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Sale 71

The Manuscripts, Collectibles & Space Auction


Space Memorabilia
 
 
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Lot 674
Aviation, "Little Boy" Atomic Bomb model autographed by 3 crew members of the Enola Gay. Paul Tibbets, Commander of 509 Composite Group and Pilot, Dutch Van Kirk, Navigator, and Morris Jeppson, Weapon Test Officer all autographed the model. The detailed model of "Little Boy" measures 9½" x 2¾" and sits on a 17" x 16" base. It is one of only 82 signed by all 3 crew members, 2 of whom are now deceased. A specifications plate provides details of the bomb and its delivery. Also mounted on the base is a small piece of "Trinitite," the glassy residue left on the desert floor after the Trinity nuclear bomb test on 7/16/45. (Today it is illegal to remove Trinite from the site but any taken prior to the prohibition is available in very limited quantity.) "Little Boy" was assembled in Los Alamos, NM, shipped on the Indianapolis to Tinian and on August 6, 1945, the Enola Gay, with Tibbets at the controls, departed for Hiroshima. The first atomic bomb was dropped over Hiroshima at 8:15 a.m. local time. Accompanied by a COA certifying the authenticity of all 3 autographs. A striking model and display case.
Estimated Value $400 - 500.
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Realized
$720
Lot 675
Aviation, WWII, 1946 Bikini Atoll atomic bomb test photograph - autographed by Paul Tibbets, Pilot of the Enola Gay. The photo is a sharp B&W 8"x10" showing the nuclear blast from an observation plane. The mushroom cloud is visible as are the ships positioned around the island. Paul Tibbets attended the Bikini Atoll tests in his role as Commander of the first Atomic Bomb Wing. To prepare the Atoll for the atomic tests the US government relocated the natives, then the Seabees established a base on the island. Derelict tanks, bulldozers, 150 aircraft and 250 naval vessels were positioned on and around the island to judge their ability to withstand a nuclear attack. The first bomb was dropped on July 1, 1946 at 8:45 am. Today it remains uninhabitable. Accompanied by a COA certifying the authenticity of the 3 autographs. Original photos from these tests are seldom available.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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Realized
$344
Lot 676
Atomic Bomb, 1945, 33.3 RPM Master Record Interview. With Captain Kermit Beahan, Bombardier of Bockscar, the plane that dropped the atomic bomb on Nagasaki on 6 August 1945, thus helping to end WW II. This 16" aluminum disc with one-sided vinyl impression recording is one of the first interviews Capt. Beahan recorded after the flight. The label on the recording reads: "KPRC / Houston Texas / Steve Wilhelm with Capt. Kermit Beahan / Sept. 26, 1945". Some vinyl edge faults, but a piece of history. The recording is purported to tell of his experiences and impressions (we didn't risk playing it) during the flight. An important first-person view on one of the most important events of the 20th century.
Estimated Value $750 - 1,000.
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Lot 677
Aviation, Paul Tibbets autograph. On a "Pilots' Information File" book. It is dated 1943 with updates from July 1944. The cover of the book also notes "RESTRICTED". Given that WWII was in progress information of this type was definitely considered classified by the War Department. The table of contents starts by stating "All AFF pilots in the U.S. will certify they have read and understood all instructions contained in the Pilots' Information File." Topics include: Flying Safety, Air Traffic Rules, Engine Failure, Icing-Wings, Props, etc. A very interesting piece of aviation history.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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Lot 678
Aviation, Special autographed edition of "Return of the Enola Gay". Limited edition of 40 copies embossed with the Governor of The Marianas official seal. Autographed by Paul Tibbets, Commander of 509 Composite Group and Pilot, Dutch Van Kirk, Navigator, Morris Jeppson, Weapon Test Officer plus the Governor of The Marianas. The 3 surviving crew members returned to Tinian, the launching point of their historic mission to Hiroshima, in August 2005 (60 years after the historic mission). As noted, only 40 copies were signed and embossed with the seal and most are in private hands. This is the first one we have seen offered for sale. An interesting and very unique book.
Estimated Value $150 - 250.
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$180
Lot 679
Aviation, Lindbergh, Charles A. Photo print signed ("C.A. Lindbergh"), 10½ x 8¼ in., n.p., n.d. A happy, smiling print of the young Lindbergh with a large signature written across the front of his flight suit. Fine.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
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$384
Lot 680
Aviation Art, c1960s, Pop Artist Robert Dowd" Original Pencil "Stamp" Art (10x6.5") This original red/black pencil perforated "stamp" painting depicts the 1928 2c Civil Aviation stamp issued by the US government to honor the International Civil Aviation Conference held in Washington, DC of the same year. Dowd was an original member of the Pop Art movement along with Roy Liechtenstein, Andy Warhol, Wayne Thiebaud, etc. One of the first "Pop" art painting series he made of US Aviation stamps were primarily made during the 1960 period while he lived in San Francisco. In 1961, when he moved to Los Angeles, he began his Currency painting period which eventually led him to attract the attention of the FBI and J Edgar Hoover. Not needing the added problems of dealing with the FBI to those of a struggling artist, he switched back to painting stamps, but continued to do currency paintings on the side. He went on to have a long and varied career, passing away in 1996 in Los Angeles. His paintings are seldom available on the art market. The last ones we are aware of being sold were in about 1998. This piece, typical of his stamp art, is pencil-signed at lower right. Rare and highly desirable.
Estimated Value $900 - 1,250.
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Lot 681
Satellites, c1970//90s, Photographic Archive. Lot of about 200 different, mainly black and white, 8x10", photos mainly depicting meetings and people associated with the Laboratory. ALSO included are about 50 smaller photos and some negatives. An unusual archive as these photos did not get large distribution. Viewing strongly recommended.
Estimated Value $150 - 250.
Ex. the J. L. Pickering/ Jet Propulsion Lab collection.

