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Lot #9096
Mercury MR-3 and MA-6 Relic Display (Attested as Flown)

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Description

Limited edition acrylic display featuring small segments of Mercury MR-3 Alan Shepard flown parachute and Mercury MA-6 John Glenn flown heatshield, attested to as flown by Florian Noller. The fragments both measure approximately .25″ x .25″, and the acrylic block measures 5″ x 3.25″ x 1″; only 20 of these displays were made. In fine condition, with some scuffing to the acrylic surface. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Florian Noller, stating that the pieces derive from collections of NASA employees: the heatshield came from Paul M. Sturtevant, and the parachute segment came from Hal French.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space Exploration and Aviation
  • Dates: #664 - Ended April 20, 2023