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Apollo 11 Complete Crew Signed 1969 Moon Landing First Day Cover – Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin & Michael Collins – With COA
An extraordinary piece of space exploration history featuring a 1969 Apollo 11 Moon Landing First Day Cover (FDC), personally signed by all three members of the historic Apollo 11 crew: Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins.
This collectible commemorative envelope celebrates humanity’s first successful crewed lunar landing on July 20, 1969, one of the greatest achievements in the history of space exploration.
The front of the envelope features the original United States 10-cent “First Man on the Moon” commemorative postage stamp, accompanied by a Washington, D.C., September 9, 1969 First Day of Issue cancellation.
The illustrated cachet depicts the Apollo lunar module, the lunar surface, and portraits of the three Apollo 11 astronauts.
All three Apollo 11 crew members’ handwritten signatures appear prominently across the front of the envelope.
The signatures are attributed to the complete historic crew:
Neil Armstrong – Mission Commander
Buzz Aldrin – Lunar Module Pilot
Michael Collins – Command Module Pilot
A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) accompanies this fully signed Apollo 11 commemorative First Day Cover.
An outstanding collectible for enthusiasts of NASA memorabilia, astronaut autographs, historic space missions, and the extraordinary achievements of the Apollo program.
ITEM DETAILS
Mission: Apollo 11
Historic Event: First Crewed Moon Landing
Moon Landing Date: July 20, 1969
Item Type: First Day Cover (FDC)
Stamp: United States 10-Cent “First Man on the Moon”
Stamp First Day of Issue: September 9, 1969
Postmark: Washington, D.C.
Postmark Date: September 9, 1969
Cachet: Illustrated Apollo 11 Moon Landing Commemorative Design
Signed By: All Three Apollo 11 Crew Members
Buzz Aldrin (1930– )Michael Collins (1930–2021)Signature Location: Front of Envelope
Ink Colors: Blue and Dark Ink
Authentication: Certificate of Authenticity (COA) Included
Country of Origin: United States
Historical Period: Space Race / Apollo Program
Condition: Vintage, pre-owned collectible condition
Included: Apollo 11 crew-signed First Day Cover and accompanying COA
SIGNATURES & AUTHENTICATION
This historic Apollo 11 First Day Cover features the handwritten signatures of all three astronauts who participated in the first successful crewed Moon landing.
Neil Armstrong – Apollo 11 Commander
Neil Armstrong (1930–2012) was the commander of Apollo 11 and became the first human being to set foot on the lunar surface on July 20, 1969.
His historic first steps on the Moon marked one of humanity’s greatest achievements.
Armstrong’s name remains permanently associated with the beginning of human exploration beyond Earth.
Buzz Aldrin – Lunar Module Pilot
Buzz Aldrin (1930– ) served as the lunar module pilot aboard Apollo 11.
He became the second human to walk on the Moon, joining Armstrong on the lunar surface during the historic mission.
Aldrin’s contributions to lunar exploration and astronautics remain an essential part of NASA history.
Michael Collins – Command Module Pilot
Michael Collins (1930–2021) served as the command module pilot during Apollo 11.
While Armstrong and Aldrin descended to the lunar surface, Collins remained aboard the command module Columbia, orbiting the Moon.
His role was essential to the mission’s successful completion and the astronauts’ safe return to Earth.
Complete Apollo 11 Crew Autographs
This First Day Cover is personally signed by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins.
The three handwritten signatures are displayed across the front of the commemorative envelope.
Together, they represent the complete crew of the first successful human lunar landing mission.
A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) accompanies this signed First Day Cover.
The COA will be included with the purchase.
Please refer to the accompanying certificate for information regarding the issuing authentication authority and its findings.
ABOUT THE FIRST DAY COVER1969 “First Man on the Moon” Commemorative Stamp
This collectible envelope features the United States 10-cent “First Man on the Moon” postage stamp, issued on September 9, 1969.
The stamp commemorates the historic Apollo 11 lunar landing.
The design depicts an astronaut on the lunar surface near the lunar module, celebrating the successful achievement of the first crewed Moon landing.
The stamp is affixed to the upper-right corner of the envelope.
The envelope bears a Washington, D.C., postmark dated:
SEP 9 1969
It also displays the words:
FIRST DAY OF ISSUE
These postal markings commemorate the official first day of issue of the historic Moon landing stamp.
Illustrated Apollo 11 Cachet
The left side of the envelope features a detailed illustrated cachet celebrating the first human landing on the Moon.
The design includes:
- Apollo lunar module imagery
- The lunar surface
- NASA-related illustrations
- Portraits of Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin
- The inscription “MAN’S FIRST LANDING ON THE MOON”
The cachet also identifies the three Apollo 11 astronauts.