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$156
Lot 682
Mercury Program, C1960s, Cine-Kodak, K-100, 16mm, Turret Camera. This mechanical camera has a cast aluminum body (8x5.5) with a rotating lens turret containing three lenses. Included are the 102mm., Kodak Anastigmat F-2.7 lens; the Elgeet 3", f:1.9 CineNavitar lens (no. A3820) and the Kodak Cine Ektar 2.5mm, f:1.4 lens. A striking classic camera that appears to be in excellent used condition.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$283
Lot 683
Mercury Program, c1960s, Deke Slayton's "Mercury Astronaut" Zippo Lighter. This striking lighter has "Mercury Astronaut" engraved on the cap on one side and a "Mercury Capsule" on one side of the body and a facsimile "signature" of Slayton's autograph on the other. This lighter looks as if it has been very lightly used (the wick is blackened), but the case shows only very minor surface abrasions. It would appear that this lighter is unique and was a type presented only to the Mercury Seven. Note: the engravings are difficult to see in a photograph but are clear when viewing the lighter first hand. Close examination of this lot is recommended. A rare find.
Estimated Value $350 - 500.
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$486
Lot 684
Autographs -- over 75 early autographs and autopens. Classic autopen and authentic autographs from the heyday of Mercury, Gemini, Apollo and few Shuttle. Included are: White, Armstrong, Gordon, Mattingly, Bassett, Chaffee, Conrad, Bean, Borman, and many more. The consigner spent many hours corresponding with the astronauts requesting these autographs. The autographs are on a mix of postal covers (mostly 4c Project Mercury First Day of issue covers) and 3 ½ x 6" index cards. Some discoloration. Close examination of this lot is recommended.
Estimated Value $750 - 1,000.
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$1,680
Lot 685
Autographs, John Glenn Jr. and Werner von Braun autographs on the 11th Annual Goddard Memorial Dinner Program. Both autographs are on the Robert Goddard Memorial Trophy page. The dinner was held on March 5th 1968 in Washington, DC. It is an annual event sponsored by the National Space Club. The Club, founded in 1957, is a non-profit organization composed of representatives of industry, government, educational institutions, and private individuals, which collectively seek to promote United States leadership in the fields of rocketry, astronautics, and related technologies. Awards are presented at each Dinner to a number of outstanding individuals for accomplishments in spaceflight, engineering, science, management and education.
Estimated Value $500 - 750.
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$252
Lot 686
Gemini Program, c1965/1966, 16mm Color Film Reels. Lot of four different reels of 16mm, color film including film from GT-6 (300 feet), GT-11 (250 feet), GT11 EVA (250 feet) and GT-12 (1100 feet), all in metal film canisters. The first three are raw, possibly unedited, footage without sound, while the GT-12 footage has sound and is ex the NASA Public Relations Office. An unusual and seldom available lot.
Estimated Value $150 - 250.
Ex the Ludy Benjamin collection.

