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Lot #55
Group 2 Astronaut Signed FDC

The ‘New Nine’

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The ‘New Nine’

First day cover with a Friendship 7 launch date postal cancellation, signed along the left side in ink and ballpoint by all nine Group 2 astronauts: “Edward H. White II,” “Elliot See,” “Neil Armstrong,” “James A. McDivitt,” “Charles Conrad, Jr.,” “John Young,” “James Lovell,” “Thomas P. Stafford,” and “Frank Borman.” In fine condition. Selected in 1962, the Group 2 appointments expanded the number of astronauts from 7 to 16 as NASA moved on to Projects Gemini and Apollo. An extremely desirable grouping, seldom offered on a single item. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space and Aviation Auction
  • Dates: #451 - Ended April 23, 2015





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