Auctions: Buzz Aldrin's Watches Are Coming To Auction
Buzz Aldrin is auctioning a collection of personal timepieces and a mission-critical pen ahead of the 57th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing.
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The brief
Buzz Aldrin is auctioning off his personal collection of watches alongside a felt-tip pen used during the Apollo 11 mission. The items are currently listed for sale through Sotheby’s.
Coverage from outlets including The Guardian, Hodinkee, Fratello Watches, and Gear Patrol emphasizes the historical significance of the artifacts. Articles highlight the presence of an Omega Speedmaster as well as a specific felt-tip pen cited for its role in saving the Apollo 11 astronauts.
Attention remains on the upcoming auction proceedings. Coverage does not yet specify the closing date of the sale or the specific reserve prices set for individual items.
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Quick answers
What items are being auctioned by Buzz Aldrin?
The auction includes a collection of personal watches and a felt-tip pen used during the Apollo 11 mission.
Who is facilitating the auction?
Sotheby’s is managing the auction.
What is the timing of the auction in relation to Apollo 11?
The auction is occurring in the days leading up to the 57th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission.
Coverage (8)
- One small pen for one giant fee: Buzz Aldrin’s mission-saving felt-tip up for auction The Guardian · 2d ago
- Buzz Aldrin Is Auctioning Off His Personal Watch Collection Days Before Apollo 11's 57th Anniversary HiConsumption · 2d ago
- Buzz Aldrin’s Mid-Century Coolest Chronograph Is Up for Auction. It Isn’t an Omega Gear Patrol · 2d ago
- The pen that saved the Apollo 11 astronauts is up for auction Popular Science · 2d ago
- Buzz Aldrin’s Collection Of Rare Watches Are Going Up For Auction Man of Many · 2d ago
- Sotheby’s Space Odyssey puck.news · 2d ago
- Your Chance To Own Apollo 11 Astronaut Buzz Aldrin’s Omega Speedmaster Fratello Watches · 2d ago
- Auctions: Buzz Aldrin's Watches Are Coming To Auction Hodinkee · 2d ago
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