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Lot #2044
Scott Carpenter Lot of (10) Vintage Original NASA Photographs

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Description

Group lot of 10 vintage original NASA photographs of Aurora 7 astronaut Scott Carpenter, each glossy finished, ranging in size from 10 x 8 to 8.5 x 10, with seven photos of the 'numbered' variety and four bearing NASA caption text on reverse. Images include (contains duplicates): Carpenter standing in his Mercury space suit and holding his portable ventilation unit (3); Carpenter in informal attire posing in front of the NASA sign (3); a close-up portrait of Carpenter with Mercury pin on his lapel; Carpenter in his space suit and surrounded by McDonnell technicians; and two images of Carpenter following his oceanic recovery on May 24, 1962. In overall very good to fine condition, with some notable edgewear. From the M. Edward Thomas Collection.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space & Aviation
  • Dates: #569 - Ended October 17, 2019