Flown piece of parachute cord from Cooper’s MA-9 flight in 1963. Nylon section measures approximately 1″ long and is originally from a 10-foot length of parachute cord taken from Cooper’s survival kit. Cord is taped to a printed letter of authenticity from Ken Havekotte stating the cord was removed by space suit technician Thomas F. Gallagher. Also included are copies of the survival kit inventory. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.