Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 49

Manuscript, Collectibles and Aerospace Auction

Models

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 353		Space Models, "Conestoga IV Launch Vehicle" Model (18x3", 14x7") This UNIQUE 1:40 scale model was built by Space Services, Inc., at the request of NASA. The model was displayed, alongside other NASA launch vehicle models at the 1989 Paris Airshow, and at other US and foreign launch vehicle conferences over the years. Mounted on a thick base (21x12") with descriptive engraved name plate, the model consists of a two part rocket as well as a separate, articulated trailer. When SSI was acquired by another company in 1991, the model was loaned to them for additional display. It was returned to the consignor in 1996 in whose possession it has remained ever since. Space Services, Inc. was formed by Deke Slayton (President) and Peter Armitage (VP, Programs and Conestoga Program Manager) after their retirement from NASA. The company was the first private company to pursue the design and operation of space boosters for small payload delivery. The model comes in a fitted Samsonite hard sided suitcase with a large "Starfire" rocket decal on one side. This model will make an important addition to any collection. Estimated Value $3,500 - 5,000. Ex. the NASA Senior Executive Peter Armitage collection. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 354		Space Model, "Space Shuttle Payload" Model (15x4.5") This Martin Marietta, two-part contractor's model is mounted on a wooden base (18x7x.75") with a two-part engraved metal plaque. The first plaque has the company name, while the second plaque reads: "A Proposed Shuttle Payload". This utterly magnificent model is made of lucite, wood and metal and is highly detailed, even to the "Payload Specialists" working in one part of the model and the movable telescope (?) on the other. This model was designed as an Atmospheric Science Facility by the company and would have taken up almost the entire payload bay of the Shuttle. For many years, this model was on display in the office of the consignor who was the Asst. Director for Space and Life Sciences at JSC. Possibly unique and an extremely important model to any collector. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500. Ex. the NASA Senior Executive Peter Armitage collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,620
Lot 355		Space Models, "Gemini Capsule" Desk Model (5x3") A original gray McDonnell Aircraft Corp. 1:30 scale desk model (by Topping, No. 8/79) mounted on a rectangular wooden base (7x5") with a metal descriptive plaque. An enclosed card reads, in effect: ."These models were originally made for McDonnell Aircraft Corp in 1962-63. The Topping Model inventory was sold to Precise Models in that same year and McDonnald told Precise to destroy any of these models/molds found in inventory. Jump forward about 45 years to 2007 when 79 of these models were discovered in an old Precise Models wearhouse. They are in pristine condition and represent a unique opportunity for the serious model collector. A similar model realized about $600 in our April 2008 sale. Estimated Value $350 - 500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $576
Lot 356		Hughes Test Model Missle. Hughes wind tunnel test model "Falcon" missle circa 1960. This metal model measures 15.5 inches from base to nose. Red with dark grey base. Estimated Value $350 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 357		Models, "Little Boy Atomic Bomb" (10x2.5") This striking blue bomb model is signed by Paul Tibbets, pilot and Dutch Van Kirk, navigator, of the Enola Gay. The model is of the bomb they dropped on Hiroshima. The model is mounted on a black base with a descriptive metal plaque. We have offered similar models before and they proved to be quite popular. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $748