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Sale 71
The Manuscripts, Collectibles & Space Auction
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Armstrong, Neil (1930-2012) American astronaut; on July 21, 1969, he became the first person to walk on the Moon. A group of four items signed by Neil Armstrong, two from 2012 and two from 2007, all four with accompanying envelopes, two of which are addressed in Armstrong's hand. All of the items were sent to Mrs. Doris Weber, a high school friend of Armstrong's whom he called "Punky," and relates to high school reunions at Blume High School in Wapakoneta, Ohio, where Armstrong graduated in 1947. These items, all in fine condition, give us a rare look at Armstrong's personal life.
1) Autograph Letter Signed "N.A.," one page, 6 x 9", n.p., n.d. (envelope is postmarked 10 Feb. 2012 and has holograph return address of Box 436, Lebanon, Ohio 45036). Armstrong writes in block letters, "Hi Punky, I am in Florida for February. Sorry I am late getting back to you. I have no schedule conflicts at present for your reunion dates, so pick any one you want. Look forward to seeing you! N.A."
2) Form signed in block letters, "Neil Armstrong," on which he indicates that he will be coming alone to the class reunion. The accompanying envelope is postmarked 17 Apr 2012, four months before Armstrong's death on Aug. 25, 2012.
3) Typed Letter Signed, "Neil" on personal stationery engraved "Neil A. Armstrong, P.O. Box 436, Lebanon, OH 45036," one page, 11 x 8½", Feb. 3, n.y. (envelope is postmarked 05 Feb 2007). In part, "Dear Punky, Thank you for your letter breaking the news that we are 60 years older than when we graduated. I remember when my Uncle Ray came back to St. Marys for his 40th and visited us. I thought I would never get old enough to get to a 40th anniversary of graduation. My calendar currently has the June and August dates available, but not July 28. I, of course, will be there if at all possible. I look forward to seeing you and the rest of the gang. 60? Really? My best, Neil."
4) Form signed in block letters, "M/M N.A. Armstrong," on which he indicates that he and his wife will attend the class reunion. The accompanying envelope is addressed in Armstrong's hand and postmarked 21 Mar. 2007.
Estimated Value $6,000 - 8,000.
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