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Lot #7223
Jim McDivitt's Air Medal

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Estimate: $2000+
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Description

Air Medal issued to Jim McDivitt, measuring 1.75″ in diameter and suspended from a 1.5″ long blue-and-orange ribbon pin. The bronze medal features an eagle carrying two lightning flashes in its talons at the center of a compass rose, with a fleur-de-lis at the top point holding the suspension ring. The medal is housed in its original presentation box, stamped "Air Medal" on the lid, along with its matching bar and pin. In very good to fine condition, with foxing to the lining of the case. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the consignor, stating that he purchased the medal at an estate sale held at McDivitt's home in Tucson, Arizona, on March 29, 2022, as the family was preparing the property for sale.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space Exploration
  • Dates: #646 - Ended October 20, 2022