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Sell or Auction Your Apollo Module Hatch Engineer Grade Model for up to Over $10,000 or More at Nate D. Sanders Auctions

ByNate D Sanders February 5, 2024February 5, 2024

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Below is a recent realized price for an Apollo Module hatch engineer grade model. We at Nate D. Sanders Auctions. We at Nate D. Sanders Auctions can obtain up to this amount or more for you:

Apollo Module Hatch Engineer Grade Model. Sold for Over $10,000.

Here are some space models we have sold:

Apollo Spacecraft Model Signed by 22 Astronauts, Including 9 Moonwalkers & 3 From Project Mercury — Signatures Include Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Alan Shepard & 19 More — With Steve Zarelli COA

Very rare Apollo spacecraft model signed by 22 astronauts, including Neil Armstrong and eight other Moonwalkers, as well as three Project Mercury astronauts. This pre-Apollo I model is from the mid-1960s, made by North American Aviation, Inc., the company that merged with Rockwell-Standard in March 1967 to form North American Rockwell, whose models are much more common. All 22 signatures appear on the command module, and include: Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Alan Shepard, Alan Bean, Charles Conrad Jr., Ed Mitchell, Jim Irwin, Dave Scott, John Young, Gordon Cooper, Wally Schirra, Donn Eisele, Rusty Schweickart, James McDivitt, Dick Gordon, James Lovell, Jack Swigert, Ken Mattingly, Ron Evans, Joe Engle, Joe Kerwin and Jerry Carr. Model measures 6.5″ in diameter and 21″ tall, upon a circular base that reads “North American Aviation, Inc. / APOLLO SPACECRAFT”. Some signatures have faded and subsequently been touched up or traced over, as indicated on the COA. Most signatures, including Armstrong and Aldrin, remain bold and instantly recognizable. Model is missing one metal rocket booster, otherwise complete and in very good condition. With a Steve Zarelli Space Authentication COA for all signatures. A rarely seen Apollo model signed by the astronauts. Sold for $7,535.

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Historic 1950’s Model of The Vanguard 1 Satellite From the Navy Research Laboratory — Large Scale Model of the Longest-Orbiting Man-Made Satellite Ever

Model Vanguard 1 satellite from the Navy Research Laboratory, the firm that built the satellites of Project Vanguard. Vanguard 1 was launched on 17 March 1958, shortly after the Soviet launch of Sputnik kicked off the Space Race. The United State’s first successful satellite launch after Explorer, Vanguard 1 remains in orbit today, holding the record for longest-orbiting satellite made by man. Model satellite features a spherical shell, with one half made of metal and the other half rendered in clear plastic to reveal the mechanics within. Secured at the center, a clear cylinder which contains seven numbered layers of colored sponges represents the hermetically sealed mercury cell battery container and radio transmitter machinery used in the space-bound version. Wires connect the payload to six terminals on the exterior that represent the six solar cell clusters by which the satellite was powered as the first ever satellite to employ solar power. With a 22” diameter, model satellite is much larger in scale than its counterpart in orbit, which was nicknamed by Kruschev the ”grapefruit satellite” for its petite size. Model is mounted to a 2” tall transparent base that contains a plaque reading in full, ”Full Scale Model / Scientific Earth Satellite / Designed and Built by Project Vanguard / US Naval Research Laboratory / Washington D.C.” An important piece of pre-NASA space history in near fine condition. With provenance from the family of Howard Tihila, Office of International Science Activities for the National Science Board, the government agency that backed Project Vanguard. Sold for $5,530.

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1950’s Model of The Vanguard 1 Satellite. Click to enlarge.

Scarce Saturn C-5 Model Made by the Marshall Space Flight Center, Circa Early 1960s Before It Was Renamed Saturn V — In Original Box Shipped to Houston

Scarce Saturn C-5 model made by the George C. Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), circa early 1960s before NASA decided to use this rocket for the Apollo program and renamed it Saturn V. While Saturn V models are occasionally available at auction, Saturn C-5 models such as this one are virtually non-extant.