The combination of the commemorative stamp, first-day cancellation, illustrated cachet, and complete crew autographs makes this an especially attractive piece of space exploration memorabilia.
ABOUT APOLLO 11The First Human Moon Landing – July 20, 1969
Apollo 11 was the NASA mission that achieved humanity’s first successful crewed landing on the Moon.
Launched on July 16, 1969, aboard a Saturn V rocket from Kennedy Space Center, Apollo 11 carried three American astronauts:
- Neil Armstrong
- Buzz Aldrin
- Michael Collins
On July 20, 1969, the lunar module Eagle, carrying Armstrong and Aldrin, landed on the Moon in the Sea of Tranquility.
Armstrong subsequently became the first human to step onto the lunar surface, followed by Aldrin.
Meanwhile, Collins continued orbiting the Moon aboard the command module Columbia.
During their historic lunar excursion, Armstrong and Aldrin conducted scientific activities, collected lunar samples, and photographed the lunar environment.
The astronauts successfully returned to Earth on July 24, 1969.
The Apollo 11 mission became a defining achievement of the twentieth century and a turning point in the history of human exploration.
HISTORICAL & COLLECTIBLE SIGNIFICANCE
Original Apollo 11 astronaut autographs are highly desirable among collectors of space exploration memorabilia.
Items bearing the signatures of all three crew members are especially sought after because they represent the complete team responsible for humanity’s first successful crewed Moon landing.
This commemorative First Day Cover combines several important historical elements:
Complete Apollo 11 Crew Signatures
The envelope bears handwritten autographs attributed to Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins.
Historic 1969 Commemorative Postage Stamp
The envelope features the original United States 10-cent “First Man on the Moon” stamp.
September 9, 1969 First Day of Issue
The Washington, D.C., postal cancellation documents the official first-day issuance of the commemorative stamp.
Illustrated Moon Landing Cachet
The printed artwork depicts the lunar module, Moon imagery, and portraits of the three astronauts.
Certificate of Authenticity
A COA accompanies the signed envelope.
Together, these characteristics make this an impressive collectible for admirers of NASA, the Apollo program, and the history of human space exploration.
CONDITION
The First Day Cover is in vintage, pre-owned collectible condition.
Front of Envelope
The front features the Apollo 11 illustrated cachet, commemorative postage stamp, first-day cancellation, and three handwritten astronaut signatures.
The artwork and printed inscriptions remain visible.
Light age-related handling wear may be present.
Postage Stamp & Postal Markings
The United States 10-cent “First Man on the Moon” commemorative stamp is affixed to the upper-right portion of the envelope.
The Washington, D.C., September 9, 1969 First Day of Issue cancellation is visible.
Signatures
The envelope bears handwritten signatures attributed to:
Neil Armstrong
Buzz Aldrin
Michael Collins
The signatures appear in blue and dark ink.
Reverse of Envelope
The reverse features a plain envelope flap.
Minor age-related wear and handling marks may be visible.
Authentication
A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) accompanies the signed First Day Cover.
Please carefully examine all photographs for details regarding the signatures, stamp, postal markings, cachet, and overall condition.
The item is offered in its present condition, as pictured.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
This historic Apollo 11 First Day Cover and its accompanying COA will be carefully protected for shipment.
The envelope will be placed in suitable protective packaging with rigid backing to help prevent bending, creasing, and damage during transit.
A sturdy shipping box or reinforced mailer will be used.
Tracked shipping will be provided.
Signature confirmation will be arranged where required by applicable shipping services and marketplace policies.
COLLECTOR’S NOTE
An extraordinary 1969 Apollo 11 Moon Landing First Day Cover, featuring handwritten autographs attributed to the complete crew of humanity’s first successful lunar landing mission.
Neil Armstrong – First Man on the Moon
Buzz Aldrin – Second Man on the Moon
Michael Collins – Apollo 11 Command Module Pilot
All Three Apollo 11 Crew Signatures
1969 United States 10-Cent Moon Landing Commemorative Stamp
September 9, 1969 First Day of Issue Cancellation
Certificate of Authenticity (COA) Included
An outstanding collectible for enthusiasts of:
- Apollo 11 Autographs
- Neil Armstrong Signed Memorabilia
- Buzz Aldrin Autographs
- Michael Collins Autographs
- NASA Space Memorabilia
- Signed First Day Covers
- Historic Moon Landing Collectibles
- Apollo Program Memorabilia
- Space Race History
- Astronaut Autograph Collections
A remarkable piece of space exploration history celebrating the extraordinary achievements of Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins, and the historic Apollo 11 mission.
