Beautiful Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos clock presented to Edward H. White II by Michigan Governor George W. Romney in June 1965, following the historic flight of Gemini 4, when White became the first American to perform extravehicular activity. The Swiss-made luxury clock, 8.25˝ x 9.25˝ x 6.5˝, bears an engraved presentation plate to the bottom front base: “Major Edward H. White II, The time our hearts were with you in space, The People of Michigan,” with upper right bearing launch and landing time and dates: “1015, 6-3-65, 1213, 6-7-65.” In fine condition, with some wear and scuffs to clock casing.
Accompanied by two TLSs from Governor Romney to White, and a signed certificate of authenticity from White’s son, Edward H. White III, in full: “This Atmos clock was presented to my father by Michigan Governor George Romney, in June, 1965. The clock was presented on the behalf of the state of Michigan after the flight of Gemini IV on June 3-7, 1965. Both crew members of the mission attended the University of Michigan where they became friends. Several letters were exchanged between Governor Romney and my father after the presentation in Michigan and both admired each other for their accomplishments. All of the items have been in the possession of the Edward H. White II family since their receipt.”
