$338
Recorded by a Television Camera Aboard the Surveyor 1 Spacecraft The lunar surface seen by the first American Moon lander, Surveyor 1, June 1966. NASA JPL caption on the verso. Vintage gelatin silver print, image size 7 1/2 x 7 1/2 in. (18.9 x 18.9 cm), unmatted. Condition: Good. N.B. The Soviet Luna 9 was the first space probe to soft-land on the Moon in February 1966. A few months later, Surveyor 1 joined it and transmitted this picture showing its landing foot resting on the lunar surface, proving the lunar surface was strong enough to support astronauts. Literature: Thomas, p. 120. Estimate $400-600 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-11-02