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Lot 687
GT-4, 1965, Rosemary Clooney and Jose Ferrer Autographs. On a faded framed NASA 8x10" color photo (No. S-65-57802) of Paul Haney, Robert Gilruth plus Clooney and Ferrer examining the actual "hand-held, self-maneuvering unit used by Ed White during his walk-in-space on Gemini IV" (as typed on Haney's descriptive label on the glass of the picture frame hanging on his den wall). The photo is inscribed: "For Paul - It was wonderful / Rosemary Clooney and Jose Ferrer / It was a thrill to meet you". Both the photo and the inscription are faded. There is a hand stamped photo inscription on the reverse of the photo as well as tape remnants and a large thin along the right side visible from the reverse. A historic piece of memorabilia.
Estimated Value $100 - 150.
Ex. the Paul Haney Estate collection.

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Lot 688
GT-6, GT-7, 14 GT-6 B&W Recovery photos (8"x10") and 21GT-7 B&W Recover photos (5"x7). These recovery photos were taken by Harry Mamas a Newsreel cameraman for MGM's "News of the Day". For GT-6 the photos show capsule recovery operations, the hoisting of capsule aboard the USS Wasp and the crew (Schirra and Stafford) exiting the capsule on deck. For GT-7 the crew (Borman and Lovell) exited the capsule once the flotation collars were secured. Also included is the recovery ship press badge for Mr. Mamas and an assortment of other items including: a project Gemini press booklet highlighting the DOD support of the 2 flights, a cloth patch for the USS WASP, a thank you note from Regina Shepard to Mr. Mamas for a film he sent her plus a few other items.
Estimated Value $150 - 250.
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$66
Lot 689
GT-9, 1966, Original Photocopies. As recovered from the consignor's files. Included is a two page copy of the flight' EVA Plan and a multipage transcription copy of their EVA tapes. Fascinating reading and important source material for the serious student of this flight.
Estimated Value $75 - 100.
Ex. the Paul Haney Estate collection.

