Comes with a hand-signed C.O.A. and a full historical research write-up.

*Limited Edition of 25*

This would make an incredibly unique "SPACE FLOWN" gift for any NASA or space enthusiast! This already comes in a beautiful glass display ready to become a conversation centrepiece in any office or display case.


Thanks to the overwhelming demand for our authentic "Piece of History" display collections, we are excited to introduce one of our very popular “Piece of History” STS-8 space flown Space Shuttle Challenger NASA display collections! This incredible NASA Space Shuttle Challenger “Piece of History“ display is professionally encased in a glass display case with plush padding and a tightly sealed display case. This display case is our large size and measures a perfect 8 inches tall x 6 inches wide.

This series is a limited edition, meaning that each “Piece of History” display is unique and may vary slightly from the display shown. These displays stand as a distinctive and invaluable addition to the collection of any history enthusiast.
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From: NASA - Space Shuttle Program

Type: Space Shuttle Challenger STS-8 Mission "Space Flown" Gold Solar Thermal Insulation Pad

Use: The Space Shuttle Challenger's gold thermal solar insulation pads were used to regulate the space shuttle's temperature and protect sensitive equipment from harsh space conditions. This gold foil material served as both a thermal barrier and a reflector, shielding the shuttle’s components from the extreme heat of the Sun and the intense cold of the shadowed areas in orbit.

Historical STS-8 Mission Achievements: NASA's 1st ever nighttime launch and landing of a Space Shuttle as well as NASA's first African American astronaut (Guion S. Bluford Jr.) to fly in space, a milestone in diversifying human space exploration.

Time in Space: 6 days, 1 hour, 8 minutes and 43 seconds

Dated: 1983


This authentic NASA Space Shuttle Challenger display features an authentic space flown piece of the Space Shuttle Challenger gold solar thermal insulation pad.

The STS-8 mission, launched on August 30, 1983, marked the first nighttime launch and landing of the Space Shuttle Challenger, demonstrating its versatility and operational capabilities.

A key aspect of the mission was the use of gold thermal solar insulation pads, designed to regulate temperature and protect sensitive equipment from the extreme conditions of space. These lightweight, reflective materials shielded the shuttle and its payload, including the deployment of the INSAT-1B satellite, from intense solar heat and frigid orbital cold, ensuring system integrity.

The gold thermal pads exemplified NASA's innovative engineering and remain a symbol of the Space Shuttle program's groundbreaking achievements, representing humanity's ingenuity in its quest to explore the cosmos.

Our meticulous craftsmanship transforms this storied piece of NASA history into a sophisticated display perfect for any display case, desk, or collector space! This display is perfect for anyone passionate about NASA, astronauts, or space exploration history!

Display a piece of the NASA Space Shuttle Challenger and let this display be a conversation starter, a symbol of curiosity, and a testament to U.S. space exploration. Add this unparalleled piece of history to your collection and display a piece of NASA with you wherever you go.

This would make an amazing addition to any NASA or space collection!