This is an original unused SFX paper slate from the original theatrical pilot for Buck Rogers in the 25th Century. The effects for the pilot were done by Universal Hartland Visual Effects right before they moved from their Venice location to North Hollywood. Right after that move the TV series was green lit and they started work on what would become two seasons. Universal Hartland produced Visual Effects for one and a half seasons each of Buck Rogers in the 25th Century and Battlestar Galactica/Galactica 1980.
The slate has been stored in a plastic sleeve for years and has yellowed somewhat with age.