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Lot #361
Apollo 9 Flown Kapton Foil

Estimate: $400+

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Description

Flown .75˝ x 1.25˝ triangular Kapton foil insulation swatch removed from the top hatch of the Apollo 9 Lunar Module Spider by Rusty Schweickart before the Spider was cast off into space. Encased in a limited edition cylindrical 2.75˝ x 3.25˝ piece of Lucite cut at an angle for display purposes, numbered 188/200, with a mission insignia and a certificate of authenticity at the bottom stating that the artifact originates from the personal collection of Apollo 9 LMP Rusty Schweickart. In fine condition. Originally distributed through the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation and accompanied by a laminated certificate of authenticity signed in blue ballpoint by Schweickart.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Science & Technology and Animation
  • Dates: November 22, 2024 - December 11, 2024