James A. Lovell Jr.

Pattern 1

Lovell's first autopen pattern, used from 1962. This pattern is also seen used on covers from 1966 and 1969. It is possible that the old pattern was used to create a print template rather than still being used as an autopen.

Lovell Autopen pattern 1
Lovell Autopen pattern 1 example

Lovell Autopen pattern 1 example

Lovell Autopen pattern 1 example

Lovell Autopen pattern 1 example

Pattern 2

This pattern appears from the Gemini era (from at least 1965) through to Apollo 8. Current in late 1968.

Lovell Autopen pattern 2
Lovell Autopen pattern 2 example

Lovell Autopen pattern 2 example

Pattern 3

This pattern is generally seen on Apollo 8 images (including covers from 1968) but is also seen on covers from 1970.

Lovell Autopen pattern 3
Lovell Autopen pattern 3 example

Lovell Autopen pattern 3 example

Pattern 4

This later pattern is more common on Apollo 13 images.

Lovell Autopen pattern 4
Lovell Autopen pattern 4 example

Lovell Autopen pattern 4 example

Pre-print

This Gemini 7 pre-printed message from Lovell - "Thanks for making your ability count" - was given to those who worked on the Gemini project at the time.

Gemini 7 print with Lovell printed signature