…Eagle has landed" circle the rim. The reverse of the tankard reads: "First Manned Lunar Landing, July 20, 1969, J. B. Hammack, Recovery" in black and "Flight Control Division in gold lettering below and two different Apollo "Recovery Forces" metal/wood placques. An attractive, festive lot. Estimated Value $100 - 150. Ex. the NASA Administrator Jerry Hammack Estate collection. View details	Unsold
Lot 127		Apollo 12, 1969, Alan Bean Autograph. Signed on a small multicolor print (6x8") of his painting "Helping Hands". There is a biography of Alan Bean and his painting, in German, on the reverse. Unusual. Estimated Value $100 - 150. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 128		Apollo 13, 1970, Lovell, McCandless & Dzhanibekov Autographs. Signed on the bottom on an International Space Milestones - 1 uncut sheet of SpaceShot trading cards. The cards themselves are numbered 001-006 on the reverse and the sheet is numbered 0054 of 9500. Each astronaut has marked one of his flights beneath his autograph. Minor edge faults, but these sheets are unissued as such and are quite rare. Estimated Value $250 - 350. Ex. the Ed White Family collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $144
Lot 129		Apollo 13, 1970, James Lovell & Pete Conrad Autographs. Signed on a scarce, uncut sheet of SpaceShot astronaut trading cards. The sheet pictures astronauts Lovell, Conrad (x2) and Cernan (x2) in addition to an Apollo 8 "Earthrise" photo. Lovell and Conrad have signed at the bottom. All of the cards are stamped "PROMO" on the reverse. Minor edge faults, but these sheets were unissued as such and are quite rare. Estimated Value $250 - 350. Ex. the Ed White Family collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $150
Lot 130		Apollo 13, 1970, James Lovell Autograph. Signed on a scarce, uncut sheet of SpaceShot astronaut trading cards. The sheet pictures astronauts Lovell, Conrad (x2) and Cernan (x2) in addition to an Apollo 8 "Earthrise" photo. Lovell has signed over his spaceflights (Gemini 7, 12, Apollo 8, 13). All of the cards are stamped "PROMO" on the reverse. Minor edge faults, but these sheets were unissued as such and are quite rare. Estimated Value $250 - 350. Ex. the Ed White Family collection. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 131		Apollo 13, 1970, James Lovell Autograph. Signed on a NASA 8x10" color White Space Suit lithograph. Boldly signed and clean. Also ALT color lithographs with autopen autographs of Haise and Fullerton, Engle and Truly (edge toning on both). Estimated Value $100-UP. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $90
Lot 132		Apollo 13, 1970, Jack (Swigert) Autograph. Signed on a handwritten note on personalized note paper (5.5x8.5"). Also included is a NASA 8x10" color lithograph of Swigert in his white space suit with autopen autograph. The note reads: "Roy - I hope this autograph is what you wanted. If I can do more, please let me know. (signed) Jack". There is a minor edge fault at the bottom of the note, but since Swigert passed away soon after his flight, any autograph of his is highly desirable. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $144
Lot 133		Apollo 13, 1970, Beta Cloth Crew Patch (5x5") The patch is inset into a Presentation board (11x11") that hasn't been autographed yet. Light toning around the edges of the board, but an attractive piece of memorabilia. Estimated Value $150 - 250. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $86
Lot 134		Apollo 13, 1970, Beta Cloth Crew Patch (5x5") mounted in a Presentation board (11x11"). Unusual and clean. Estimated Value $150 - 250. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $86
Lot 135		Apollo 14, 1971, FLOWN "10th Anniversary" Lunar Surface Medallion (38mm.) This 14kt gold medallion was created in 1969 by Alan Shepard with fellow Mercury, Gemini and Apollo astronauts as a "Tenth Birthday Present" for Bill Dana/Jose Jimenez in Houston, TX. With the assistance of Bill's pal, Don Knotts, a cover story was invented that Bill was to be part of a fund raiser in Houston. Upon arrival, the real intent of the mission was revealed and a memorable evening ensued. The emotional highlight of the event was the presentation by Alan Shepard to Bill Dana of a gold medal with the number ten in diamonds on the face and the inscription "To Jose - From your Space Buddies" and their initials: "A. S., S. R., E. M., B. D., and M. E." on the reverse. In 