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Moon Rock Replica 15948

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″), 12lbs.

Labor/Time: 1 person, 15 minutes

Do not illuminate too closely, as heat from lights may damage Plexiglas.

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Aerial photograph of Johnson Space Center facilities taken from a U.S. Coast Guard H-65 helicopter.
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