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Planet Mercury
Mariner 10s first image of Mercury acquired on March 24, 1974. During its flight, Mariner 10s trajectory brought it behind the lighted hemisphere of Mercury, where this image was taken, in order to acquire important measurements with other instruments. This picture was acquired from a distance of 3, 340, 000 miles (5, 380, 000 km) from the surface of Mercury. The diameter of Mercury (3, 031 miles; 4, 878 km) is about 1/3 that of Earth. Images of Mercury were acquired in two steps, an inbound leg (images acquired before passing into Mercurys shadow) and an outbound leg (after exiting from Mercurys shadow). More than 2300 useful images of Mercury were taken, both moderate resolution (3-20 km/pixel) color and high resolution (better than 1 km/pixel) black and white coverage
Space Image feature a selection of NASA's incredible imagery
Media ID 635250
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Jet Propulsion Laboratory Mercury
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of our solar system with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the first image of Planet Mercury from space, captured by NASA's Mariner 10 on March 24, 1974. Witness the intriguing cratered surface and unique illumination of the innermost planet in our solar system. Our high-quality metal prints are not just a decorative piece, they're a conversation starter and a reminder of the incredible discoveries that continue to unfold in space exploration.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the first-ever image of Planet Mercury, captured by Mariner 10 on March 24,1974. As the spacecraft embarked on its mission, it strategically positioned itself behind the illuminated hemisphere of Mercury to gather crucial measurements using various instruments. From a staggering distance of 3,340,000 miles (5,380,000 km), this snapshot provides an awe-inspiring glimpse into our neighboring planet's enigmatic beauty. Mercury's diminutive size becomes apparent as we compare its diameter of approximately 3,031 miles (4,878 km) to that of Earth - roughly one-third in scale. The acquisition process involved two distinct stages: an inbound leg before entering Mercurys shadow and an outbound leg after emerging from it. Throughout this journey, Mariner 10 diligently captured over 2300 valuable images of Mercury. The resulting collection includes both moderate-resolution color photographs with a range between 3-20 km per pixel and high-resolution black and white coverage surpassing an impressive resolution better than one kilometer per pixel. These detailed visuals offer scientists invaluable insights into the composition and topography of this mysterious celestial body. Thanks to the efforts of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), we are fortunate enough to witness such extraordinary glimpses beyond our home planet. This remarkable photograph serves as a testament to humanity's insatiable curiosity about the cosmos and our relentless pursuit of knowledge about distant worlds like Mercury.
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