Model is housed in its original MSFC blue wooden case, with a partially torn NASA label addressed to a “Dr. Joseph” in Houston. As the model originates from an estate in Massachusetts, the recipient was possibly Joseph Shea, Deputy Director of the Office of Manned Space Flight, who joined NASA in late 1961 as a systems engineer and retired in Massachusetts.

Model is approximately 1/100 scale, measuring 42.75″ tall. Nearly all components are present: the S-IC with five F-1 engines, screwed to the wooden base and measuring 18.25″ tall and 4.25″ in diameter at top; piece connecting the S-IC and S-II measuring 3.125″ tall including transparent connecting rings; S-II measuring 12.75″ tall, featuring five silver and red J-2 rocket engines; S-IV B measuring 9.5″; slanted interstage measuring 3.75″ tall, missing the bottom connecting ring; service module measuring 2.5″ tall”; command module measuring 1.25″ tall; and finally, orange lunar excursion module landing stage with lunar legs, attached with tape underneath the launch stage, all measuring 3.25″ tall – this entire component is designed to fit into the slanted interstage. Set also includes two 2″ pins to fit pieces together. Wooden base measures 8.25″ x 8.5″ with metal plaque identifying the model as “SATURN C-5″ from the George C. Marshall Space Flight Center. Original blue wooden carrying case measures 23.75″ x 15.5″ x 9.75″ tall, with a 3.5″ x 4.5” photo affixed to interior showing the contents of model in box. Model is missing the launch escape system that tops the model, and the boost protective cover that fits over the command module. Part of the service module is missing, and one of the gray F-1 rocket engines is present but detached. Slanted interstage is starting to separate along seam. Additionally some isolated chipping to paint. Overall very good condition. An extraordinarily rare and early prototype for the Saturn V rocket, a historic memento from the early days of the Space Race. Sold for $4,500.

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Apollo 11 Crew Signed Model of the Command Module Spacecraft — Signatures of Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, & Michael Collins

Model of the Apollo 11 Command Module signed by the crew: ”Neil Armstrong”, ”Michael Collins” and ”Buzz Aldrin”. The model was reportedly signed first by Armstrong in the 1980’s, then by Aldrin and Collins at the 2009 Spacefest convention in San Diego, CA. Engraved plaque affixed to the front reads: ”First Men on The Moon / Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins / Apollo 11 July 16 1969 A.D. / A Winning Combination”. Lightweight, handcrafted model measures 8.75” in height. Wooden triangular base measures 4.75” across and 7.25” deep. Near fine. Sold for $4,468.

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Apollo 11 Crew Signed Model of the Command Module Spacecraft. Click to enlarge.

Apollo Spacecraft Model by North American Aviation, Inc. — Pre-Apollo I Model

Very early mid-1960s Apollo spacecraft model, made by North American Aviation, Inc., the company that merged with Rockwell-Standard in March 1967 shortly after the Apollo I fire. Unlike more common models made by North American Rockwell after the merger, this is one of the earliest Apollo models ever produced. Saturn model spacecraft is comprised of the Escape Rocket, which sits atop the Command Module, housed in a circular base that reads ”North American Aviation, Inc. / APOLLO SPACECRAFT” with the NASA emblem. United States decals and flag are on both the Escape Rocket and Command Module. Affixed to the underside of the base is a label by The Walter J. Hyatt Co. Model measures 6.75” in diameter and 20.5” tall. Complete in its original foam-protected box from North American Aviation, Inc. that reads ”Apollo SPACECRAFT”. One small black piece missing that clips to side of rocket, else near fine condition. Sold for $3,994.

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Fred Haise Signed Apollo Saturn V Rocket Model

Fred Haise signed Saturn V rocket model, a 1:200 scale model of the rocket that transported Haise on the Apollo 13 mission. Base is signed “Fred Haise / Apollo 13″ in silver felt-tip. Measures approximately 22” tall. Near fine condition. Sold for $1,785.

