Historic flown sterling silver Apollo 11 Robbins Medallion, approximately 1.25″ in diameter, with a raised design on the face of the iconic Apollo 11 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved with the last names of astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins, along with the July 16, 1969, launch date, July 20, 1969, moon landing date, and July 24, 1969, return date. This medal is serial numbered "126” and includes its original matching case. In mint condition. Accompanied by a signed letter of provenance from aerospace memorabilia specialist Ken Havekotte, who attests that the medal originates from the collection of Buzz Aldrin and was first sold in 1990 by Superior Galleries.
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