June 2023 Story Musgrave Auction Ends Thursday, June 29th, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/29/2023
Robbins medal flown aboard Apollo 13, the infamous mission in which Jack Swigert announced, ''Houston, we have a problem here'' after the oxygen tank explosion. Medallion is serial number 341, made from the flown metal that was subsequently recast after the mission, with the landing date on reverse omitted and the crew members names updated. Obverse of medallion depicts mission insignia, with three of Apollo's chariot horses flying toward the moon, and the slogan ''Ex Luna, Scientia'' (from the moon, knowledge). Reverse lists the crew names, the space modules, and engraved dates of launch and return, as well as the serial number and the sterling and Robbins hallmarks. Sterling silver medal measures 1.25'' in diameter. Near fine condition. From the personal collection of astronaut Story Musgrave and with his LOA.
Apollo 13 Flown Robbins Medallion -- From the Personal Collection of Astronaut Story Musgrave and With His LOA
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