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We also sold the following space memorabilia:

Scarce Apollo 11 Space-Flown U.S. Flag — Affixed to a NASA Certificate Signed by Each of the Apollo 11 Crew Members: Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins & Buzz Aldrin — With Steve Zarelli COA

American flag flown aboard the historic Apollo 11 mission to the moon, presented on a certificate signed by the Apollo 11 crew: Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. Official NASA certificate with the Apollo 11 insignia reads: “This flag traveled to the moon with Apollo 11, the first manned lunar landing, July 20, 1969”. Hand-signed in felt pen, “Neil Armstrong”, “Michael Collins” and “Buzz Aldrin”. Flag measures 6″ x 4″, affixed to certificate measuring 9.5″ x 11.5″ and framed to an overall size of 15″ x 17″. Some minor show-through of glue from verso of flag in four spots and minor toning to certificate, else near fine. A scarce memento from the historic mission. With Steve Zarelli COA. Sold for $89,220.

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Apollo 11 Buzz Aldrin Flown U.S. Flag. Click to enlarge.
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Jack Swigert’s 14K Gold Robbins Medal Flown Aboard Apollo 13 — One of Only 2 for Each Astronaut

Jack Swigert’s personally owned Robbins medal struck in 14K gold, flown aboard Apollo 13 where he famously reported, “Houston, we’ve had a problem.” Unlike the silver Robbins medals which number over 400 for the Apollo 13 mission, this very scarce gold Robbins medal is one of only six for each of the three astronauts on the mission, with each astronaut being able to purchase up to two. Like the silver Robbins medals, the original gold medals taken on the space flight were melted down and re-cast with the new design, without the landing date and with Swigert’s name replacing Ken Mattingly. Medal depicts mission insignia, including the name of the mission, three of Apollo’s chariot horses flying toward the Moon, and the slogan ”Ex Luna, Scientia” (from the moon, knowledge). Verso lists the crew members, space modules, and engraved dates of launch and return, as well as “14K r”. Unlike the silver medals, the gold medals were not serialized but it’s known that only six or less were produced. Gold medal measures 1.25” in diameter. In near fine condition. From the estate of Jack Swigert and with an LOA from his sister. Sold for $73,500.

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The Apollo 15 Hand Controller From Al Worden

As Al Worden, the Apollo 15 Command Module Pilot, puts it in the signed COA included with this hand controller, which is mounted on wood: “…this control stick cover, NASA serial number MSC 991-0001.12, was the hand controller I used during the flight of Apollo 15. The function of the hand controller was to adjust the attitude of the spacecraft during flight. For instance it was critical to the maneuver designed to withdraw the Lunar Module from the S-IVB stage of the launch vehicle once leaving earth orbit. This maneuver involved 180 degree rotation of the Command and Service Module to align with the Lunar Module in storage. It was also essential for the alignment of the spacecraft in the proper direction for any thrusting maneuver. This controller was essential to the success of Apollo 15 and has been in my possession since the flight.” In near fine condition. Sold for $72,556.

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John Glenn’s In-Flight Instructions Used & Flown Aboard Mercury 6

