Apollo 17 Flown Photography Map - A6
Apollo 17 mission flown and used photography map from the collection of Commander Gene Cernan. The map, marked with symbols that include the orbital path and various lunar surface features, shows part of an area of the lunar surface that the crew crossed over during orbital revolutions 1 through 18 for both the front side and the back side of the moon.
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APOLLO 17 FLOWN MAP
This Apollo 17 flown photography map came from the collection of Mission Commander Gene Cernan. This map was flown to the moon aboard Command Module America during Apollo 17 in December 1972 and was used by the crew to guide their efforts in photographing areas of the lunar surface for scientific study. It exhibits a specific hand-drawn area of photographic interest, Rooster Tail, as well as the upper encirclement of the Arabia crater. Also present is Smyth's Sea in the upper-left corner, a lunar mare located along the equator on the easternmost edge of the Moon's near side.
The map, which is marked with symbols that include the orbital path and various lunar surface features, shows the path that the crew would cross over during orbital revolutions 1 through 18 for both the front side and the back side of the moon. Background coloration indicates variance in the reflectance of lunar areas under full illumination.
Product Information:
- Map measures approx. 13" x 8"
- Includes a copy of the Apollo 17 stowage list with the chart highlighted
- Includes certificate of authenticity with holographic logo and company stamp
Authentication Information:
These Apollo 17 flown maps came from the collection of Mission Commander Gene Cernan. One section (A1) of the chart was hand-signed and flight-certified in blue felt tip, "Flown on Apollo XVII / Gene Cernan." The chart was identified in the legend box and bore the serial numbers "SKB 32100123-377, S/N 1001," which correspond with those found in the Apollo 17 stowage list, which will also be included with each map plate.
Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity:
All of our artifacts are thoroughly and extensively researched before being listed for sale, so much so that we're proud to offer a lifetime guarantee of authenticity for this and other artifacts listed on our website. We also hold a record of every piece we sell, which can be identified and searched in our online database using the serial number listed on your certificate of authenticity.
Description
APOLLO 17 FLOWN MAP
This Apollo 17 flown photography map came from the collection of Mission Commander Gene Cernan. This map was flown to the moon aboard Command Module America during Apollo 17 in December 1972 and was used by the crew to guide their efforts in photographing areas of the lunar surface for scientific study. It exhibits a specific hand-drawn area of photographic interest, Rooster Tail, as well as the upper encirclement of the Arabia crater. Also present is Smyth's Sea in the upper-left corner, a lunar mare located along the equator on the easternmost edge of the Moon's near side.
The map, which is marked with symbols that include the orbital path and various lunar surface features, shows the path that the crew would cross over during orbital revolutions 1 through 18 for both the front side and the back side of the moon. Background coloration indicates variance in the reflectance of lunar areas under full illumination.
Product Information:
- Map measures approx. 13" x 8"
- Includes a copy of the Apollo 17 stowage list with the chart highlighted
- Includes certificate of authenticity with holographic logo and company stamp
Authentication Information:
These Apollo 17 flown maps came from the collection of Mission Commander Gene Cernan. One section (A1) of the chart was hand-signed and flight-certified in blue felt tip, "Flown on Apollo XVII / Gene Cernan." The chart was identified in the legend box and bore the serial numbers "SKB 32100123-377, S/N 1001," which correspond with those found in the Apollo 17 stowage list, which will also be included with each map plate.
Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity:
All of our artifacts are thoroughly and extensively researched before being listed for sale, so much so that we're proud to offer a lifetime guarantee of authenticity for this and other artifacts listed on our website. We also hold a record of every piece we sell, which can be identified and searched in our online database using the serial number listed on your certificate of authenticity.