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Permalink Reply by Hank Scorpio on October 11, 2013 at 8:02am

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Permalink Reply by Steve Zarelli on October 11, 2013 at 6:41pm

Did you purchase this or is it listed somewhere?

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Permalink Reply by Steve Zarelli on October 11, 2013 at 7:08pm

Well, my question was kind of leading. :-)

This was recently offered through RR auction. Just curious if this was the buyer or it was sold and is now being offered elsewhere.

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Permalink Reply by Steve Zarelli on October 11, 2013 at 7:32pm

Beta cloth patches signed by the entire crew are relatively uncommon. In all likelihood, you're not finding them in dealer inventory. Maybe once or twice a year in an auction.

The lack of "Apollo 11" text on the emblem indicates this is a reproduction beta commercially issued by Owens Corning. The patches issued by NASA were never commercially available, which makes them more valuable. Also, I believe this patch has been trimmed. That said, the patch in question is still quite desirable and uncommon.

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Permalink Reply by Hank Scorpio on October 12, 2013 at 3:56am

Thanks gentlemen. My research indicated that it was a reproduction beta cloth because the "apollo 11" was missing and that it was trimmed. So I agree with Mr. Zipper.

From the sound of it, it is uncommon. But what about authenticity and value? Also William brought up a good point about the price of admission or if theyvare truly rare. I would love to hear the answer to that.

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Permalink Reply by Steve Zarelli on October 12, 2013 at 4:49am

This sold for $4081 at RR Auction in May 2013. So, at least two people thought it was worth that much.

I have reviewed this item twice and it came with my LOA, so my opinion is that it is authentic.

Steve Zarelli

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