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$72
Lot 690
Apollo Program, c1970s, Hasselblad 500EL/M Camera (6.5x3.5x3.5") This sleek, black camera is the forerunner of the same camera used, in modified condition, during the NASA era. This is a medium format, film SLR camera system. The "EL stands for "electric" and the "M" for "Modified". This camera has been also been modified to run powered by 9 volt batteries rather than the original, obsolete NiCad batteries. This is a composite camera consisting of the camera body (No. RH1321340), film back (TR 302898), and a Carl Zeiss Distagon 4/50 lens (No. 6667690). Included are Hasselblad original plastic "Front Lens Cap" (No.51643) and the "Rear Protective Cover" (No. 51063). Used, with minor defects. Guaranteed functional. A great addition to any camera collection.
Estimated Value $750 - 1,000.
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$840
Lot 691
Apollo Program, c1970s, Hasselblad 500EL/M Camera (6.5x3.5x3.5") This sleek, black camera is the forerunner of the same camera used, in modified condition, during the NASA era. This is a medium format, film SLR camera system. The "EL stands for "electric" and the "M" for "Modified". This camera has been also been modified to run powered by 9 volt batteries rather than the original, obsolete NiCad batteries. This is a composite camera consisting of the camera body (No. RH1323968), film back (UI310507), and a Carl Zeiss Planar 1:2.8, f=80mm lens (No. No. 6388896). Included are a plastic "Front Lens Cap" (No.50385) and a Hasselblad "Rear Protective Cover" (No. 51063). Used, with minor defects. Guaranteed functional. A great addition to any camera collection.
Estimated Value $750 - 1,000.
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$324
Lot 692
Apollo Program, Hasselblad 70mm. Silver Film Magazine (3.25x3.5x3.25") ID No. P/N SEF 33101018-301, S/N 1001. This film magazine has a gray tape patch on one side that reads: "Film: QX828 / ASA: 500 / EXPO: 70" and two white velcro tape patrches on one end. The magazine slide is missing. Well used. This is the type of Hasselbad magazine used by the astronauts on the lunar surface as the silver color reflected heat better than the original dark leather magazine cover. An important find.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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$312
Lot 693
Apollo Program, Hasselblad 70mm. Silver Film Magazine (3.25.x3.5x3.25") ID No. P/N SEF 33101018-301, S/N 1010. This film magazine has a magazine slide and two white velcro tape patrches on one end. Used, but good overall condition. This is the type of Hasselbad magazine used by the astronauts on the lunar surface as the silver color reflected heat better than the original dark leather magazine cover. An important find.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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$300
Lot 694
Apollo Program, Hasselblad 70mm. Silver Film Magazine (3.25.x3.5x3.25") ID No. P/N SEF 33101018-301, S/N 1015. This film magazine two white velcro tape patrches on one end and no film slide. Some faults. This is the type of Hasselbad magazine used by the astronauts on the lunar surface as the silver color reflected heat better than the original dark leather magazine cover. An important find.
Estimated Value $750 - 1,000.
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Lot 695
Apollo Program, 70mm. Hasselblad Black Leather Film Magazine (3.5x3.5x3.5") with white stenciled ID No. SEB 33100082-201 / S/N X5 anf magazine slide. There is a small blue velcro patch on the film slide and various tape stains on the magazine. Similar magazines were is use by photographers throughout the Apollo Program era. A new unopened/boxed roll of 70mm film is included with this lot. Clean and scarce.
Estimated Value $500 - 750.
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$180
Lot 696
Apollo Program, c1970s, NASA Nikon F4, 35mm. Film Back (P/N SED 33101575-301 (S/N 1022) 10.5x3.5x3.5") This Nikon film back appears to be one of the many variations of the F4 variety film back designed to hold 250 frames of 35mm. Kodak film. It is one of the earlier versions without the data back. We're not sure of the details on this piece, but it appears to be in excellent condition and may even contain film. This type of Nikon camera was used over the years by NASA personnel to shoot many of the NASA 8x10" pictures you see today as 8x10" photos or lithographs. It was acquired years ago by the consignor from a NASA surplus sale.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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$2,460
Lot 697
Apollo Program, c1970s, NASA Nikon F4, 35mm. Film Back (P/N SED 33101575-301 (S/N 1024) 10.5x3.5x3.5") This Nikon film back appears to be one of the many variations of the F4 variety film back designed to hold 250 frames of 35mm. Kodak film. It is one of the earlier versions without the data back. We're not sure of the details on this piece, but it appears to be in excellent condition and may even contain film. This type of Nikon camera was used over the years by NASA personnel to shoot many of the NASA 8x10" pictures you see today as 8x10" photos or lithographs. It was acquired years ago by the consignor from a NASA surplus sale.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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$2,337
Lot 698
Apollo Program, c1970s, NASA Nikon F4, 35mm. Film Back (P/N SED 33101575-301 (S/N 1025) 10.5x3.5x3.5") This Nikon film back appears to be one of the many variations of the F4 variety film back designed to hold 250 frames of 35mm. Kodak film. It is one of the earlier versions without the data back. We're not sure of the details on this piece, but it appears to be in excellent condition and may even contain film. This type of Nikon camera was used over the years by NASA personnel to shoot many of the NASA 8x10" pictures you see today as 8x10" photos or lithographs. It was acquired years ago by the consignor from a NASA surplus sale.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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$2,411
Lot 699
