Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility

Lot #6397
STS-2 Unflown Gold Robbins Medallion - From the Personal Collection of William E. Thornton

Estimate: $2000+

The 30 Minute Rule begins October 22 at 7:00 PM EDT. An Initial Bid Must Be Placed By October 22 at 6:00 PM EDT To Participate After 6:00 PM EDT

Server Time: 9/25/2026 08:00:40 AM EDT
Sell a Similar Item?
Refer Collections and Get Paid
Share:  

Description

Unflown 10K gold STS-2 Robbins medallion, approximately 1.5˝ in diameter, with a raised design on the face featuring the mission insignia for the Space Shuttle Columbia's second flight. The reverse is encircled by the names of the astronauts, "Joe H. Engle" and "Richard H. Truly," and engraved with the launch date of November 12, 1981, and landing date of November 14, 1981. Serial numbered "15" on the edge, and marked with the Robbins "10K" hallmark. Condition is mint state. Includes its original plastic case with stiff blue liner. An exceedingly scarce memento from the second Space Shuttle mission, this represents one of only 19 gold STS-Robbins medallions minted.

From the William E. Thornton Collection.

Auction Info