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During Apollo 17 the astronauts conducted an investigation of the Moon from the lunar surface and also from lunar orbit. This photograph shows the earth shrouded in darkness during the mission.
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Overall very good condition with signs commensurate with age, noting indentations and scratches to the surface of the recto. The corners have been previously folded but once framed, this is likely not to be visible. The verso is in excellent condition.
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Lot 210Sale 21255
NASA [APOLLO 8]THE EARTH IN DARKNESS, DECEMBER 21-27, 1968Estimate: GBP 2,000 - 3,000
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