Lot 129
Apollo 13, 1970, FLOWN Crew Patch and Netting. A striking presentation board (10x8") on which is mounted a multicolor Beta cloth crew patch (3.5") and a piece of white mesh netting (1.25x1.5") from the Lunar Module. The netting was for use on board to stow equipment and manuals for easy access and to prevent them from floating around during weightlessness. Both pieces are mounted on the board which is inscribed: "To Howie, This patch and LM-7 netting flown to the moon on Apollo 13 spacecraft 11-17 April 1970. Thanks for your support over the years, especially for your talent to make flight plans such enjoyable reading." It is signed: "The Apollo 13 Crew, James Lovell, Fred Haise and Jack Swigert". The Lovell and Swigert autographs have oxidized somewhat over the years, but are quite legible. Quite rare and highly desirable.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,700.
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| Realized $3,105 |
