Space Shuttle Columbia - SOLD 2.640" Flown Nose Landing Gear Tire Section japan This specimen is a rare

This specimen is a rare 2

hence its nickname

The 29 Specimen (TOUCH) Fourth Edition of the Mini Museum measures approximately 14 1/2" long x 8" wide x 1" thick and contains 29 different specimens:

640" mission-flown nose landing gear tire fragment from the Space Shuttle Columbia (OV-102)

a beautiful dendrite crystal portrait in limestone

Space Shuttle Columbia - SOLD 2.640" Flown Nose Landing Gear Tire Section japan This specimen is a rareThis specimen is a 2. 640" mission flown nose landing gear tire fragment from the Space Shuttle Columbia (OV 102). Serial number verification against public information indicates the tire was removed from service after Columbia's 13th mission (STS 52). A certificate of authenticity and informational photocard is included with this item. Note: This specimen was acquired at auction after decommissioning. The original scrap tags and documentation remain