One-of-kind piece of space history flown with John Glenn aboard the Mercury-Atlas 6 “Friendship 7” – the first manned orbit of the earth by an American astronaut. These in-flight photo instructions were used by Glenn aboard the 20 February 1962 mission and feature both a chronological flight plan with detailed astrological markers (“+7′ CASSIOPIA/COUNT STARTS” and “+23′ ORION & MOON/UV PHOTOS COUNT STARS”), as well as fixed geographical landmarks (“LAKE VICTORIA/KENYA NAIROBI” AND “CHRISTMAS ISLANDS”). All data on the instructions was personally used by Glenn to confirm the capsule’s flight path during its 4 hour and 55 minute mission, instructing Glenn at which point to take photos in flight. Instructions also include an in-flight check list that covers such tasks as “Chng Film-Color Filter Out” and “STOW & R. SEQ CHK CET”. The document was attached to a bobbin at each end, forming a scroll that Glenn was able to move back and forth with his thumb during the mission. The long and narrow document measures 4.75″ x 42.5″, its ends trimmed to fit into the bobbin slits. The in-flight instructions were given by Glenn to Frogman Richard “Dick” Dunham of UDT-21 (Underwater Demolition Team) as a thank you memento for his work with Mercury 6; a precursor to Navy Seals, the UDT both trained astronauts for egress from the space capsule into the ocean and retrieved the astronauts after splashdown. The flight plan was then given to U.S. Navy veteran Justin C. Pollard by Dunham, who became a mentor during Pollard’s time in the Navy Bud/S School, Class 240. The document’s historical significance was confirmed by the John Glenn Archives at Ohio State University Libraries. Light creasing and wear, otherwise near fine. Additional provenance includes: (1) LOA from Justin Pollard; (2) 1959 photo of Dunham and Glenn together (Dunham is the blond gentleman, 4th from left in back row) and (3) screen-capture photo of the Mercury 6 cockpit, scroll visible in center of photo, in front of John Glenn. Sold for $66,993.

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Exceptionally Scarce Apollo 11 Flag Flown to the Moon — Signed by Armstrong, Aldrin & Collins

United States flag flown to the moon on Apollo 11 during the historic 1969 mission. Flag is mounted to an official NASA certificate reading: ”This flag traveled to the Moon with Apollo 11, the first manned lunar landing, July 20, 1969.” Certificate is signed ”Neil Armstrong”, ”Michael Collins” and ”Buzz Aldrin” in felt tip and has the Apollo 11 crew emblem near the center. Printed along the bottom edge are the first words by Neil Armstrong after stepping upon the moon: ”One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind”. The silk United States flag measures 6” x 4”, mounted to the NASA certificate, which measures 10” x 12”. Some show through of adhesive to flag corners and light toning to certificate, else near fine. Sold for $63,195.

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Exceptionally Scarce Apollo 11 Flag Flown to the Moon. Click image to enlarge.

Bible Flown to the Moon on Apollo 13 — With Crew-Signed COA & Additional COA Signed by James Lovell & the Director of the Apollo Prayer League

Extraordinarily rare Bible flown to the moon aboard Apollo 13. Complete King James microform Bible, Serial Number 13-010, originates from the Apollo Prayer League, formed with the dual goals of praying for the astronauts, and also of sending a Bible to the moon in the memory of Edward White, the astronaut who died in the Apollo 1 fire before he could fulfill that dream. Bible comes with two certificates of authenticity: one signed by the crew of Apollo 13 certifying that the Bible with serial number 13-010 flew to the moon; a second letter from the Apollo Prayer League is signed by both Commander James Lovell and also the Director of the Apollo Prayer League John M. Stout. Bible is beautifully framed in a custom presentation measuring 10.5” x 11.25”, accented with a pearl and garnet against red velvet and a gold cross. Miniaturized Bible measuring 1.5” square is centered in the presentation with ”HOLY BIBLE” at top. In beautiful, near fine condition with excellent supporting provenance. Sold for $62,500.

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Jack Swigert’s Own Apollo 17 Flown Robbins Medal, Serial Number 41

Apollo 17 Robbins medal, serial number 41. Sterling silver medal commemorates Apollo 17 as the most recent lunar landing conducted by NASA to date. The mission launched 7 December 1972 and returned safely twelve days later. Pictorial obverse is cast with mission insignia, featuring stylized design elements of the U.S. flag and an eagle, alongside a bust in profile of Greek god Apollo. Figures are set against a detailed space ground featuring the moon and ringed planets. Scene is circumscribed by title, ”Apollo XVII / Cernan-Evans-Schmitt”. Reverse reads, ”Launch / Dec. 6, 1972 / Taurus-Littrow / Dec. 11, 1972 / Entry / Dec. 19, 1972”, circumscribed, ”America – Challenger / Apollo XVII The Beginning”. Coin measures 1.25” and is made of sterling silver, housed in its original ”Robbins Company” plastic box with an ”41” sticker on the bottom. Fine. With an LOA from Apollo 13 astronaut Jack Swigert’s sister.  A superb Apollo 17 Robbins medal flown.  Sold for $56,250.

