An uncommon limited edition Italian NASA Apollo 15 postal cover, commemorating the 10th Anniversary of a Man in Space. This cover is postmarked from 1971 and features a series of postmark stamps from various significant missions, making it a unique piece of space exploration history. The cover is autographed by Apollo 15 astronaut James Irwin in black felt tip. James Irwin (1930-1991) was a NASA astronaut and the lunar module pilot for Apollo 15, the fourth manned mission to land on the Moon. He became the eighth person to walk on the lunar surface and spent over 18 hours exploring the Hadley-Apennine region, conducting scientific experiments and collecting rock samples. Irwin's contributions to space exploration were pivotal in advancing lunar scientific research. After his time with NASA, he became a passionate advocate for space exploration and founded the High Flight Foundation to promote the spiritual aspects of space travel. This limited edition postal cover, featuring both the significance of Apollo 15 and Irwin's personal signature, makes for an exceptional collectible that blends history, space exploration, and rare autographed memorabilia. This lot includes a RR Auction Certificate of Authenticity, verifying the signature's authenticity.

Issued: 20th century
Dimensions: 8.5"L x 11"H

Age related wear.