Apollo Program, c1960s, Bell & Howell, 16mm. Movie Camera (about 8.5x7.6") This handheld, spring-wound movie camera is supposed to be one of the best 16mm. cameras made. This one is equipt with a 50mm.1:1.4 Soligor Television lens (No. 12395) and a Wollensak 25mm., F/1.5 Cine Raptor lens. This type of camera was used by most of the professional photographers involved with the Gemini/Apollo Programs to film recovery and other NASA operations. This camera is in excellent, but used condition. A great addition for any collection.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$148
Lot 700
Apollo Program, c1960s, Bell & Howell, 16mm. Movie Camera (about 8.5x7.6") This handheld, spring-wound movie camera is supposed to be one of the best 16mm. cameras made. This one is equipt with a Canon Lens, TV-16, 50mm, 1.14 (No. 63451) and a similar Canon lens, TV-16, 25mm, 1.14 (No. 30253). This type of camera was used by most of the professional photographers involved with the Gemini/Apollo Programs to film recovery and other NASA operations. This camera is in excellent, but used condition. A great addition for any collection.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$123
Lot 701
Apollo Program, c1950/60s, Bolex-Paillard Viewfinders (An unusual lot of nine pieces including six marked H16/F25 (5.5x1") plus three that appear to be "Telephoto" viewfinders (5x1.25x1x.5"). All appear to be in various states of disrepair, but a great find if this is what you have been looking for.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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Lot 702
Apollo Program, c1960s, "Wollensak" Cine Camera Lenses. Lot of seven lenses including the "1 inch F2.5", the,"17mm F2.7", the "75mm f/4.5", the 2 inch (50mm) f1.5", the "3 inch f/14", the "3 inch (76mm) f2.8" and the 6 inch f4.5" lenses. Mixed condition, but a good chance to add to your collection. Similar lenses were used by the photograpers during the Apollo Program.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$271
Lot 703
Apollo Program, c1960s, "Bell & Howell" Cine Camera Lenses. Lot of six lenses including the "Super Comat 1" F1.9 lense (x4), the "Size 6 for 1.580-48 Thread", etc. Very mixed condition, but a good chance to add to your collection. Similar lenses were used by the photograpers during the Apollo Program.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$123
Lot 704
Apollo Program, c1960s, "Canon" Cine Camera Lenses. Lot of six lenses including the "TV-16, 25mm 1:1.4, the TV-16, 50mm 1:1.4), the TV-16, 50mm 1:1.8 (x3) etc. Mixed condition, but a good chance to add to your collection. Similar lenses were used by the photograpers during the Apollo Program.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$160
Lot 705
Apollo Program, c1960s, "Bell & Howell" Cine Camera Lenses. Lot of five lenses including the "Taylor-Hobson 1 inch f/1.9", the Taylor Hobson Anastigmat 2 inch f/1.4", the "Angenieux 1 inch f/0.95" (x2), etc. Mixed condition, but a good chance to add to your collection. Similar lenses were used by the photograpers during the Apollo Program.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$394
Lot 706
Apollo Program, c1960s, "Elgeet" and Cosmicar" Cine Camera Lenses. Lot of five lenses including the "Elgeet 13mm f:2.5" wide angle, the "2 inch f:1.5" and the "4 inch f:2.7 lenses and the "Cosmicar" "25mm f1:1.4 and the "50mm F:1.14" lenses. Mixed condition, but a good chance to add to your collection. Similar lenses were used by the photograpers during the Apollo Program.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$197
Lot 707
Apollo Program, c1960s, "Soligor" Cine Camera Lenses. Lot of six lenses including the "25mm 1:1.4" (x2), the 50mm, 1:1.4 (x3) and the "50mm f:1.8" lenses. Very mixed condition, but a good chance to add to your collection. Similar lenses were used by the photograpers during the Apollo Program.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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Lot 708
Apollo Program, c1960s, Assorted Cine Camera Lenses. Lot of five lenses including the French "Berthiot 1:2.8 f=16 ", the "Berthiot 1:1.8, f=2.5"lenses, the French "Angenieux F.25 1:1.4" lens, the British "Taylor Hobson Anastigmat 1 inch f/1.4 lens, etc. Mixed condition, but a good chance to add to your collection. Similar lenses were used by the photograpers during the Apollo Program.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$443
Lot 709
Apollo Program, c1960s, Assorted Cine Camera Lenses. Lot of five lenses including the "Kinotel Anastigmat 8mm f=1 1/2", F:1.5" lens, the Hugo Meyer 3 inch f=2.8 Trioplan T-2302" lens, the "Switar 1:1.4 F=50mm AR" lens, the Kodak Ektar II 25mm f/1.9" lens, and the Bausch & Lomb 26mm f1.9 Animar lens. Mixed condition, but a good chance to add to your collection. Similar lenses were used by the photograpers during the Apollo Program.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$221
Lot 710
Apollo Program, c1960s, Assorted Cine Camera Lenses. Lot of three lenses including the "Steinheil Munchen 1:2,8 f=35mm lens" (apparantly good condition) in its original leather carry case (battered), a "Wollensak Raptar 4 inch f/4.5" cine lens and filter in its original blue spring-top box and three identified lenses plus variousadaptor rings, etc. Mixed condition, but a good chance to add to your collection. Similar lenses were used by the photograpers during the Apollo Program.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$197
Lot 711
Apollo Program, c1967//1971, 16mm. Color Film from Apollo Manned and Unmanned Flights. An unusual lot containing 16mm, color film from the flights of Apollo 4 (460 feet), Apollo 8 (460 feet of raw, possibly unedited footage with no sound track), Apollo 8 "Go for TLI" (600 feet). Apollo 10 (1100 feet), Apollo 11 (1100 feet), Apollo 12 (1100 feet), Apollo 13 (1100 feet) and Apollo 15 (1100 feet). All but the Apollo 8 raw footage have been edited with sound and are ex the NASA Public Relations Office. A nice lot, all in metal film canisters. We haven't screened any of the footage, so the buyer will have the opportunity for being the first in about 50 years to have this privilage. An unusual opportunity.
Estimated Value $900 - 1,200.
Ex The Ludy Benjamin collection.

