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Sale 66
The Manuscript, Space, Stamp & Collectibles Auction
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Lot 594 |
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Russian Program, "Buran" Concept Model (about 35x26x16") This white painted wooden preliminary design model was made by a true craftsman, probably in the 1970s or before (judging from the paint and design). The model depicts a prototype of the Russian Buran ("Shuttle") showing seating inside clear windows down both sides (in addition to have a clear windshield). This classic model has a red handpainted "CCCP" on one wing and a red "Soviet" flag on the other. The Buran is was a virtually identical copy of the US Shuttle, but it never flew in Russia. This prototype model may be a one-of-a-kind model outside of Russian museums. In need of TLC and restoration work (mainly on the nose and tail) (the three legs on which the model rested are missing), this model just reeks of authenticity. A rare opportunity to acquire a classic piece of memorabilia.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500
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| Realized
$630 |
Lot 595 |
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Russian Program, c2000, "Liquid Fuel Orientation Engine" (about 12x4" including fuel assembly) This orientation engine was made for Zvezda, the Russian module that was the Russian principal contributiuon to the ISS. The Zvezda was designed to be the core module of the ISS and to provide living quarters and life support to the crew. Originally designed for the MIR-2 space station, this engine was amalgamated into the ISS after the MIR-2 project was cancelled.
This engine (#11D428A) was used as a part of the united engine installation assembly and has a thrust of 13.3kg for the channels of pitch, yaw and roll. It is in excellent condition with a moveable mount (removable) extending over the beta cloth covered nozzle and yellow foam core insulation over the fuel valve assembly. A great piece for any collection.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500
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Lot 596 |
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Soviet Program, c1990, Soyuz Hydrogen Peroxide Roll Thruster Engine (9x6x1.5") This Hydrogen Peroxide Thruster engine was used on one of the Soyuz 7K-OK spacecrafts (1966-1971). Capsules of this design were planned for manned lunar missions.It 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. Extensive ID engraved numbers. A great piece of memorabilia complete with display stand and descriptive plaque.
Estimated Value $500 - 750
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Lot 597 |
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Russian Program, 1994//2009, Autographed Invitations, Lot of 18 different Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center printed invitations to the post-flight ceremonies held for the Expedition crews to MIR and the ISS. All of these invitations were personally received by the consignor who proceeded to personally get them autographed during the reception. There are 60 autographs in all on the invitations including, in random order, Bob Thirsk, Mike Barrett, Koichi Wakata, Tim Kopra, Garrett Reisman, Richard, Garriott, Peggy Whitson, Soyeon Yi, Leopold Eyharts, Sunita Williams, Thomas Reiter, Jeff Williams, Greg Olsen, Ed Lu, Pedro Duque, Andre Kuipers, Mike Fincke, Leroy Chiao, etc (to name but a few). This is definitely a lot that is seldom seen here in the States. A printed listing of all the signatories is included.
Estimated Value $250 - 350
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Lot 598 |
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Russian Program, c1986-90s, Russian Patches, Lot of eight different "Manufacturer Sample" Russian patches (assorted size) as sent to Director of Crew Operations Donald Puddy by H/P Enterprises of Lompoc, CA as examples of their work. These patches were all in the same sealed plastic pouch as received (included, but opened for photography and lotting). All have an H/P Enterprises label attached to the back. We can't determine if these are in issued form or not. A note enclosed in the pouch read: "Some of our Russian Patches we have produced since 1986". A great opportunity for the patch collector to acquire patches from the original source.
Estimated Value $150 - 250,
Ex. the Donald Puddy Estate collection,
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Lot 599 |
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Soviet Program, 1970, Valentina, Elena & Galina Gagarin Autographs, on a one page, bilingual letter sent to the consignor complimenting the consignor for the excellent job he did in his book about their father, Yuri Gagarin. Unusual and interesting.
Estimated Value $100 - 150,
Ex. the Mitchell Sharpe Estate collection,
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| Realized
$192 |
Lot 600 |
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Vostok-1, 2001, "40th Anniversary" of Gagarin's Flight Cover (8.5x4") This commemorative cover has a multicolor cachet, a black pictorial cancel and is signed by cosmonauts: "Musabayev, Baturin, Gorbatko, Ewald, Polyakov, Alexandrov, Serebrov, Ivanchenkov" and one other. Attractive and clean. A scarce cover that is seldom available here in the States.
Estimated Value $100 - 150
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$84 |
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