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Vintage NASA JPL Goldstone Deep Space Communications Complex Patch DSN Apollo 4.5"
Up for sale is a scarce, vintage original NASA / JPL "Goldstone Deep Space Communications Complex" patch. This beautifully embroidered, arched tombstone-shaped patch honors the legendary tracking station located in the California Mojave Desert, which serves as a vital hub for the NASA Deep Space Network (DSN).
Item Details & Features:
Text Inscriptions: "GOLDSTONE DEEP SPACE COMMUNICATIONS COMPLEX", "JPL", "NASA", and "DSN".
Historic Programs Listed: Features the names of monumental planetary and space exploration landmarks tracked by the facility: ECHO • URANUS • MARS • VENUS • APOLLO.
Graphic Imagery: Displays highly detailed multi-color embroidery showing the iconic large tracking radar dishes nestled in the Mojave Desert terrain, framed by desert Joshua trees and cacti.
Measurements: Large display size measuring approximately 4 1/2 inches wide.
Backing: Features an authentic vintage smooth plastic-coated heat-seal backing. This identifies it as a genuine late-1970s to 1980s period production.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Never sewn, ironed, or attached to a garment. Safely preserved in a private collection for more than 25 years. Features incredibly sharp text work and vibrant thread colors. (Please see the high-resolution photos for exact details).
An exceptional addition for specialized collections focusing on space communications, tracking stations, Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) history, the Apollo program, or unmanned planetary exploration.
Shipping:
Packaged with care to ensure it arrives in the same mint condition seen in the photos
