WALLY SCHIRRA (d. 2017) MERCURY SEVEN Astronaut Signed 1963 Postal Cover COA

Description: This rare and unique item is a must-have for any collector of space memorabilia. This autographed postal cover features the signature of WALLY SCHIRRA, the legendary MERCURY SEVEN astronaut known for being the only astronaut to fly missions on MERCURY (Mercury-Atlas 8), GEMINI (Gemini 6A) and APOLLO (Apollo 7). The cover also feature his autopen signature. This piece is a true original and has not been modified in any way. It is signed by WALLY SCHIRRA himself and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Whether you're a fan of space exploration or simply a collector of rare and valuable items, this autographed postal cover is sure to be a prized addition to your collection. WALTER MARTY SCHIRRA JR (March 12, 1923- May 3, 2007) was an American naval officer and aviator, test pilot, and NASA astronaut. In 1959, he became one of the original seven astronauts chosen for Project Mercury, which was the United States' first effort to put humans into space. On October 3, 1962, he flew the sex-orbit, nine hour Mercury-Atlas 8 mission, in a spacecraft he named Sigma 7, becoming the fifth American and ninth human to travel into space. In 1965 , as part of the two-man Gemini program, he achieved the first space rendezvous, station-keeping his Gemini 6A spacecraft within 1 foot of the sister Gemini7 spacecraft. In October 1968, he commended Apollo 7, an 11 day low earth orbit shakedown of the three man Apollo Command/Service Module and the first crewed launch of the Apollo program. See Pictures for More Details and Exact Condition.

Price: 74.73 USD

Location: Melbourne Beach, Florida

End Time: 2025-01-01T12:01:51.000Z

Shipping Cost: 5.99 USD