Title:
Vance Brand Signed U.S. One Dollar Bill – PSA/DNA Slabbed & Certified

Description:
Featured here is an authentic U.S. $1 Federal Reserve Note signed by NASA astronaut Vance Brand in bold blue ink just to the left of George Washington’s portrait. The signature is accompanied by the inscription “Apollo-Soyuz”, referencing his historic role in the 1975 Apollo-Soyuz Test Project. The note bears the serial number K55786464N and remains in crisp, clean condition, free from major creases or discoloration. The bill is encapsulated in a PSA/DNA slab labeled:
"CURRENCY – VANCE BRAND – AUTHENTIC AUTO – PSA/DNA CERTIFIED"
Certification Number: 85633180

Historical Context:
Vance Brand (b. 1931) is a distinguished astronaut, test pilot, and veteran of four space missions. He is best known as the Command Module Pilot for the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project, the first joint U.S.–Soviet spaceflight, which took place in July 1975. This mission marked a symbolic end to the space race and the beginning of international cooperation in space exploration. Brand later commanded three Space Shuttle missions in the 1980s. The inscription “Apollo-Soyuz” highlights his most historically significant flight, making this signed currency note a unique tribute to one of the Cold War’s most optimistic and collaborative moments.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
Encapsulated and authenticated by PSA/DNA

• Slab Label: “CURRENCY – VANCE BRAND – AUTHENTIC AUTO – PSA/DNA CERTIFIED”

• Certification Number: 85633180

• Additional Documentation & Provenance: At buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.

Closing Appeal:
This signed one-dollar bill offers a rare and tangible connection to astronaut Vance Brand and the Apollo-Soyuz mission that symbolized détente during the Cold War. The bold signature and clear inscription, preserved in a PSA slab, make this a highly collectible artifact that bridges American space history and Cold War diplomacy—an excellent addition for collectors of spaceflight memorabilia, Cold War artifacts, or rare astronaut autographs.

Shipping Notice:
For insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. This ensures both security and convenience for the buyer.