{"title":"Relics \u0026 Artifacts","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.25rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12px;font-weight:600;color:#999;margin:0 0 10px 0;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.06em;\"\u003eAlso in the Natural History Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;line-height:2;margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/fossil-casts-skeletal-reproductions\" style=\"color:#555;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ccc;padding-bottom:1px;\"\u003eFossil Casts \u0026amp; Skeletal Reproductions\u003c\/a\u003e  · \n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/authentic-fossil-specimens\" style=\"color:#555;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ccc;padding-bottom:1px;\"\u003eAuthentic Fossil Specimens\u003c\/a\u003e  · \n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/hominid-human-series\" style=\"color:#555;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ccc;padding-bottom:1px;\"\u003eHominid | Human Series\u003c\/a\u003e  · \n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/dinosaur-eggs\" style=\"color:#555;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ccc;padding-bottom:1px;\"\u003eDinosaur Eggs\u003c\/a\u003e  · \n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/natural-history-educational-kits\" style=\"color:#555;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ccc;padding-bottom:1px;\"\u003eNatural History Education Kits\u003c\/a\u003e  · \n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/minerals-and-gems\" style=\"color:#555;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ccc;padding-bottom:1px;\"\u003eMinerals \u0026amp; Gems\u003c\/a\u003e  · \n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/meteorite-specimens\" style=\"color:#555;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ccc;padding-bottom:1px;\"\u003eMeteorites\u003c\/a\u003e  · \n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/relics-artifacts\" style=\"color:#555;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ccc;padding-bottom:1px;\"\u003eRelics \u0026amp; Artifacts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"beatles-brick-fragment-the-cavern-club","title":"Beatles Brick Fragment - The Cavern Club","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an authentic brick fragment salvaged from the original Cavern Club in Liverpool, England. From 1961 to 1963, the Fab Four played 292 shows in the Cavern Club. This is a great collectible piece for any Beatles fan!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\"The Cavern... Do I have memories of the Cavern?  Do I? Oh yeah.\" ~ Paul McCartney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBefore The Beatles played for millions of viewers on The Ed Sullivan Show, the Lads from Liverpool put in thousands of hours in clubs and lounges across the UK, Germany, Sweden, and France, yet few venues can be so closely associated with the earliest days of the Beatles as the original Cavern Club in Liverpool, England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Beatles first played the Cavern Club in 1961, where they were soon noticed by talent spotter and future manager Brian Epstein. The venue was inspired by Parisian jazz clubs and boasted an iconic brick-laden cellar that served as the stage. As noted above, this specimen is a fragment of one of those bricks that first experienced the sound of the Beatles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the original club was demolished in 1973, a selection of bricks was taken and placed at auction. Mini Museum's material comes from one of these 1973 bricks, meaning the sound of the first 1961 Beatles performance passed through these specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach specimen is hand-cut by our technicians and is displayed in a cushioned acrylic jar. The jar is enclosed inside a classic, glass-topped riker display case that measures 4\"x3\"x1\". A small information card is also enclosed, which also serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note: Color will vary widely on this specimen between red, gray, and swirls of both colors\u003c\/strong\u003e. The unique texture and coloring are the result of uneven firing and rough materials used at the time. This makes each specimen completely unique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171391537265,"sku":"80-112-0009-201-36","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/FHLrwu8UcAINNpR.jpg?v=1777668168"},{"product_id":"u-s-capitol-building-steps","title":"U.S. Capitol Building Steps","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/uscapitol-03-front_1024x1024.png?v=1614772963\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Front of the Specimen Card\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1800, when only the first of its wings had been completed, the United States Capitol held its first meeting of Congress. Since then, through renovations, destructions, expansions, and more, the building has served as the legislative heart of the country. It is where the law of the land is drafted, critiqued, and created, and for many, where democracy prevails over chaos and tyranny.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEven after the Statue of Freedom was mounted at the apex of the dome in 1863, the Capitol still underwent changes that continue to this day. Like the democratic government the building represents, it is never truly finished, ever-changing with new improvements, new faces, and new ideas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is a fragment of the first marble steps of the U.S. Capitol, originally installed in 1870 and replaced 1995 with granite.