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Lot #7350
Apollo 13 Signed 'Splashdown' Cover

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'Splashdown' cover with a cachet honoring the U.S. Navy Pacific Recovery Force that retrieved the crew of the Apollo 13 mission, postmarked aboard the USS Iwo Jima on April 17, 1970, signed in black ballpoint by Fred Haise, James Lovell, and Jack Swigert. The cover is also signed by Leland E. Kirkemo, captain of the Iwo Jima; Rear Admiral Donald C. Davis, Commanding Officer of Task Force 130, the Pacific Recovery Forces; and Chuck B. Smiley, pilot of the recovery helicopter. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Zarelli Space Authentication.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space Exploration
  • Dates: #646 - Ended October 20, 2022