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Edgar Mitchell’s unflown sterling silver Apollo 17 Robbins Medal, approximately 1.5˝ diameter, with a raised design on the face of the Apollo 17 mission insignia—the profile of Apollo, the Greek sun god, in front of a stylized American eagle and imagery of the universe. The reverse reads, "America - Challenger - Apollo XVII, The Beginning," and is engraved with the launch date of December 6, 1972; moon landing date of December 11, 1972; and return date of December 19, 1972. The medallion is serial numbered "215" and stamped on the edge with the Robbins "Sterling" hallmark. Condition is mint state. Includes its original matching plastic case.
Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Karlyn Mitchell, the daughter of Edgar Mitchell.