Coke Space Can Challenger STS 51-F “Taste In Space” VIP Replica, Coca Cola Made
Coke Space Can Challenger STS 51-F “Taste In Space” VIP Replica, Coca Cola Made
SOLD $1,500.00 Sold: Feb 4, 2020 on eBayOriginal Listing Description
In 1985, Coca Cola created a special Coke can to be used to experiment the dispensing of carbonated drinks in space. It was flown on the Space Shuttle Challenger (STS 51F). Pepsi, not to be outdone, developed their own (not as sophisticated) version, and both versions were flown on STS 51F. The difficulty of drinking sodas in microgravity resulted in NASA deciding not to include either product in future Shuttles food pantry, but did result in a huge marketing campaign opportunity for Coke and Pepsi. This is a special replica (made by the Cola Cola company) of the can Coca Cola flew on the Chal
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for Coca Cola collectors and appraisers.
Original Listing Description
In 1985, Coca Cola created a special Coke can to be used to experiment the dispensing of carbonated drinks in space. It was flown on the Space Shuttle Challenger (STS 51F). Pepsi, not to be outdone, developed their own (not as sophisticated) version, and both versions were flown on STS 51F. The difficulty of drinking sodas in microgravity resulted in NASA deciding not to include either product in future Shuttles food pantry, but did result in a huge marketing campaign opportunity for Coke and Pepsi. This is a special replica (made by the Cola Cola company) of the can Coca Cola flew on the Chal
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for Coca Cola collectors and appraisers.