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Hasselblad 500c Vintage Camera, Modified for Spaceflight. ...
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Description
The first Hasselblad in Space
Hasselblad 500c Vintage Camera, Modified for Spaceflight. A
vintage Hasselblad camera which is identical in appearance to the
model flown by Wally Schirra aboard Mercury-Atlas 8. Hasselblad
cameras played a significant role in documenting early space
missions and later became famous for capturing some of the most
iconic images of the Apollo program. The camera body measures 3" x
4.5" x 3.5" and features an 80 mm lens with "Carl Zeiss, Nr6305337,
Planar 1:2.8 f=80mm" on the inner rim. The Hasselblad 500C was
selected for its lightweight design and ease of use, making it
ideal for space missions where weight and space were at a premium.
Prior to the mission the standard commercial model was heavily
modified by NASA. What makes this particular example so interesting
is that it features many of the same modifications that were made
prior to the Sigma 7 flight. This included removing every
aspect that NASA deemed as "superfluous" added weight and painting
the exterior black. This example also features the pieces of
adhered velcro that appear on the camera that Schirra carried. All
aspects of the camera appear functional. It is unknown if this
camera was used in any official capacity, or was modified for
display purposes only. An incredibly displayable and important
component to the history of spaceflight. Some age related wear,
very fine.
Auction Info
2024 December 6 - 7 Space Exploration Signature® Auction #6304 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
December, 2024
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