Lot 414
Apollo 1, 1969, Ed White's NASA "Distinguished Service Medal" Certificate (framed to 12x15") This multicolor illuminated Certificate, presented at the Apollo 11 dinner held at the Century Park Hotel in Los Angeles, reads, in part: "NASA awards to Edward H. White II (posthumously) the NASA Distinguished Service Medal for professional skill, courage and dedication to duty in Project Apollo. He gave his life in his country's historic undertaking to realize the goal of landing men on the moon and returning them safely to earth." The Certificate is signed by T. Paine, NASA Administrator.
The medal was awarded to the White family at the Apollo 11 post flight dinner held at the Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles. Some frame faults, but pristine and spectacular overall. A Washington, DC framer's label is on the reverse. One of three similar Certificates issued to the Apollo 1 crew members. Rare.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
Ex. the astronaut Ed White II Family collection.
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