Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 52

Manuscript, Collectibles and Aerospace Auction

Models US

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 763		Space Models, NASA "Saturn V" Model (22x2.5") This black, white and red NASA Marshall Graphic Engineering and Model Shop model consists of a one piece model mounted on a 4" square base with a "man" figure for scale in one corner alongside a medal "Marshall Center "Saturn V" metal label. Each stage of the rocket is identified with an original red add-on ID decal. Other than a minor corner fault at the bottom of the escape tower at top and light ageing, the model is in excellent overall condition. Estimated Value $3,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $7,475
Lot 764		Aviation Model, "Little Boy Atomic Bomb" Model (10x2.5") This striking blue bomb model is signed by Paul Tibbets, pilot and by Dutch van Kirk, navigator, of the Enola Gay. The model is of the bomb dropped on Hiroshima. It is mounted on a black wooden base (17x16"). We have offered similar models before and they have proven to be quite popular. Estimated Value $350 - 500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $518
Lot 765		Space Models, "Gemini Capsule" Desk Model (5x3") An original gray McDonnell Aircraft Corp. 1:30 scale desk model (by Topping, No. 17/79) mounted on a rectangular wooden base (7x5") with a metal descriptive plaque. An enclosed card reads, in effect: "These models were originally made for McDonnell Aircraft Corp in 1962-63. The Topping Model inventory was sold to Precise Models in that same year and McDonnald told Precise to destroy any of these models/models found in inventory. Jump forward about 45 years to 2007 when 79 of these models were discovered in an old Precise Models warehouse. They were in pristine condition and represent a unique opportunity for the serious model collector. A similar model realized about $600 in our April 2008 sale. Estimated Value $350 - 500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $474
Lot 766		Space Models, "Columbia" Space Shuttle Model (14x10") A striking black and white Philippine 1/100 scale model on a triangular wooden base. Virtually new condition. Estimated Value $150 - 250. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $66