Lot 671
STS-1, 1981, "Rockwell International" Medallion & Patch (3") This ornate presentation bronze medallion is mounted in a plush presentation case along with an early edition Crew Patch. The medallion is marked on the face: "At Work on Earth and In Space - Shuttle Orbiter". It is engraged on the side: "1981, Rockwell International Corp, MacoBronze STS-1, Columbia Launch 4/12/81 - Landing 4/14/81 Young/Crippen". The back of the medallion reads: "Rockwell International…Where science gets down to business". An attractive piece of memorabilia that had only limited availability.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
Ex. The astronaut Richard "Dick" Gordon collection.
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