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Apollo 11 Flown MS69 NGC Sterling Silver Robbins Medallion, Serial Number 52, Originally from The Potter-Aldrin Family Collect...
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Apollo 11 Flown MS69 NGC Sterling Silver Robbins Medallion,
Serial Number 52, Originally from The Potter-Aldrin Family
Collection, CAG Certified.This 28mm medal was one of 450 flown aboard Apollo 11, the first manned moon landing, July 16-24, 1969, with crewmembers Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin. The obverse depicts Collins' early and original concept for the mission insignia with the eagle carrying an olive branch in its mouth. NASA thought the sharp, open talons of the eagle looked too "warlike" and the olive branch, representing peace, was moved to the claws. This is one of, if not the only, major official items that renders the insignia as it was meant to be by the astronaut designer. The reverse has the dates of the mission, surnames of the crew, and the serial number.
Condition: An absolutely stunning Superb Gem Uncirculated example of this iconic medal, the finest Heritage has offered. Sealed in a numbered archival holder, CAG 2110694-007.
Provenance: Originally belonged to mission Lunar Module Pilot Buzz Aldrin and given to his sister Fay Ann Potter.
Auction Info
2023 December 15 Historical Platinum Session Signature® Auction #6280 (go to Auction Home page)
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