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/us-capitol-1200-04_1024x1024.jpg?v=1614893131\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarble was an extremely important material in the eyes of the designers. They wished to invoke the image of ancient Greek and Roman architecture in their new country, something that was reflected not only in the structure but the very stones that built it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/us-capitol-1200-02_1024x1024.jpg?v=1614893157\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, when the Capitol was first planned, there were no known marble deposits near Washington D.C. Aquia Creek sandstone was used as a replacement at first, but as the country grew and the Capitol began to require renovation, marble was brought in from across the nation. Deposits from Massachusetts, Georgia, and even new quarries near the Potomac supplied new interiors, columns, facades, and stairways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with the Aquia Creek sandstone, this material has been made available at times for collectible in various forms. This particular piece of marble was part of a limited edition book-end set created in the late 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/us-capitol-1200-03_022d332b-5af0-4c4c-b6ce-a6d1ebd3df7b_1024x1024.jpg?v=1614893094\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach hand-cut fragment is encased inside an acrylic specimen jar and presented in one of our classic, glass-topped riker display boxes. The size of each specimen varies, but on average they measure 6 to 10 millimeters along each edge\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. The riker display box measures 4 1\/2\" x 3 1\/2\". A small information card is also included, which serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171392290929,"sku":"80-112-0114-201-36","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/add-on-uscapitol-01-1000.jpg?v=1777668446"},{"product_id":"charles-diana-wedding-cake","title":"Charles Diana Wedding Cake Fragment","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eCharles Diana wedding cake\u003c\/strong\u003e fragment is an authentic piece of royal history. On July 29, 1981, an estimated 750 million people watched as Charles Windsor, Prince of Wales, married Lady Diana Spencer. The wedding captivated the world—a modern fairy tale where an assistant kindergarten teacher became a princess overnight. This specimen preserves a tangible memory of that historic moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Charles and Diana's 1981 wedding cake was a traditional fruit cake with cream cheese frosting, baked for the royal reception. This \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric royal wedding\u003c\/strong\u003e artifact remains remarkably preserved after four decades. Each \u003cstrong\u003eCharles \u0026amp; Diana wedding cake\u003c\/strong\u003e fragment represents a genuine connection to one of the twentieth century's most watched and celebrated events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Wedding That Captivated the World\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1981 marriage of Charles and Diana captured global imagination like few events before or since. Millions watched the ceremony unfold, hoping for the fairy tale ending Diana deserved. The wedding reception featured an elaborate multi-tier cake, an integral part of royal tradition. Fragments from this cake have become among the most sought-after royal wedding memorabilia pieces available to collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding This Historic Royal Wedding Cake Fragment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Charles and Diana's wedding cake specimen is a genuine artifact from the actual reception cake. The fruitcake base has naturally candied over forty years, creating a dense, preserved texture. The cream cheese frosting has crystallized, adding to the specimen's authenticity and age. What you're holding is history—edible history that survived decades of careful preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrincess Diana Artifact Authentication\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Princess Diana artifact comes with official documentation and a certificate of authenticity. The provenance is impeccable, sourced from documented collections of royal memorabilia. Serious collectors value pieces with this level of historical significance and verified authenticity. Owning a piece of the actual Charles and Diana 1981 wedding cake elevates any royal wedding memorabilia collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDisplay and Presentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour specimen arrives hand-sealed inside an acrylic specimen jar, mounted in a classic glass-topped Riker display box measuring 4.5 in L x 3.5 in W. The presentation is museum-quality, suitable for shelf or tabletop display. An information card serves as your certificate of authenticity, documenting the piece's historical significance and provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Important Notes of Charles Diana wedding cake fragment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is for display only and should NOT be consumed. The cake fragments have not been stabilized and remain in their original preserved state. After forty years, the fruitcake tends toward a candied, sticky texture. If you open the specimen jar for examination, fragments may adhere to the acrylic top—this is normal. Store away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature fluctuations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more royal wedding memorabilia and British history pieces in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/culture-english-british-history\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEnglish and British History Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor More Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBritannica - Royal Weddings and British Monarchy History\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.loc.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLibrary of Congress - Royal Events and Cultural History\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smithsonianmag.