Rare Skylab 2 (SL–3) embroidered patch, 3.75″ in diameter, featuring the alternative ‘wives’ mission emblem, substituting the Leonardo da Vinci-inspired central figure with a ‘universal’ female body, and replacing the astronaut names with those of their wives. Framed in a circular wooden frame. In fine condition, with a spot of staining to upper border. From the personal collection of Alan Bean.