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Very Scarce Collection of Four Jack Swigert Flown Apollo 13 Space Suit Patches

Exceptionally rare collection of Jack Swigert’s Apollo 13 flown spacesuit beta cloth patches. The crew endured incredible circumstances after launching 11 April 1970, when two days later, they were forced into an emergency turn-around before ever reaching the moon. Fortunately the astronauts expertly improvised a repair to the spacecraft and narrowly escaped disaster, ultimately returning safely to Earth. Beta cloth patches were designed from a material made of fireproof material woven from Teflon fibers. NASA spacesuits each featured four beta cloth patches, including a name tag, the NASA logo, mission insignia, and an American flag. All four of Swigert’s patches are intact and housed in sheaths of plastic for protection in the following order: the first depicts his last name, measuring 5” x 2”, the second depicts the traditional NASA logo, measuring 5” x 4.25”, the third, the Apollo 13 mission insignia including the name of the mission, three of Apollo’s chariot horses flying toward the Moon, and the slogan ”Ex Luna, Scientia” (”from the moon, knowledge”), measuring 4” x 4”, and the fourth, an American flag measuring 7.25” x 5.25”. Patches have some toning, particularly to edges, and a fold running vertically through American flag, though each could be removed from plastic and nicely framed. With an LOA from Swigert’s sister. Sold for $27,500.

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Apollo 11 Space-Flown U.S. Flag — From the Collection of Buzz Aldrin

American flag flown aboard the historic Apollo 11 mission to the moon, from the collection of Buzz Aldrin. Flag is affixed to certificate reading: ”This flag traveled to the Moon on Apollo 11, the first manned lunar landing, July 20, 1969” along with the Apollo 11 mission insignia and the words ”One small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind”. Flag measures 6” x 4.25” and certificate measures 9.5” x 11.5”. Handsomely framed in navy blue mat with wood and brass frame, measuring 16.75” x 19.25”. In stunning, near fine condition. Accompanied by an LOA from David Van Zile, Buzz Aldrin’s stepson. Sold for $27,225.

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LOA from David Van Zile. Click image to enlarge.

Jack Swigert’s Personally Owned Rolex — Possibly the Same Rolex Given to Him by Rolex’s CEO Rene Jeanneret in Exchange for the Rolex That Helped Save the Apollo 13 Crew

Jack Swigert’s personally owned and worn Rolex, possibly given to him by Rolex’s CEO after Swigert’s return from the Apollo 13 mission. During that mission, in which Swigert famously told NASA, “Houston, we’ve had a problem”, Swigert used his Rolex (and his Omega Speedmaster, worn on his other wrist) to keep time in the Lunar Module, which was powered down so as to conserve energy following the aborted mission, thereby allowing the astronauts to return to Earth. Because the timing devices in the Module were not available to the men, Swigert was tasked with timing the engine burns that kept them on a trajectory to reenter Earth’s atmosphere.

Upon their successful return to Earth, Swigert gifted his Rolex to CEO Rene Jeanneret writing, “To my longtime friend Rene Jeanneret who enabled me to always be on time with sincere thanks Jack Swigert”. Upon receiving this gift, Jeanneret in turn gave Swigert a brand-new Rolex Mocha GMT Master; the watch presented here at auction for the first time is also a Rolex Mocha GMT Master. With serial number 1934406, manufactured in 1969, Rolex is an Oyster Perpetual Date Chronometer with the “root beer” style two-tone bezel, in 18kt yellow gold with a Jubilee bracelet and nipple dial. Light wear from use, watch is fully operational and in near fine, vintage condition. With an LOA from Jack Swigert’s sister, Virginia Swigert. Sold for $20,625.