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Lot 712
Apollo 1, 1967, Original "Apollo Flight Crew Emblem" Crew Patch (3.5"), This is one of the genuine, "official" crew patches as given to Deke Slayton in his official capacity as Director of Flight Crew Operations by Apollo 1 crew member Gus Grissom prior to the fire in which the crew lost their lives. Included is a copy of two notes (originals on file) found with the patches in Slayton's Estate. One is of a NASA card reading: "Item: Apollo Flight Crew Emblem" / Part No. ACS 204 / Date Sept 19, 1966 / Quantity : 15 / Aug 1966" with two NASA Inspection handstamps at the bottom. The other is of a handwritten note: "Apollo 1 patch(s) / 1 to White House / per Ed ??? and dated 7/22/69". An important lot.
Estimated Value $500 - 750.
Ex. The astronaut Donald "Deke" Slayton Family Collection.

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$336
Lot 713
Apollo 1, 1967, Original "Apollo Flight Crew Emblem" Crew Patch (3.5"), This is one of the genuine, "official" crew patches as given to Deke Slayton in his official capacity as Director of Flight Crew Operations by Apollo 1 crew member Gus Grissom prior to the fire in which the crew lost their lives. Included is a copy of two notes (originals on file) found with the patches in Slayton's Estate. One is of a NASA card reading: "Item: Apollo Flight Crew Emblem" / Part No. ACS 204 / Date Sept 19, 1966 / Quantity : 15 / Aug 1966" with two NASA Inspection handstamps at the bottom. The other is of a handwritten note: "Apollo 1 patch(s) / 1 to White House / per Ed ??? and dated 7/22/69". An important lot.
Estimated Value $500 - 750.
Ex. The astronaut Donald "Deke" Slayton Family Collection.