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSmithsonian Magazine - Royal Artifacts and Royal Weddings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171392356465,"sku":"80-112-0164-201-40","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/add-on-royal-wedding-cake-01.jpg?v=1777668460"},{"product_id":"abraham-lincoln-springfield-brick","title":"Abraham Lincoln Springfield Brick","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/lincoln-front-03_1024x1024.png?v=1601905340\" loading='lazy\"'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Front of the Specimen Card\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring his life, Abraham Lincoln only owned one home: 413 South Eighth Street in Springfield, Illinois. The Lincoln family moved to the property in 1844 and the building would be their home through highs and lows in both family and political life. This specimen is a fragment of brick from the walkway of that home. The brick was removed during renovation work in 1954. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally, part of the First Edition of the Mini Museum we are proud to offer it once more as a stand-alone item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/process-lincoln-brick_1024x1024.jpg?v=1601910103\" alt=\"\" loading='lazy\"'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Macro image of brick specimen preparation in-process\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach hand-cut brick fragment is encased inside an acrylic specimen jar and presented in one of our classic, glass-topped riker display boxes. The size varies but o\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003en average the fragments measure 1 x 0.5 x 0.5 cm. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe riker display box measures 4 1\/2\" x 3 1\/2\". A small information card is also included, which serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171393110129,"sku":"80-112-0085-201-36","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/abraham-lincoln-MAIN-001.jpg?v=1777668637"},{"product_id":"viking-axe-classic-riker-box-specimen","title":"Viking Axe Classic Riker Box Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMore than 1200 years ago the Vikings left the fjords of modern Scandinavia and set out sea. Today, nearly every country in Europe has a story to tell of the Viking expansion, and the complex history of their many societies is slowly being rediscovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is a fragment of a Viking axe head dating to 900 CE. The axe head was restored in the 1960s using the techniques of the time, which tended to focus on the beauty of the finished object as opposed to stabilizing and preserving the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic Riker Box Specimens are all unique as we crafted each one here from the original material salvaged from the axes. You should still use caution when handling these specimens. Edges can be sharp and the material may flake.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171394388081,"sku":"80-112-0201-201-40","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/add-on-viking-axe-01.jpg?v=1777052847"},{"product_id":"aterian-tools","title":"Aterian Stone Tool - Authentic North African Middle Paleolithic Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003eTool making is one of the defining behaviors that separates the human lineage from all other animals. Early in human history, in the Middle Paleolithic of North Africa, a new technological culture developed: the \u003cstrong\u003eAterians\u003c\/strong\u003e. Known for their advanced techniques and the differentiation of their tools - including distinctive tanged points that allowed hafting to handles or spears - the Aterians represent a significant cognitive and technological leap in the prehistoric record. This \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic Aterian stone tool\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete tool as found in North Africa, presented in a glass-topped riker display case with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Complete Tool From the Dawn of Human Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a cast. This is a genuine Aterian tool - a real stone artifact worked by human hands tens of thousands of years ago in North Africa, at a time when modern human behavior was still emerging and diversifying. Each tool is unique in color, size, and shape. Some will show wear from thousands of years of use and subsequent time in the earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Authentic Aterian Stone Tool for Human Origins Collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach specimen includes a Mini Museum certificate of authenticity and informational display card. 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The specimen measures 0.75-1cm in length.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171397697649,"sku":"80-112-0428-201-40","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/add-on-small-riker-2025-brooklyn-bridge-01.jpg?v=1777052914"},{"product_id":"yankee-stadium-1923-brick","title":"Yankee Stadium 1923 Brick","description":"\u003cp\u003eDubbed \"The Cathedral of Baseball\" and \"The House that Ruth Built\" or simply \"The Stadium,\" Yankee Stadium was the home to New York's baseball team for 85 years, witnessing some of the most incredible moments in the history of the sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is a piece of brick material from the original 1923 Yankee Stadium. It was retrieved during the stadium's demolition in 2008, making way for the new Yankee Stadium that hosts the team today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171398189169,"sku":"80-112-0429-201-40","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/yankee-brick-desk-01-MAIN-001.jpg?v=1777052916"},{"product_id":"disneyland-carpet-specimen","title":"Disneyland Carpet Specimen - Walt Disney Memorabilia","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eDisneyland carpet specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from