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Lot #363
Apollo-Soyuz Test Project Flown Heat Shield

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Estimate: $200+
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Description

Flown fragments of ablative aft heat shield from the the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project, used to dissipate heat during the Command Module's fiery reentry. Encased in a limited edition cylindrical 2.75˝ x 3.25˝ piece of Lucite cut at an angle for display purposes, numbered 162/200, with a mission insignia and a certificate of authenticity at the bottom. In fine condition. Originally distributed through the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation and accompanied by a laminated certificate of authenticity signed in blue ballpoint by ASTP CMP Vance Brand.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Science & Technology and Animation
  • Dates: #705 - Ended December 11, 2024