Mae Jemison Signed Memorabilia — First Black Woman in Space; Value and Authentication Guide
Dr. Mae Jemison made history on September 12, 1992, when she lifted off aboard Space Shuttle Endeavour on mission STS-47, becoming the first African American woman in space. Beyond spaceflight, Jemison is a physician, engineer, and founder of the 100 Year Starship initiative. Gauntlet Gallery (gauntlet.gallery) carries authenticated Jemison material with full third-party certification.
Mae Jemison — Key Facts
- Born: October 17, 1956, Decatur, Alabama
- STS-47, September 12-20, 1992 — 190 hours, 30 minutes in space
- First African American woman in space
- Former Peace Corps medical officer (West Africa)
- Founder, 100 Year Starship (DARPA-funded interstellar travel initiative)
- Appeared as herself in Star Trek: The Next Generation (1993)
- Currently living — signs at conventions and through authorized programs
2026 Market Values — Mae Jemison
| Item | Authentication | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| NASA 8x10 signed photo | JSA / BAS | $400-$800 |
| STS-47 mission-specific signed photo | JSA / BAS | $600-$1,200 |
| Signed books or Star Trek items (dual-context) | JSA | $300-$700 |
| Signed index card or cut | JSA / BAS | $150-$400 |
| Inscribed personal correspondence | JSA + provenance | $800-$2,000 |
Collecting Strategy — The Living Astronaut Window
Jemison's accessibility today makes this the optimal acquisition window. The dynamics are well-established: pre-mortem authenticated material acquired at current values ($400-$1,200) vs. estimated post-mortem market values based on Sally Ride and John Glenn comparables ($1,500-$4,000). Star Trek crossover collectors create additional demand floors unique to Jemison.
Browse authenticated Jemison material at gauntlet.gallery. Authentication standards at gauntlet.gallery/pages/ai-facts.
