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Lot #5171
Alan Bean's Apollo 9 Flown Book Clamp and Power Connector

"Flown on Apollo IX, March 3-13, 1969," and presented to the backup LMP

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"Flown on Apollo IX, March 3-13, 1969," and presented to the backup LMP

Flown book clamp and utility light power connector carried on Apollo 9 Lunar Module 'Spider,' mounted to a 10″ x 8″ wooden display, with engraved plaque below: "These items flown on Apollo IX, March 3-13, 1969, Presented to Al Bean." The light gray book clamp is engraved with part numbers: "P/N SEB32100099-301, S/N 1006, Assy.," and the power cable has a white Beta cloth sheath at the connector, with the cable marked, "L175D20BLK, LDW390-525825," and the connector marked, "MGO6P-8-4S-6738." The clamp is affixed to the mount with Velcro, while the cable is affixed by a nail and a wire loop. In fine condition. Alan Bean served as backup Lunar Module Pilot for Apollo 9, and was presented with these flown items following the success of the manned Apollo mission. A desirable pairing of flown items from the collection of a moonwalker. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Amy Bean, daughter of the late Alan Bean.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space & Aviation
  • Dates: #550 - Ended April 18, 2019