Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

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Manuscript, Sports, Collectibles, Space and Philatelic Auction

Aerospace

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 819		Over 30 Signed Commemorative Air Mail Covers: Pilots, Aces, & Crews of Historic Firsts in Flight and Records Late 1920s. Excellent collection of the people behind some of the most historic achievements in flight from World War I to the late 1920s all signed on commemorative covers celebrating a variety of inaugural airmail services. Also included are numerous newspaper clippings from the time regarding these achievements. Included are Arthur R. Brown Famous World War I Flying Ace of The Royal Air Force officially credited with shooting down Manfred von Richthofen, the "Red Baron", John H. Towers (later Pacific Fleet Commander) & Albert C. Read Trans-Atlantic Flight in 1919 and awarded the Navy Cross and Congressional Gold Medal, E. K. Campbell, at the time altitude record holder, Bert Hinkler London to Australia flyer, Leslie Arnold, first aerial circumnavigation in 1924 (175 days), Jean and Jeanette Piccard first into the stratosphere, Elinor Smith, pioneering American aviator once known as "The Flying Flapper of Freeport" and one of the youngest ever to take to the skies, world gliding record holders, speed race holders, early airship notables and many more. All in fine to excellent condtion and of particular interest to fans regarding the history of flight. Estimated Value $250 - 350 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $350
Lot 820		The Wright Brothers, Orville and Wilbur Wright Signed Photograph. The two most famous brothers in aviation history, Orville and Wilbur Wright, on December of 1903 made history with their numerous powered flights at Kitty Hawk a beach area in North Carolina. The first lasting only 12 seconds but the longest at almost a full minute. A coin toss decided who would have the honors of the first flight which fell to Wilbur on December 14th. But his attempts failed, so it was Orville three days later who made the flights with the help of favorable breeze. Both brothers continued in the business of flying, negotiating contracts with the U.S. Government for engines and withstanding controversy and claims by other countries regarding their history in flight even coming to heads with the Smithsonian. But after WWII, the 1903 Wright Flyer now resides at the museum a symbol of accomplishment. A small vintage photo with uneven trims, 3½ x 4½", of what appears to be their Model L biplane (image to small to be sure). The plane the brothers were in hopes to contract with the U.S. Government for WWI, but was deemed inferior to other manufacturers. Photo is signed by both brothers in black fountain pen ink that has oxidized to a brown over the years. Very scarce. Estimated Value $2,000-UP From the Collection of John Herbert. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $9,900
Lot 821		LZ 129 Hindenburg, Collection from Doomed Airship Including Fabric Sample. LZ 129 Hindenburg (Luftschiff Zeppelin #129; Registration: D-LZ 129, Germany) was the largest commercial passenger-carrying rigid airship, It was designed and built by the Zeppelin Company and was operated by the German Zeppelin Airline Company. On May 6, 1937 disaster hit as it attempted to dock on its mooring mast in Lakehurst, New Jersey bursting into flames, a catastrophe captured on newsreel and likely one of the most famous live radio broadcasts in history. Offered here is a small collection of vintage pieces from the storied zeppelin. The signature piece is a 3 x 4" inch section of the fabric/skin from tail fins. Piece was originally in a display so glue/paper on version but still very nice. Also included is an original U.S. Naval Air Station, Lakehurst, N.J. 1937 Ground Crew Baggage Inspector's button 1½" round, a U.S. Naval Air Station 1937 Transatlantic Airship Service pass stamped American Zeppelin Transport, Inc. General U.S.Agents German Zeppelin Transport Co (pass was used for a Duralim display and is so noted). a single sheet of German stationary of onion skin paper, with Luftchiff, Hindenburg letter head and Deutsch-Zeppelin Reederei Flag, one vintage post card and a colorized re-strike photo of the Hindenberg as it sailed over Manhattan prior to leaving for Lakehurst awaiting the weather to clear. Estimated Value $600 - 800 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $336