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Lot #6249
Apollo 13 Presidential Medal of Freedom Award Certificate - From the Personal Collection of Edgar Mitchell

President Nixon recognizes Edgar Mitchell's role in "transforming potential tragedy into one of the most dramatic rescues of all time"

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President Nixon recognizes Edgar Mitchell's role in "transforming potential tragedy into one of the most dramatic rescues of all time"

Rare Presidential Medal of Freedom certificate presented to Apollo moonwalker Edgar Mitchell as a member of "The Apollo XIII Mission Operations Team," one page, 11.75 x 9.75, dated April 18, 1970, in part: "The men and women of the Apollo XIII mission operations team performed such a miracle, transforming potential tragedy into one of the most dramatic rescues of all time." Lower right bears a preprinted facsimile signature of President Richard Nixon. Framed to an overall size of 12.75 x 10.75. In fine condition.




Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Karlyn Mitchell, the daughter of Edgar Mitchell.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space
  • Dates: #702 - Ended October 24, 2024