Fine & Decorative Arts, Furniture & Antiques
Fri, Jul 14, 2017 06:30PM EDT - Sat, Jul 15, 2017 06:30PM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 36
OMAS APOLLO 11 GOLD LIMITED EDITION 69 FOUNTAIN PEN
Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $400 | $50 |
| $900 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $25,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
OMAS APOLLO 11 18KT WHITE GOLD OVERLAY LIMITED EDITION 69 FOUNTAIN PEN, H 7" DIA 5 3/8":The pen having an 18kt white gold overlay engraved with Apollo 11 moon landing images and having a dark resin body with silver dust dispersed throughout. Accompanied by the original large aluminum cylindrical display box, a plastic pen tube, a certificate, and a velveteen sleeve. Created in 1999 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the first moon landing. According to the designers: "69 pieces [were] produced (Apollo 1969) in solid grey-white gold with silver and white gold particles embedded in night-blue resin, symbolizing distant stars. The cap and barrel are magnificently detailed with engravings that include the Earth, Apollo 11, the lunar jeep, the landing of the LEM and man's first step on the Moon. The 18kt gold nib is engraved with the symbolic Eagle emblem of the Columbia mission." It is also noted that the pen "pneumatically rises and lowers [from the aluminum case], emulating the launching" (From manufacturer's magazine).
Condition
The cylindrical display box has various marks, scuffs, and surface scratches throughout.
Shipping info
- All Shipping is arranged and costs paid by purchaser
-Shipment of Purchased Lots: DuMouchelles is not responsible for the shipment of items. All shipping and related costs are the responsibility of the purchaser. If you are the successful bidder and require an item(s) to be shipped, DuMouchelles can provide you with a list of shipping and moving companies that have no affiliation with our gallery. If hiring a company other than one of those listed below, please advise them that the gallery is not open on Monday.
-Packing/Shipment Quotes: Prospective bidders are encouraged to contact their shippers for packing and transport quotes prior to bidding, and should be aware that these costs may include fees for pick-up, materials, packing, insurance and transport. For your convenience, we have listed those companies below.
SHIPPING COMPANIES (large or small items)
PAKMAIL - Adam, Doug 248.393.3277 voice 248.393.2822 fax ship@pakmailmichigan.com (email) www.pakmailmichigan.com (website)
PAKMAIL - Derek 586.773.3377 Voice 586.773.3355 fax us516@pakmail.org
CRATERS & FREIGHTERS - Sandy 866.924.5522 voice 586.268.4170 fax detroit@cratersfreighters.com
PAKMAIL - Bob 248.543.3097 voice 248.543.5236 fax quotes@pakmailferndale.com
Handle W/Care Packaging Store - Andy
248.680.0993, mi110packstore@aol.com
MOVERS (FOR VERY LARGE ITEMS, FURNITURE)
JOHN NOSEDA & SON, INC. Moving, Crate & Ship, Storage 586.563.2273 cell 586.203.8175 fax info@movegiant.com
PAKMAIL - Adam, Doug 248.393.3277 voice 248.393.2822 fax ship@pakmailmichigan.com (email)
WINTERSTEEN TRUCKING, INC Antiques & Fine Art ‘s Kansas based 917.328.0888 Edgar
PLYCON TRANSPORT Mike Email, online ship quotes www.plyconvanlines.com
McCALLUM MOVING 586.776.7898 voice 586.777.4089 fax
GROSSE POINTE MOVING 313.882.4400 voice
ART PACK SERVICES INC. Susan Logan-Ferry 248.478.8946 voice 248.478.9588 fax
Marching Ant Moving - Grand Blanc 810.694.6272, Lake Orion 248.276.4600, Houghton Lake 989.202.4211, services@marchingantmoving.com
FRISBEE MOVING 313.837.0808 voice 313.837.8495 fax
**DuMouchelles does not endorse or recommend any particular business above. Please interview and hire at your own risk.
DuMouchelles® is a registered trademark of DuMouchelle Art Galleries, Co.
© DuMouchelles. All rights reserved.
Powered by: