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Moon Rock Replica 15498
Moon Rock
Replica 15498

In mid-summer 1971, Apollo 15 astronauts explored the Hadley-Apennine region of the Moon from a motorized, wheeled buggy called a lunar rover. Using this vehicle enabled the astronauts to collect more samples of lunar material than previous missions, about 171 pounds. Lunar sample 15498 was classified as a breccia rock and weighted 2340 grams when returned to Earth.
Components

Encased Apollo 15 Moon rock model and descriptive caption. Suitable for pedestal or table-top display.

Display dimensions: 10" x 8" x 14".
Requirements
Value for insurance purposes $414.80
Shipping 1 Crate (12" x 10" x 16"), 12 lbs.
Labor/Time 1 person, 15 minutes
Do not illuminate too closely, as heat from lights may damage Plexiglas.




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