1971, leading up to the January 31st launch of Apollo 14, Bill had become a resident of Hawaii starring in his own show, which Barron Hilton had arranged, at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Hotel. Bill's special relationship with America's space program being so well known, Hawaii's governor, John Burns, asked Bill to represent Hawaii at the Apollo 14 launch. Alan Shepard offered to carry the tenth anniversary medal on the Apollo 14 flight. Prior to the launch, Bill commissioned the inscription "Ua mau ke ea o ka honua I ka pono" (The life of the universe is perpetuated in righteousness) inscribed on the face of the medallion. This reflected a one word change from the state motto: "Ua mau ke ea o ka aina I ka pono" (The life of the people is perpetuated in righteousness). The coin was then blessed by Hawaii's famed Reverend Akana and carried by Shepard to the lunar surface. A 1971, March 16 typed letter on NASA letterhead from Alan Shepard to the consignor is included and reads: "I am returning your tenth anniversary coin which was with me on the lunar surface at Fra Mauro. I am delighted that it was able to make the trip since your friendship over the ten years has meant a lot to the space program…" A second typed letter, dated 1992, September 15, on Seven Fourteen Enterprise, Inc. letterhead from Alan Shepard to the consignor reads: "This is to verify that the gold medallion accompanying this letter is a genuine space artifact…This beautiful special design of gold and diamonds, was presented to comedian Bill Dana on November 9, 1969 by the Mercury Astronauts in recognition of his portrayal of Jose Jimenez, the Reluctant Astronaut. Subsequent to the presentation it was carried to the moon and returned aboard the lunar module Antares on Apollo XIV during the January 31, 1971 to February 9, 1971 mission." Bill had requested Alan to write this second letter when he thought the original letter had been misplaced. The "Ten" in diamonds represents not only the tenth anniversary of the friendship of Bill and the astronauts, but the tenth anniversary of Alan Shepard's Mercury flight (the first by an American and that of his Apollo flight. Loaded with symbolism, this medallion is highly treasured by the consignor as a unique piece of Mercury, Apollo, Lunar, Jose's and American space history. He is reluctantly including it in this sale as it is time to pass the medallion on to a new owner to be preserved as a centerpiece of a collection. Estimated Value $15,000 - 25,000. Ex. the comedian Bill Dana/Jose Jimenez collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 136		Apollo 14, 1971, FLOWN United States 5c Liberty Head Nickel. This Liberty Head nickel is mounted in a wooden presentation frame (7x6.5x1") with an inset brass descriptive plaque that reads: "Apollo 14 / First U.S. 5c Coin Landed on the Moon / Date 2-5-71 Time 05: -5: 02.9 / Splashdown / Date 2-9-71 Time 16: 05: 20". There are engraved signatures of the crew at the bottom. This coin was originally sold at a Superior Galleries auction as part of the Tony Broadway collection of space memorabilia. Broadway was the NASA Manned Spacecraft Operations Building Manager at the Cape. In addition, he and his family operated a restaurant at the Cape. In both capacities he was a friend to many of the astronauts and they gave him momentos of their flights. This nickel is not only flown, but was the FIRST nickel flown to the lunar surface. Estimated Value $7,500 - 10,000. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 137		Apollo 14, 1971, FLOWN Command Module Fire Extinguisher (9x8") This deactivated fire extinguisher weighs 7lb. 11oz. and has a metal ID label attached with NASA ID numbers (ID No. ME280-0010-0004 / Serial No. 652570003KKK) that show it was made by the Southwest Research Institute in 6-2-70. This unit is classified "Class III". A full paperwork file consisting of the System and Component Historical Record, the Component History Record and the multipage Southwest Research Institute, End Item Acceptance Data Package for the Apollo Fire Extinguisher / P/N 220201-04 is included. Only one fire extinguisher was carried in the Command Module of each Apollo flight. Virtually pristine condition. With the documentation, this extinguisher is a unique piece of American space history. Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $4,830
