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Lot #578
Apollo 13 Flown Parachute Material Signed by Lovell and Haise [Attested to as Flown by Ken Havekotte]

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Description

Swatches of four different types of parachute material attested to as being flown and cut from one of the three ringsail main parachutes that slowed the Command Module Odyssey during its descent into the Pacific Ocean upon returning from the Apollo 13 mission, encapsulated in square plastic sleeves and affixed to an 8.5 x 11 certificate of authenticity from Ken Havekotte, which is signed in black ink and felt tip, “What a beautiful sight! James Lovell, Apollo 13” and “A really good day! Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP.” In fine condition.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts, Ft. Prince
  • Dates: #627 - Ended January 12, 2022