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Apollo 15

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 643		Apollo 15, 1971, FLOWN "Sample Scale" Presented to Apollo 12 Astronaut Richard Gordon. This aluminum scale with locking mechanism at top (14x1.5") is a spring type scale calibrated in pounds (to 80 lbs). The scale is mounted on a wooden plaque (5x17") on which a metal ID plaque is attached that reads: "This sample scale was aboard the Falcon at Hadley Base, Moon. July 30-Aug 2, Apollo year 3. Presented by the crew of Apollo 15 to Dick Gordon". The scale is engraved with ID number "SEB39105200-302, S/N 2008 / Assy". The lock clamp at top has an ID number "SEB33100200-311, SN 2079". There are additional ID numbers on the hook at the bottom of the scale. This is the first time to our knowledge that any lunar geology scale has ever been available to collectors. This scale was designed to weight containers of (Moon) rocks and soil during the lunar mission. It was important to know the weights so that pre-determined weight limits were not exceeded during lunar liftoff. A different type scale was carried on Apollo 11 and 12. Unfortunately, during Apollo 12, the scale "failed" under stress and was discarded prior to liftoff from the lunar surface. NASA redesigned the scale to this configuration and it was used on the lunar surface only by Apollo 14, 15, 16 and 17. Obviously the scale is extremely rare. Even the Smithsonian Institution only has a training scale as part of its collection. As a lunar surface artifact, as the first use of a newly designed piece of NASA flight equipment and as a presentation piece to a fellow astronaut, these factors all combine to make this this piece of equipment the highlight of any collection. Estimated Value $25,000 - 35,000. Ex. The astronaut Richard "Dick" Gordon collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 644		Apollo 15, 1971, FLOWN Beta Cloth Miniature "US Flag" (2.5x1.5") This miniature US flag is mounted in the upper left hand corner of a presentation plaque (professionally matted and framed to 17x21") with a descriptive label that reads: "This flag was carried on the lunar surface throughout the geological exploration of the Hadley-Apennine, Apollo 15, July 26-August 7, 1971". We have been told that Mission Commander Dave Scott carried these flags in a pocket of his white EVA spacesuit during his entire time on the lunar surface. There is a 4" Crew patch to the right and a color photo (7x5", slightly faded) in the center. The entire bottom quarter of the plaque is filled with an inscription that reads: "To Dick Gordon with warmest personal regards from the grateful crew of Apollo 15. Your leadership and dedication were an inspiration and challange to us all. Our thanks for your many contributions to the success of Lunar Exploration. December 4, Apollo year 3. Dave Scott, Al Worden, Jim Irwin" (the crew) have signed below the inscription. An important piece of lunar surface memorabilia as well as a great tribute to a fellow astronaut. Striking. Estimated Value $7,500 - 10,000. Ex. The astronaut Richard "Dick" Gordon collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 645		Apollo 15, 1971, "Lunar Dust" Sample. Contained on a piece of scotch tape (.75x.75") as recovered from Dave Scott's space suit after the flight. The tape is mounted on an 8x10" color "Williamson" certificate of authenticity that reads, in part: "I was assigned to the Apollo 15 recovery operations as the NASA Photographic Team Leader. After the command module Endeavour was brought on board the recovery ship U.S.S. Okinawa, I entered the spacecraft to remove the cameras and film. While inside Endeavour, I used the piece of tape attached to this presentation to remove a sample of lunar dust from the leg of Dave Scott's EVA suit. Commander Scott's suit is currently on display at the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum…". The certificate is hand-signed by Williamson at the bottom. Needless to say, this tape and the dust it contains attached is a part of American space history. Estimated Value $3,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 646		Apollo "Brown Leather Flight Jacket". With a faux fur collar and knit bottom and cuffs. The jacket has a brown rayon lining and a perforated "U.S.N" marking on a leather internal tab. There are two large exterior button pockets and one interior "snap" pocket. A hand-signed, "Williamson" certificate of authenticity is included that reads: "This brown leather flight jacket was issued to me to wear during (the) NASA flight operations I participated in (Apollo Program). During several of the many Apollo recovery operations I was involved with I wore this jacket. As I was flying in a helicopter, to photograph decent (sic) and recovery of the Apollo crew, the jacket was well appreciated. This jacket was also worn during several overseas assignments including (to) Alaska and Norway. This jacket was witness to history. There is no label or size marked (probably a medium) and the jacket is in perfect condition with only minimal aging. It deserves a good home. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $401
Lot 647		Apollo 15, 1971, Jim Irwin Autographs. On each of two different "High Flight" business cards. On one his title is "Apollo 15 Astronaut". There is no title on the other. ALSO his autograph on the reverse of a "Salvation Army - Adult Rehabilitation Center" business card of a Captain Dr. William Bearchell". An attractive, and unusual trio. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $118
Lot 648		Apollo 15, 1971, Dave Scott Autograph. In blue ink on a glossy color photo (16x20", on Kodak paper) of him in his white space suit. The autograph is slightly "feathered" due to having been written on a glossy surface, otherwise this is a striking piece of visual memorabilia. Estimated Value $150 - 250. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 649		Apollo 15, 1971, Jim Irwin Autograph. On a NASA 8x10" lithograph with a printed inscription, but an authentic signature. Clean and attractive. Estimated Value $100 - 150. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $71