Lot 563
Shuttle Program, 1995/2001, Shuttle & MIR Crew-Signed Presentation Plaque (12x17") This Russian-language plaque is crew signed by nine different Shuttle crews (STS-71, 74, 76, 79, 81, 84, 86, 89, 91) and eight different MIR crews (18-25). These crews represent the "Phase 1 US/Russian Program" of their joint flights. The description on the plaque reads, in part: "Those of us who have worked together to conduct the joint missions between our nations recognize the significance these flights hold for the future of human spaceflight exploration…". ALSO included is an unsigned plaque as prepared as the consignor's direction. A photocopy of his NASA Publications and Graphics Work Request is inclosed. It reads, in part"…Design & Prepare a layout for the attached list of flights and a place for the crews to sign them in space…". We can find no proof that they actually WERE signed in space, BUT, we can say that this signed piece is absolutely unbelievably striking. It may never have been distributed as the consignor has stored this piece in the original box as received from the Graphics Department. All the autographs are boldly signed with only minimal rubbing. This piece is virtually identical to the previous lot except for it being printed in Russian. This piece will be the highlight of any collection.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500,
Ex. the Donald Puddy Estate collection,
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| Realized $2,880 |
