Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility

Lot #6471
Apollo 13 Heat Shield Fragments

Apollo 13 Heat Shield Fragments

This lot has closed

Estimate: $400+
Sell a Similar Item?
Refer Collections and Get Paid
Share:  

Description

Apollo 13 Heat Shield Fragments

Small package of approximately 40 flown fragments from the Apollo 13 command module Odyssey’s ablative aft heat shield, affixed to an 11 x 8.5 certificate of authenticity, dated April 11, 1995, hand-signed by Ken Havekotte, stating that the “attached fragments are original pieces from Apollo 13’s ablative aft heat shield of the Command Module #109 (Spacecraft Odyssey) of AS–508 that flew nearly 143 hours in space around the moon on April 11–17, 1970.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned Apollo 13 mission report, dated May 20, 1970. From the collection of aerospace memorabilia specialist Ken Havekotte.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space And Aviation Auction
  • Dates: #474 - Ended April 21, 2016