Lot 138		Apollo 14, 1971, FLOWN King James Bible Segment. A 50pp. segment of the King James Bible that was flown on Apollo 14 into lunar orbit and carried in the spacesuit pocket of astronaut Edgar Mitchell to the LUNAR SURFACE. He carried the microfilmed segment as a favor to Rev. John Stout, Pastor to the members of the Apollo Prayer League at the Johnson Manned Spacecraft Center, Houston, TX. The microfilmed segment is attached to a numbered white card (5x7"). This particular card was part of Pastor Stout's estate after his passing. This was the first bible to have been taken from the planet Earth to another celestial body, and the first bible to be landed on the surface of the moon. This is only the second time in over 15 years that this writer has had the pleasure of offering this historic piece of memorabilia. Minor staining/foxing on the presentation card should not detract from this rare, lunar flown, piece of history. Estimated Value $3,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $2,340
Lot 139		Apollo 14, 1971, Moon Rock Containment Vessel (about 7x6") This striking two part, stainless steel vessel has a single action bolt, pressure handle on top and a "014" stencilled on the side. The bottom is engraved: "National Sanitary Foundation / Stainless Steel". The markings are rather hard to read as the vessel is sealed in two clear plastic pouches with a red/white NASA MSC "Cleaned for Service" label attached to the bottom. The label is hand notated and signed and is dated 3-31-70 and marked "LRL - Tools". This may have been destined for the moon rocks recovered on Apollo 14. Estimated Value $350 - 500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $5,750
Lot 140		Apollo 14, 1971, Moon Rock Containment Vessel. An unusual lot that consists of 10 similar, white plastic containment vessels (each about 1x1.5") sealed in two clear plastic pouches with a red "Cleaned for Service" NASA label that has been typed "LRL Tools / Plastic Bottles / 1/29/70". An important group that is almost never available. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $288
Lot 141		Apollo 14, 1971, "Headset" Material (1.5x1.5") This piece of dark brown unbleached teflon was part of the communications headset used by the astronauts beneath their helmets. It is attached to a limited edition (No. 91/2500), multicolor presentation card (11x14") issued by AVD Services. This card is signed by astronaut Ed Mitchell at the lower left. Attractive. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 142		Apollo 14, 1971, "Headset" Material (1.5x1.5") This piece of dark brown unbleached teflon was part of the communications headset used by the astronauts beneath their helmets. It is attached to a limited edition (No. 90/2500), multicolor presentation card (11x14") issued by AVD Services. This card has a small crew patch at the lower right and is signed by astronaut Ed Mitchell at the lower left. Attractive. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 143		Apollo 15, 1971, Manned Flight Awareness "Microfilm" Container (1x5") This aluminum, two-part machined container contains a long strip of microfilm listing the names of all 790 Manned Flight Awareness honorees who contributed to the success of Apollo Program missions from the beginning through Apollo 11. The names were published as part of an Apollo 11 booklet published after the flight and it was this booklet, in microfilm form, that was left on the lunar surface by Apollo 15 astronaut Jim Irwin. Only 30 canisters, in two slightly different sizes and at two different times, were produced at the McDonnell Douglas machine shop at the Cape. They were made of aircraft-grade aluminum with a threaded cap. One film and capsule set is in the Smithsonian. About six examples were flown on the aborted Apollo 13 and it is believed that a copy was flown on Apollo 14 but, for an unknown reason, was not left on the lunar surface. Finally, one capsule WAS left on the lunar surface by Irwin. The remaining 28 film and capsules, both flown and unflown, are believed to all be in private hands. Copies of correspondence and a detailed 11 page, 1976 report by Jerry Lipman to D. Kent Evans about the film and capsules are included with the lot. We can't say that this film and capsule have been flown, but we can say that this is the first time in over 15 years that this writer has ever seen one of these capsules. It will be an important part of any collection. