An exceptional 1924 Nobel Prize for X-ray discoveries takes centerstage in RR's first auction devoted entirely to Science & Technology. From early revolutionary Isaac Newton, to modern technological titan Steve Jobs, early aviation to space exploration, this auction has it all. Preview is available now and bidding is Dec 6 through 13.
Of particular interest to collectSPACE members is our selection of (76) space exploration artifacts and (60) early aviation offerings. Space and aviation highlights include:
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Rick Mulheirn Member
Posts: 4167 From: England Registered: Feb 2001
posted 11-28-2018 04:18 PM
Regarding the stunning lot 6261, Neil Armstrong Boot Prototype, a good friend and Apollo suit authority has pointed out to me that Armstrong's boot size was a medium. While unquestionably authentic, the blue silicone sole being auctioned with the incomplete boot is a large: never would the two have met had the boot been completed.
That said, I wish I had the funds to bid but something tells me this will fetch pretty big money.
NAAmodel#240 Member
Posts: 312 From: Boston, Mass. Registered: Jun 2005
posted 11-28-2018 08:25 PM
The "Armstrong" boot also has a nametag and not a clothing label in it.
Item 6265 is incorrectly described. It says it is number 52 of 400 envelopes. There were only 100 Seiger covers and the descriptions in the upper left corner were handwritten and not printed.
Rick Mulheirn Member
Posts: 4167 From: England Registered: Feb 2001
posted 11-29-2018 02:23 PM
The Armstrong name tag is typical of other name tags I've seen on boots and such. Are you referring to the ILC ID tag? I don't know but I'd imagine that would be added as the boot was nearing completion.
There appears to be enough detail to suggest this boot was not a prototype: rather a flight rated article rejected on quality control grounds.