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Lot #432
STS-1 Flown Heatshield Lucite Display

Estimate: $200+

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Description

Flown thermal tile segment from the Space Shuttle Orbiter 'Columbia' (STS-1), which was presented to Earl Rubenstein. The segment is encased in a rectangular 3.75˝ x 2.75˝ x 1˝ block of Lucite with a NASA presentation card, numbered 3633, which reads: "Presented to Howard J. Schneider, in appreciation of your steadfast support of the Space Shuttle program which helped Columbia's flight become a successful reality." On the reverse, the card reads: "This is a segment of a thermal tile which protected the Space Shuttle Orbiter 'Columbia' (STS-1) from the heat of reentry on its first flight April 12–14, 1981." In fine condition.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring John F. Kennedy
  • Dates: October 25, 2024 - November 13, 2024