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Jack Swigert's own STS-3 unflown Robbins medal, serial number 205 of 207 minted. The third in the Columbia orbital test flights, STS-3 launched on 22 March 1982 with Commander Jack Lousma and Pilot Gordon Fullerton. Obverse of coin features the space shuttle and each astonaut's last name circumscribed, ''Lousma / Fullerton / Columbia''. Verso includes each astronaut's full name again circumscribed, with launch and reentry dates engraved. Serial number ''205'' is engraved with the sterling Robbins hallmark along edge. Measures 1.5'', in fine condition. With an LOA from Jack Swigert's sister.
Jack Swigert's Personally Owned STS-3 Robbins Medal Unflown, Serial Number 205
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