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 144		Apollo 15, "Lunar Module Range/Rate Indicator" Gauge (mounted in clear lucite, about 4x5x6"). This unique gauge (P/N LSC-350-307-09, S/N 104) was removed from the M-6 test vehicle, a full-scale mockup of the LM interior as the result of the Apollo 15 LM crew finding the outer pane of glass on the flown Range/Rate Indicator gauge broken when the LM was entered for the first time during the mission. This unit was similarly broken after the flight for flammability testing to see if the presence of oxygen in the electrical circuitry of this gauge posed any fire risk to subsequent flights. Included in this lot are the testing gauge itself, a copy of the NASA testing report AND NASA 8x10" color glossy photos (x7) picturing this gauge in various stages of the test and in position in the LM. A unique piece of equipment and documentation. An important addition to any Apollo 15 or Lunar Module collection. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,500
Lot 145		Apollo 16, 1972, FLOWN Fire Extinguisher (9x8") This deactivated fire extinguisher weighs 7lb. 10oz. and has a metal ID label attached with NASA ID numbers (ID No. ME280-0010-0006 / Serial No. 652570001NNN) that show it was made by the Southwest Research Institute in 10-12-71. This unit is classified "Class III". Paperwork included consists of a copy of the System and Component Historical Record, two different Apollo Spacecraft Hardware Utilizations Request forms and a copy of the NASA Test Preparation Sheet. This extinguisher was downgraded to Class III and removed from Bonded Storage to "evaluate the condition of the extinguishing agent of the CM fire extinguisher after a prolonged period without reconditioning of the extinguisher". This was done to see if the unit could be rolled over "as is" from an Apollo flight to the Skylab Program. Only one fire extinguisher was carried in the Command Module of each Apollo flight. Virtually pristine condition and an important piece of space history. Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $4,025
Lot 146		APOLLO 16, 1972, FLOWN LUNAR ORBIT Presentation Plaque (12x10") This plaque contains two color photos (3.5x4.25"each). One is a photo of the Charlie Duke family that he took into lunar orbit but not to the lunar surface. The other is of the photo ON the lunar surface with a partial lunar footprint at the bottom. There is a handwritten inscription in blue below both photos that reads: "To Ludy, With sincere thanks for taking this picture. This one flew to the moon aboard Apollo 16. With best wishes to a great friend. Charlie Duke". A great addition to any collection. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500. Ex. the Ludy T. Benjamin collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,150
Lot 147		Apollo 16, 1972, Crew-signed $2 Bill. This 1953 circulated $2 bill is boldly crew-signed by John Young, Ken Mattingly and Charie Duke. The upper left corner of the bill was torn off by the crew to "drain" the unlucky demons from it prior to the flight. Who says that superstitions don't walk among us still. Even if the crew didn't believe in them, why take the chance. A great piece of memorabilia that doesn't come along every day. Estimated Value $350 - 500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $384
Lot 148		Apollo 17, 1972, FLOWN, Command Module Fire Extinguisher (9x8") This deactivated fire extinguisher weighs 7lb. 11oz. and has a metal ID label attached with NASA ID numbers (ID No. ME280-0010-0006 / Serial No. 652570002NNN) that show it was made by the Southwest Research Institute in 5-5-72. This unit is classified "Class III". A paperwork file consisting of copies of the Component Historical Record, two different Apollo Spacecraft Hardware Utilization Requests and a Test Authorization sheet are included. This extinguisher was removed from bonded storage, reclassified "Class III" and tested "to evaluate the effects of flight and long storage times on the condition of the extinguishing agent" and to see if a non-refurbished extinguisher could be directly used in the Skylab Program. Only one fire extinguisher was carried in the Command Module of each Apollo flight. Virtually pristine condition. With the documentation, this extinguisher is a unique piece of American space history. Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $3,840