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Apollo 8 Flown Heat Shield Segment, Comprising a Charred Plug from the First Manned Mission to Orbit the Moon

Very rare heat shield segment flown on the historic Apollo mission, not only the first manned mission to leave Earth’s low orbit and summit to the moon, but also the first manned mission of the Saturn V rocket. Segment is a charred plug, here preserved in lucite on a wooden base, with a plaque reading “First Manned Lunar Orbital Flight / Apollo 8 / Dec. 21-27, 1968″. Measures 4″ x 5.5″ x 3.125”. Very good plus condition. Very rare, with only one other recent example found at auction. Sold for $19,020.

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John Glenn Signed Mercury 6 Mission Space Flown Dollar Bill — Signed a Second Time on The Mat With M. Scott Carpenter — With NASA COA, JSA LOA & PSA/DNA COA

John Glenn signed dollar bill flown in space on the Mercury 6 mission with signed mat. The single dollar bill is signed “J H Glenn, Jr.” in ink. Launched 20 February 1962, Mercury 6 was the first mission to put an American (Glenn) in orbit. Flown bill is mounted to a COA also signed “J H Glenn, Jr.” and “M. Scott Carpenter”. The text of the COA reads: “This CERTIFIES / the following U.S. currency / Serial No. A31941854B / accompanied Lt. Col. John H. Glenn / on the first manned orbital flight aboard Friendship 7 Feb. 20, 1962″. Bill measures 6.25″ x 2.5″. Stapled to COA with two staples near the bottom edge to an overall size of 11.25″ x 8.5”. An additional signature on the bill reads: “Terry Thompson”. Some abrasions to upper right of bill and creasing, else near fine. toning to the mat, else near fine. With JSA LOA and PSA/DNA COA. Sold for $17,600.

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Apollo 13 Flown Instrument Cover & Omega Velcro Watch Strap From Jack Swigert’s Estate

Lot of two items from Jack Swigert’s estate. First item is an Apollo 13 flown instrument cover, measuring 1.75″ in diameter, made of a stainless steel disc with an articulated ring at center. Above and below the ring are codes printed in black that read, ”P/NSEB33100063-301 / S/N1017 ASSY.” A small square of velcro is affixed to verso at center, certainly to secure cover in place in the weightless environment of space. Lot also includes Swigert’s NASA issued Omega velcro watch strap, worn by Swigert over his space suit, and likely space flown. Velcro strap with metal fastener is imprinted with code numbers ”P/N SEB12100030-202 / S/N 1067”. Measures 22” in length. Some dulling and superficial marks to lid and soiling to velcro strap. Near fine overall. With an LOA from the estate of Jack Swigert. Sold for $13,920.

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Flown Apollo 9 TPI Appendix Signed by James McDivitt — From McDivitt’s Personal Collection

Apollo 9 flown TPI Appendix, from the personal collection of James McDivitt and signed by him. In green felt-tip, McDivitt signs the front cover, “FLOWN ON APOLLO 9 / Jim McDivitt”. This TPI (Transfer Phase Initiation) Appendix was not used, as all normal procedures operated during the mission, as noted on McDivitt’s accompanying signed COA, which also states, “This TPI Appendix…was flown in Earth orbit aboard Apollo 9, 3-13 March 1969, and is from my personal collection…A handwritten note to Rusty Schweickart with Post-Rendezvous LM Torquing data is taped inside the back cover and signed by Gerry Griffin. I have signed and endorsed the front…[signed] Jim McDivitt”. McDivitt also writes “Not needed! / Used Normal With All Systems, OK.” on front cover. Comprised of 16 sheets plus back cover, measuring approximately 8″ x 10.5″, secured by three rings. Light wear, in very good condition. Sold for $13,125.

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Jack Swigert’s Apollo 13 Flown Toothbrush

Jack Swigert Apollo 13 flown, personally owned NASA Oral B-40 clear toothbrush. Toothbrush measures 6.25” with some toning and wear. Housed in a plastic case. Very good. With an LOA from Swigert’s sister certifying that it is Apollo 13 flown.  Sold for $11,794.

