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Apollo 16 Flown Silver Robbins Medallion Originally from the Personal Collection of Mission Commander John Young, Serial Numbe...
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APOLLO 16
One of only 98 that flew on Apollo 16
Apollo 16 Flown Silver Robbins Medallion Originally from the
Personal Collection of Mission Commander John Young, Serial Number
20, with Signed LOA. This 35mm diameter sterling silver medal
was one of only ninety-eight (of a total mintage of 300) flown
aboard Apollo 16, April 16-27, 1972, along with crewmembers John
Young, Ken Mattingly, and Charlie Duke. The obverse features the
mission insignia, an eagle and shield above the moon with the
surnames of the crewmembers. The reverse features the engraved
dates of the launch, landing, and return. The serial number is on
the rim along with the sterling and Robbins hallmarks. Medallions
from the collections of crewmembers, especially commanders, of the
particular flight are the most desirable to collectors. Includes
original plastic snap case with "20" sticker on the bottom.
Excellent.Included with this lot is a signed Letter of Authenticity from Young on his personal letterhead. It reads, in full: "I hereby certify that Apollo 16 silver Robbins Medal, serial number 20, was flown to the moon with me aboard the mission April 16-27, 1972. It has been part of my collection since the mission."
Auction Info
2014 November 12 Space Exploration Signature Auction - Dallas #6129 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
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