How to Sell Your Wernher von Braun Memorabilia

Wernher von Braun was a noted rocket scientist in Germany during WWII. In the U.S. he served as director of the Marshall Space Flight Center and had an important role in developing rockets that made the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo programs possible. Von Braun’s autographs and memorabilia are highly collectible as he was a central figure in the space race. Please feel free to contact us if you’d like a free appraisal or would like to sell your Wernher von Braun memorabilia.

Below are some of our top Wernher von Braun sales:

Werner von Braun Letter Signed from 1964

We realized $23,100 for a Wernher von Braun typed letter dated 6 January 1964 to an undisclosed Board Chairman. Von Braun references a speech he gave in Ponte Vedra, Florida and writes, “Your hunting invitation sounds very intriguing. I am always interested in hunting and would like very much to be able to accept your wonderful offer. However, for the time being, I must ask for a rain check since I am very busy helping put a man on the moon…” Letter is accompanied with authentication from both JSA and Steve Zarelli.

Apollo 11 Astronauts + Werner von Braun Signed Photo

We sold an Apollo 11 photo display containing photos of the astronauts, the mission insignia, an image of the plaque left on the moon completed with autographs from Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, Buzz Aldrin and Werner von Braun for $7,900. Item also comes with PSA/DNA authentication.

Wernher von Braun Letter Signed from 1964

We realized $4,300 for a unique two page Wernher von Braun typed letter signed from 22 February 1964 regarding the first American satellite, Explorer I, that was launched from the Jupiter-C missile. Letter in part reads,

“About one month after Sputnik I we were given the go-ahead on this project. And within 87 days the 30.8-pound Explorer I was boosted by the Jupiter C to the path which it is still traveling around the earth…Six years later, on January 29, 1964, the Saturn I placed into orbit 37,700 pounds, dramatically demonstrating this advance in rocketry…Your collection of stamps will reflect many more milestones in the future as man advances into space…[signed] Wernher von Braun”.

Wernher von Braun Signed Speech From 1959

Wernher von Braun served as Director of the Development Operations Division of the U.S. Army Ballistic Missile Agency between 1956 and 1960. During those year he helped develop the Jupiter-C missile which launched the first U.S. satellite and officially made the U.S. a contender in the space race. We sold a Wernher von Braun signed speech that references the Jupiter missile for $4,000. Speech is dated 25 July 1959 and was delivered to the Georgian American Legion.

Wernher von Braun Photo Badge

The United States Army Ballistic Missile Agency (USABMA) was established in 1956 where Wernher von Braun and his group of German scientists were brought on board to help with missile technology. His team ultimately created the foundation for the Saturn rocket program which would eventually lead to the Apollo program. We sold a USABMA Wernher von Braun work badge photo for $3,800.

Thank you for stopping by to view some of our Wernher von Braun sales! Please don’t hesitate to contact us for a free appraisal or if you’d like to sell your Wernher von Braun memorabilia. Our monthly auctions can be viewed at natedsanders.com.

FAQ

How do I consign or sell my Wernher von Braun memorabilia?
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This sounds great and I’d like to move forward. What’s the consignment process like at Nate D. Sanders Auctions?
We’ll send you more information about our auction house along with an agreement to review. Your item will appear in our next auction. Unlike many auction houses, we hold monthly auctions and pay you within an industry-leading 45 days following the auction.

What factors determine the value of a Wernher von Braun memorabilia?
The value of your item can vary based on the condition, the subject matter and if the item is signed.