May 2017 Auction Ends Thursday, May 25th, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/25/2017
Scarce Apollo 11 Robbins medal, with a low serial number of 60, owned by Buzz Aldrin. Front of coin has ''Apollo 11'' engraved above the mission insignia of an eagle landing on the moon's surface carrying an olive branch. Verso has three dates for the launch, ''July 16, 1969'', landing, ''July 20, 1969'', and return, ''July 24, 1969''. For the moon landing missions, three blank fields were included for the launch, lunar landing, and return dates and later engraved, as is the case here. Verso also has the ''60'' serial number engraved with each astronaut's last name. Coin measures 1.125'', made of sterling silver. In very good condition. This Robbins medal was given directly to the consignor by Buzz Aldrin in 1969.
Space-Flown Apollo 11 Robbins Medal -- Serial Number 60, Given to the Consignor by Buzz Aldrin
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