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Unique, \"One-of-a-Kind\" MICHAEL COLLINS Signed Moon Model Commemorating Mercury\'s First Astronauts
Offered is an exceptional and, likely, only one of its kind, Moon model bank boldly signed in full by Apollo 11 Command Module Pilot, MICHAEL COLLINS.
This 10\" metal model, weighing 1lb. 7oz., was designed and labeled exclusively by and for First National Bank, Iowa City, Iowa, and circular metal around moon is inscribed with the names of six of the seven Original Mercury Astronauts:
\"SHEPHARD, GRISSOM, GLENN, CARPENTER, SCHIRRA, COOPER\"As pictured, Collins has cleanly and boldly signed the silver colored moon model in dark black felt tipped pen, in full:
\"Michael Collins, Apollo XI, CMP\"
Renowned Space authentication authority Steve Zarelli (Zarelli Space Authentication) has seen and examined this item and has stated that it is \"Likely to Pass Authentication\" opinion.
This item was obtained at a private personal signing.
Base of model is stamped:
Model 1000Destination-Moon BankFirst US Direct Hit April 20, 1962
A truly remarkable, one-of-a-kind signed space collectible by one of Apollo 11 crew members, certain to make a most prized and valued addition to any Apollo 11 collection.
