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Lot #8563
Lunar Orbiter IV Photograph

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Description

Original vintage glossy 20 x 24 silver gelatin photograph of the moon's surface taken by the Lunar Orbiter 4 spacecraft in May 1967, showing a wide view with features including the Oceanus Procellarum (the 'Ocean of Storms,' where Apollo 12 landed), Mare Cognitum, Mare Humorum, Mare Imbrium, Mare Insularum, Mare Nubium, and Palus Epidemiarum. Marked in the lower border, "IV-143M" and "NASA-LRC." In very good to fine condition, with overall creasing, and tack holes to the upper corners. Consignor notes that this photograph was acquired while working at the Manned Spacecraft Center from 1972-1974.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Apollo 11 50th Anniversary
  • Dates: #559 - Ended June 20, 2019