Walt Disney's secret personal apartment, hidden above the firehouse on Main Street U.S.A. at Disneyland Park. The Cranberry Room was Walt's private retreat—a sanctuary where he could observe his park and rest between public duties. This specimen preserves an authentic piece of that intimate space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the apartment underwent renovation, this carpet fragment was preserved and sourced through Van Eaton Galleries, the premier collection of Disneyana memorabilia. This Disneyland collectible represents one of the rarest pieces available to collectors—a direct link to Walt's personal world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Original burgundy carpet from Walt Disney's Cranberry Room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: Specimen jar 2.5 in diameter, housed in glass-topped Riker box 4 in L x 3 in W x 1 in H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSource: Van Eaton Galleries, authenticated and documented, Disneyland collectible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthenticity: Official Mini Museum Seal of Authenticity with display card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: Original installation from Disneyland Park's opening era\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWalt Disney's Hidden Retreat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWalt designed Disneyland as a place where all ages could experience magic together, yet he needed a private sanctuary for his family. The Cranberry Room sat concealed above Main Street's firehouse, perfectly positioned for Walt to observe his park while maintaining complete privacy. The rich burgundy carpet created an elegant, sophisticated space reflecting his refined personal taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding the Disneyland Carpet Specimen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Disneyland carpet specimen serves as historical evidence of how Walt lived and worked within his own creation. Authentic Walt Disney memorabilia grows rarer each year. Pieces directly connected to Walt's personal spaces command serious collector interest because of their provenance and historical significance. Collectors understand that owning this artifact means holding genuine Disneyland history from the park's golden era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Significance of Main Street Artifacts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMain Street U.S.A. represents the soul of Disneyland, and Walt poured his passion into every detail. Artifacts from Main Street buildings—especially Walt's private apartment—are among the most sought-after pieces by serious collectors. This carpet fragment tells the story of Walt's approach to design and personal space, reflecting his values and sensibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDisplay and Preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour specimen arrives in museum-quality presentation: the carpet sample rests in an acrylic specimen jar with removable top, mounted in a handsome glass-topped Riker box ideal for tabletop or shelf display. Two display cards accompany your purchase—a larger 3 in x 4 in card with vintage photos and historical information, plus a standard Mini Museum card for collection flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep away from direct sunlight to preserve the burgundy color. The sealed jar protects from dust and environmental exposure. Store in a cool, dry location. Handle with clean hands only if you wish to examine the specimen directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer more authentic specimens in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/relics-artifacts\" target=\"_self\" title=\"\"\u003eRelics \u0026amp; Artifacts Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor More Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBritannica Encyclopedia - Walt Disney and American Entertainment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.loc.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLibrary of Congress - American Memory Collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smithsonianmag.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSmithsonian Magazine - American Design and Heritage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171398254705,"sku":"80-112-0348-201-40","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/Disney-carpet-desk-MAIN-002_93f740fe-80fc-422a-bddb-9782cfe7bdab.jpg?v=1777052918"},{"product_id":"hollywood-sign","title":"Hollywood Sign","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor decades, the Hollywood Sign has watched over Los Angeles from Mount Lee, a symbol of the filmmaking capital of the world. First built as the Hollywoodland Sign to advertise a housing development in 1923, the sign fell into disrepair and was entirely reconstructed in the 1970s to preserve it for generations to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis specimen consists of two samples from the original 1923 sign salvaged during the reconstruction: a piece of metal from the lettering, and a piece of wood from the support beams that held up the sign. The material was acquired from the private collection of a retired LA sound engineer. Together they stood alongside each other for over fifty years before being salvaged in the 1970s reconstruction effort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171398353009,"sku":"80-112-0371-201-40","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/hollywood-sign-MAIN-007.jpg?v=1777052920"},{"product_id":"samurai-formal-jacket-late-edo-kataginu-display-card","title":"Samurai Formal Jacket - Late Edo Kataginu - Display Card","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn authentic samurai collector's item from Edo-period Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a century and a half of warfare, the peace of the Edo period transformed every aspect of life in Japan. A strict hierarchy established the samurai