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$216
Lot 714
Apollo 1, 1967, Original "Apollo Flight Crew Emblem" Crew Patch (3.5"), This is one of the genuine, "official" crew patches as given to Deke Slayton in his official capacity as Director of Flight Crew Operations by Apollo 1 crew member Gus Grissom prior to the fire in which the crew lost their lives. Included is a copy of two notes (originals on file) found with the patches in Slayton's Estate. One is of a NASA card reading: "Item: Apollo Flight Crew Emblem" / Part No. ACS 204 / Date Sept 19, 1966 / Quantity : 15 / Aug 1966" with two NASA Inspection handstamps at the bottom. The other is of a handwritten note: "Apollo 1 patch(s) / 1 to White House / per Ed ??? and dated 7/22/69". An important lot.
Estimated Value $500 - 750.
Ex. The astronaut Donald "Deke" Slayton Family Collection.

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$132
Lot 715
Apollo 1, 1967, Flamability Test Teflon Lacing and Kapton Insulation Samples. Lot of two different samples include a piece of Kapton covered twisted two-conductor wire (60+ inches) and a large piece of Teflon-coated Fiberglas tape (several feet worth). Both types of material passed testing and were later used in the Apollo and/or Shuttle Programs. Copies of Stuckey COAs are included with each piece. Attractive and interesting.
Estimated Value $150 - 250.
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Lot 716
Apollo 1, 1967, Flamability Test Teflon Lacing and Kapton Insulation Samples. Lot of two different samples include a piece of Kapton covered twisted two-conductor wire (60+ inches) and a large piece of Teflon-coated Fiberglas tape (several feet worth). Both types of material passed testing and were later used in the Apollo and/or Shuttle Programs. Copies of Stuckey COAs are included with each piece. Attractive and interesting.
Estimated Value $150 - 250.
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Lot 717
Apollo 4, 1967, FLOWN Heatshield Fragments. Mounted in a clear Lucite slant-top cylinder (2.5x2") that is inscribed at top: "Apollo 4 / Apollo Saturn 501 / Flown Heat shield Fragments / Saturn 5 and CSM 1st Flight / November 9, 1969 (sic)". Pristine condition. A Stuckey COA is included.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$74
Lot 718
Apollo 4, 1967, FLOWN Heatshield Fragments. Mounted in a clear Lucite slant-top cylinder (2.5x2") that is inscribed at top: "Apollo 4 / Apollo Saturn 501 / Flown Heat shield Fragments / Saturn 5 and CSM 1st Flight / November 9, 1969 (sic)". Pristine condition. A Stuckey COA is included.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$156
Lot 719
Apollo 4, 1967, FLOWN Heatshield Fragments. Mounted in a clear Lucite slant-top cylinder (2.5x2") that is inscribed at top: "Apollo 4 / Apollo Saturn 501 / Flown Heat shield Fragments / Saturn 5 and CSM 1st Flight / November 9, 1969 (sic)". Pristine condition. A Stuckey COA is included.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$180
Lot 720
Apollo 5 LM-1 Cloth Patch. Apollo 5 / LM-1cloth patch. This is one of the original cloth patches and was given to Donald Puddy at the time of the mission. These patches were not produced by NASA but by Grumman employees at the time of the first Lunar Module test flight (1/22/68). Scarce.
Estimated Value $250 - 275.
Ex. The Donald Puddy Estate Collection.

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Realized
$180
Lot 721
Apollo 6, 1968, FLOWN Heatshield Fragments. Mounted in a clear Lucite slant-top cylinder (2.5x2") that is inscribed at top: "Apollo 6 / April 4, 1968 / Flown Heat shield Fragments / Last Unmanned Apollo Test Flight". Pristine condition. A Stuckey COA is included.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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$192
Lot 722
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Lot 723
Apollo 10, 1969, "Captain's" Recovery Cover. With a printed (grey/black) USS Princeton cachet and a May 26, USS Princeton machine cancel. Ink address. A clean, scarce cover.
Estimated Value $75 - 100.
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Realized
$144



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