Lot 10
Lot 10
INSTALLATION OF MERCURY (5 MR-2), JANUARY 19, 1961

SANTOMASSINO [U.S. AIR FORCE]

Price Realised GBP 126
Estimate
GBP 1,000 - GBP 1,500
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INSTALLATION OF MERCURY (5 MR-2), JANUARY 19, 1961

SANTOMASSINO [U.S. AIR FORCE]

Price Realised GBP 126
Price Realised GBP 126
Details
Santomassino [U.S. Air Force]

Installation of Mercury (5-MR-2)

January 19, 1961

Vintage photograph with "Official U.S. Air Force Photo" caption on the verso with identifying number “61-463”.
20.3 x 25.4cm (8 x 10in)
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James HyslopHead of Department, Science & Natural History
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Lot Essay

NASA’s capsule Mercury (5 MR-2) on pad 5 while being installed with a claim ring.

From caption.
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