May 2014 Auction Ends Thursday, May 29th, 5pm Pacific

Lot #69:

Jack Swigert's Personally Owned Apollo 13 Medallion Issued by the Franklin Mint -- Limited Edition Sterling Silver Proof Coin From Command Module Pilot Jack Swigert's Personal Collection

Sterling silver Apollo 13 medallion owned by Jack Swigert. Limited edition medal issued by the Franklin Mint features the mission insignia to obverse: a trio of horses galloping over the moon. Reverse features depictions of the Odyssey and Aquarius modules, along with the dates of the launch and early return. Proof medal measures 1.5'' and is encapsulated to an overall size of 2.75'' x 3.75''. The usual wooden stand is absent and there is discoloration to rim of medal, else near fine. With an LOA from the Swigert estate.