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Piece of the Space Suit Worn by Alan Shepard on the Moon — With LOA From NASA Manager of the Apollo 14 Mission

Swatch of Alan Shepard’s space suit from the Apollo 14 mission. This is a portion of the outermost layer of Shepard’s spacesuit worn while he conducted Extra Vehicular Activity on the Moon. This garment was a component of Shepard’s PLSS — Portable Life Support System. With an LOA from a member of the NASA personnel who worked on preparations for the Apollo 14 mission, to whom Shepard gave this. Measures approximately 1.5” square. With light soiling from moon dust. Sold for $6,691.

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Apollo 8 Flown Beta Cloth, Signed and from the Personal Collection of Frank Borman

Apollo 8 flown Beta cloth, signed by mission Commander Frank Borman, from whose personal collection this originates. Beta cloth shows the Apollo 8 emblem, signed by Borman in black felt-tip, “Flown on Apollo 8 / Frank Borman CDR”. Apollo 8 was the first manned mission to leave Earth’s low orbit, then reach and orbit the moon. Measures 9″ x 9″. Near fine condition. With Novaspace COA. Sold for $5,775.

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Apollo 16 Flown Astronaut Rations — Sealed Packet of Cheese Crackers With Lunar Module Pilot Charles Duke’s Signed LOA

Lunar Module Pilot Charles Duke’s own space food ration in airtight packaging flown on the Apollo 16 mission. The lunar mission launched from Kennedy Space Center on 16 April 1972, commanded by John Young, Duke and Ken Mattingly. NASA over-packed lunch for its astronauts, and after an eleven-day expedition in space, they returned to Earth with leftovers including this intact 12-pack of cheddar cheese crackers. The Velcro tab used to secure the package in the weightless environment of space is still affixed to the upper right. A label affixed to center identifies the snack and bears ID number “5083”. A typed letter of provenance signed by Duke is included. Dated 11 December 2004, it reads in part: “…By this letter, I certify that the Apollo food bag containing ‘Cheddar Cheese Crackers’ with ID number 5083 with a ‘Blue’ Velcro tab was flown to the moon aboard the Apollo Command Module ‘Casper’…Each meal usually consisted of four or five bags that included a drink, a soup, an entree, a vegetable, and a dessert. One crewman would prepare the meals for consumption…While the Apollo food did not look very appetizing, I actually found it tasty and certainly nutritious. The portions were more than ample so all the food was not consumed. This is one of the bags that were not consumed. This food bag has been a part of my personal space collection since we returned from our mission on April 27, 1972…” The Apollo 16 mission included the collection of rock samples from the moon’s Descartes Highlands. Evidence of rock formed by impact rather than volcano surprised scientists, providing new insight into the history of our closest celestial neighbor. Package measures 7″ x 3.5″, in fine condition. Sold for $3,702.

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Edgar Mitchell’s Personally Owned & Signed PPK (Personal Preference Kit) Flown Aboard Apollo 14

Personal Preference Kit (PPK) owned by Apollo 14 astronaut Ed Mitchell, and taken aboard the spacecraft Kittyhawk to the moon by him. Each astronaut aboard Apollo 14 was allowed only a few personal preference kits where they could put personal items that they wanted flown with them to the moon. This NASA issued drawstring pouch, measuring approximately 6″ x 9.5″, was the PPK given to astronaut Ed Mitchell and kept by him since the mission. Signed in black marker on front of pouch, “This command module PPK was flown to the moon on Apollo 14 / Edgar Mitchell LMP [Lunar Module Pilot]”. White nylon pouch is identified in type above Mitchell’s handwriting, “P/N SEB 12100018-202 / S/N 1112”. In very good condition with light wear. A rare opportunity to own an Apollo memento with personal significance to its original owner, astronaut Ed Mitchell. Sold for $3,119.

Apollo 14 Flown PPK Personal Preference Kit. Click to enlarge.

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Do you have a high-value item that you would like to get the maximum price possible? If so, please call us at (310) 440-2982 or use the form below. A representative of Nate D. Sanders Auctions will contact you concerning your items.

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