Gemini attitude control handle model, mounted on a beautiful 5” x 7” solid walnut base.
Includes the type of microphone switch housing as used in the latter part of the Gemini Program, Spacecraft 8 through 12.
The T-shaped handle top was an innovation requested by Tom Stafford, Gemini 9 command pilot, to reduce fatigue when twisting the handle for yaw left/right.
NASA photo at right shows the attitude control handle in the Gemini 12 spacecraft.
Laser-etched brass plate describes the handle, with room below for autographs or a presentation plate.