Lot 149		APOLLO 17, 1972, FLOWN UNITED STATES FLAG (6x9") This flag is mounted on a NASA presentation certificate (11x14") that reads: This flag was carried to the Moon aboard the spaceship America, Apollo XVII, December 7-19, 1972". The certificate is also marked: "In recognition of your outstanding contribution to the manned space programs, presented to Jerome B. Hammack, and hand (?) signed Christopher C. Kraft, Director, JSC, January 1981". There is light to moderate toning on the certificate as a result of hanging on a wall for many years and a darker stain around the edges of the certificate from the frame, but an attractive, rare piece of memorabilia. Estimated Value $3,500 - 5,000. Ex. the NASA Administrator Jerry Hammack Estate collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $2,160
Lot 150		Apollo 17, 1972, FLOWN Camera Film (50x55mm.) This flown, unexposed film is from the leader of a film roll used on the lunar surface by the astronauts. The consignor salvaged it after the flight. Mounted on a blue/white Underwood certificate of authenticity (8x10"), this film was part of the last film on the lunar surface. Minor paperclip bends on the certificate do not detract. Rare. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $324
Lot 151		Apollo 17, 1972, Crew-signed $2 Bill. This 1953 circulated $2 bill is boldly crew-signed by Gene Cernan, Ron Evans and Harrison Schmitt. The upper left corner of the bill was torn off by the crew to "drain" the unlucky demons from it prior to the flight. Who says that superstitions don't walk among us still. Even if the crew didn't believe in them, why take the chance. A great piece of memorabilia that doesn't come along every day. Estimated Value $350 - 500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $384
Lot 152		Apollo 17, 1972, Unaccepted Al Stevens Crew Patch Painting (10x10") This mixed media original artwork on posterboard by artist Al Stevens, is an unaccepted design concept for the flight's crew patch. Designated "#1" on the front of the posterboard, the various symbols in the design are explained on the reverse of the painting. Stevens did the final design artwork for Apollo 1, 7, 9 and 10 and made design proposals for Apollo 11, 12 and 17. Unique, striking and quite important. Estimated Value $500 - 750. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 153		Apollo 17, 1972, Unaccepted Al Stevens Crew Patch Painting (10x10") This mixed media original artwork on posterboard by artist Al Stevens is an unaccepted design concept for the flight's crew patch. Designated "#2" on the front of the posterboard, the various symbols in the design are explained on the reverse of the painting. Stevens did the final design artwork for Apollo 1, 7, 9 and 10 and made design proposals for Apollo 11, 12 and 17. Unique, striking and quite important. Estimated Value $500 - 750. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 154		Apollo 17, 1972, Unaccepted Al Stevens Crew Patch Painting (10x10") This mixed media original artwork on posterboard by artist Al Stevens is an unaccepted design concept for the flight's crew patch. Designated "#3" on the front of the posterboard, the various symbols in the design are explained on the reverse of the painting. Stevens did the final design artwork for Apollo 1, 7, 9 and 10 and made design proposals for Apollo 11, 12 and 17. Unique, striking and quite important. Estimated Value $500 - 750. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 155		Apollo 17, 1972, Unaccepted Al Stevens Crew Patch Painting (10x10") This mixed media original artwork on posterboard by artist Al Stevens is an unaccepted design concept for the flight's crew patch. Stevens did the final design artwork for Apollo 1, 7, 9 and 10 and made design proposals for Apollo 11, 12 and 17. Unique, striking and quite important. Estimated Value $500 - 750. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $288
Lot 156		Apollo 17, 1972, Unaccepted Al Stevens Crew Patch Painting (10x10") This mixed media original artwork on posterboard by artist Al Stevens is an unaccepted design concept for the flight's crew patch. This work is painted on tissue which has then been mounted on the posterboard. An interesting intermediate stage work. Stevens did the final design artwork for Apollo 1, 7, 9 and 10 and made design proposals for Apollo 11, 12 and 17. Unique, striking and quite important. Estimated Value $500 - 750. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold

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