as part of the upper class, with all the attendant benefits but also strict rules on how to conduct oneself, down to how to dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-stringify-type=\"paragraph-break\" class=\"c-mrkdwn__br\" aria-label=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis specimen is an authentic ~1cm swatch of fabric from a late Edo period samurai kataginu. This was a formal jacket that was part of the dress code of a samurai at court. The specimen comes affixed to an informational display card with the Mini Museum Seal of Authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171740778609,"sku":"80-112-0479-201-40","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/samurai-jacket-matcha-MAIN-001.jpg?v=1777079827"},{"product_id":"space-shuttle-tire-columbia-flown-nose-landing-gear-tire-card-display","title":"Space Shuttle Tire - Columbia Flown Nose Landing Gear Tire - Card Display","description":"\u003cp\u003eAcross 30 years, the Space Shuttle program launched dozens of flights of its five orbiters, writing a new chapter in the history of space exploration. During these missions, astronauts ran experiments, made astronomical observations, launched satellites, and performed other tasks in pursuit of knowledge of outer space. \u003cem\u003eColumbia\u003c\/em\u003e was the first mission-flown shuttle, kicking off three decades of the program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is a mission-flown nose landing gear tire fragment from the Space Shuttle \u003cem\u003eColumbia \u003c\/em\u003e(OV-102). Serial number verification against public information indicates the tire was removed from service after\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eColumbia\u003c\/i\u003e's 13th mission (STS-52).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tire fragment measures between 0.5 to 1cm long and ships within a clear coin case attached to an informational display card. The Mini Museum Seal of Authenticity is included on the card!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43591586775153,"sku":"80-112-0445-201-40","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/shuttle-tire-card-MAIN-005_1c2516c7-da1a-4d84-ab97-918882877102.jpg?v=1783016416"},{"product_id":"space-shuttle-atlantis-flown-thermal-blanket","title":"Space Shuttle Atlantis - Flown Thermal Blanket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/atlantis-space-shuttle-front-02_1024x1024.png?v=1648471716\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Front of the Specimen Card\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Space Shuttle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAtlantis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(OV-104)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewas the fourth of the five space shuttles used in space operations. It was also the final shuttle to be flown. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDuring Atlantis' tenure, the craft was instrumental in sending planetary probes to Venus and Jupiter and adding modules to the ISS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis specimen is a piece of a mission-flown insulation blanket, which was part of Atlantis' Thermal Control System. The TCS helped the ship withstand the extreme increase in temperatures during atmospheric reentry and the TCS blanket was applied to the inside of the shuttle to protect internal components and systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftgoods such as the blanket were a simple and efficient way to provide lightweight insulation to delicate items. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNASA disposition paperwork received with this item indicates this \u003c\/span\u003eparticular blanket was removed after Atlantis' mission to MIR (STS-86) which flew on September 26, 1997.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs pictured below, each hand-cut specimen is housed in an acrylic jar and ships in a classic, glass-topped riker display case. The specimens measure roughly 1x1cm though variations may occur. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA small information card is also included, which serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Handling Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's very\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eimportant to note that\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this was a multi-layer insulation blanket so we've elected to provide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emultiple layers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with each specimen. All specimens will have a layer of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealuminized Kapton foil and a layer of fibrous bulk \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial. It's also possible that there may be a fragment of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDacron net separator, but we've tried to remove that as it is quite brittle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIn any case, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eif you choose to open the specimen jar, take great care. The Kapton is very light and slightly brittle with age and use. It may fly away or even break into smaller pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 17\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore about Space Shuttle Program and Atlantis (OV-104)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAfter the close of the Apollo program, NASA turned its focus from lunar landings to research and observation. The vessel for this new focus would be the Space Shuttle, a multi-use vehicle designed to carry astronauts and scientific equipment to and from Earth's orbit. Due to their reusable design, the orbiters were amazing tools for furthering our scientific understanding of the stars. