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The Lunar Farside
View of the lunar surface taken from the Apollo 8 spacecraft looking southward from high altitude across the Southern Sea. The bright-rayed crater near the horizon is located near 130 degrees east longitude and 70 degrees south latitude. The dark floored crater near the middle of the right side of the photograph is about 70 kilometers (45 statute miles) in diameter. Both features are beyond the eastern limb of the Moon as viewed from earth; neither has a name
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 22.5cm x 25.4cm (8.9" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 22.5cm x 27.5cm (8.9" x 10.8")
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This print showcases the enigmatic beauty of the lunar farside, captured by the Apollo 8 spacecraft during its historic mission. Looking southward from a high altitude across the Southern Sea, this extraordinary view unveils a mesmerizing landscape that remains hidden from our earthly perspective. Intriguingly, two prominent features dominate this lunar vista. The first is a bright-rayed crater situated near the horizon at approximately 130 degrees east longitude and 70 degrees south latitude. Its striking rays extend outward, contrasting against the dark expanse of space surrounding it. This celestial spectacle serves as a reminder of the violent cosmic events that have shaped our moon's surface over billions of years. The second notable feature is an expansive dark-floored crater located towards the middle right side of the photograph. Spanning approximately 70 kilometers in diameter (equivalent to about 45 statute miles), this colossal impact basin stands out amidst its surroundings with its distinct characteristics and mysterious allure. It is worth noting that both these remarkable elements lie beyond what we perceive as "the eastern limb" when viewing from Earth; hence they remain nameless to us for now. Nevertheless, their presence on this unexplored territory evokes a sense of curiosity and beckons humanity to further unravel the secrets held within our closest celestial neighbor. As we gaze upon this awe-inspiring image, let us marvel at how far human ingenuity has brought us in venturing into unknown realms and uncovering new wonders within our vast universe.
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