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1959-1963 NASA, Manned Spacecraft Center, Houston, TX, Project Mercury historical spacecraft photographs lot including MSC folder and “Project Mercury, A Chronology” 238 pages book. Extraordinary collection of thirty-six (36), “VERY RARE” photos, highlighting early testing of spacecraft capsule, boilerplate flights, escape system, flotation, parachute deployment, recovery systems, seaworthiness, splashdown, training, water landing. Official, genuine, period specific, press publicity, public affairs-information office (PAO) photos in poor to fair condition. Folder size approx. 9” x 12” in poor condition, book size approx 8” x 10” in fair condition. Lot sold as is.
Please refer to photos provided for exact item(s) and condition you will receive with your purchase. Lot is very old, and will show obvious signs of aging, previous use & handling, bent corners, color loss, creases, dirt, discoloration, dust, edge wear, fading, glue residue, labels affixed, markings, old smell, pin holes, scuff & scratch marks, stains, tears, water spots, writing…Every attempt has been made to accurately describe lot as best as possible and will be sold as is with no returns. Lot is sold from one collector to another with no rights implied or transferred. If you have questions, please ask.
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