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNASA's Space Shuttle program delivered 133 successful missions during its three decades in operation, beginning with Columbia's\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003einaugural launch in 1981 and concluding with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAtlantis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003efinal flight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ein 2011. Missions involved many vital tasks, such as maintaining the International Space Station, repairing the Hubble Space Telescope, and deploying satellites. Scientific experiments featured heavily in the rotation, using the reusable Spacelab developed by the ESA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs noted above, the Space Shuttle\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAtlantis\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003ewas the fourth of the five space shuttles used in space operations. It was also the final shuttle to be flown. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAtlantis orbited Earth 4,848 times, traveling approximately 126 million miles, and carried 156 different passengers over its time in service. During Atlantis' tenure, the craft was instrumental in sending planetary probes to Venus and Jupiter and adding modules to the ISS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAtlantis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eweighed about 150,000 pounds (68,000 kg), boasting a wingspan of about 80 feet and a length of about 120 feet. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhile in space,\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Atlantis \u003c\/i\u003eorbited Earth 4,848 times, traveling approximately 126 million miles, carrying 156 different passengers. Today, you can find the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAtlantis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eat the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex on Merritt Island, Florida, where it's on public display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMullane, Mike. Riding rockets: the outrageous tales of a space shuttle astronaut. Simon and Schuster, 2007.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLamoreux, James C., James D. Siekierski, and JP Nick Carter. \"Space Shuttle thermal protection system inspection by 3D imaging laser radar.\" Laser Radar Technology and Applications IX. Vol. 5412. SPIE, 2004.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePITTS, W., and D. KOURTIDES. \"Ceramic insulation\/multifoil composite for thermal protection of reentry spacecraft.\" 24th Thermophysics Conference. 1989.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLinton, Roger C., Ann F. Whitaker, and Miria M. Finckenor. \"Space environment durability of beta cloth in LDEF thermal blankets.\" LDEF Materials Results for Spacecraft Applications (1993).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHarris, Richard, Michael Stewart, and William Koenig. \"Thermal Protection Systems Technology Transfer from Apollo and Space Shuttle to the Orion Program.\" 2018 AIAA SPACE and Astronautics Forum and Exposition. 2018.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenkins, Dennis R. Space shuttle: the history of the National Space Transportation System: the first 100 missions. DR Jenkins, 2001.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenkins, Dennis R. Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon: 1972-2013. 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The glass coating is very thin, so for protection, this item will be enclosed in an acrylic specimen jar. The jar is housed in a glass-topped riker display box measuring 4x3x1 (inches). A small information card will accompany the specimen, which also serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43591587135601,"sku":"80-112-4003-201-36","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/space-shuttle-columbia-tile-MAIN-002.jpg?v=1783016421"},{"product_id":"space-shuttle-challenger-flown-lrsi-tile-fragment","title":"Space Shuttle Challenger - Flown LRSI Tile Fragment","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/challenger-tile-front-ii_1024x1024.png?v=1648473877\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Front of the Specimen Card featuring NASA image STS07-32-1702. Taken on June 22, 1983, during STS-7.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Space Shuttle \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChallenger \u003c\/i\u003e(OV-099)\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/i\u003ewas the second of the space shuttles in the program to enter orbit, embarking on its maiden voyage on April 4, 1983. Over the course of its ten missions, the shuttle gathered scientific data, repaired satellites, and brought the first African-American to space, Guion Bluford.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis specimen is a mission-flown tile fragment from the Space Shuttle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChallenger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. Known as a low-temperature surface insulation tile (LRSI), the tile is comprised of low-density silica. The tiles protected parts of the orbiter exposed to temperatures in excess of 1,200°F and below 0°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/CHALLENGER-MAIN-001_1024x1024.jpg?v=1648487637\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAbove: Space Shuttle Challenger LRSI Tile with typical NASA scrap tags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEach tile was unique, specifically designed to meet the exact shape, weight, and temperature resistance required at its location on the craft. NASA disposition paperwork received with this item indicates this particular tile was removed after the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChallenger’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e sixth mission (STS-41-G) which flew on October 5, 1984.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/CHALLENGER-DETAIL-001_1024x1024.jpg?v=1648487728\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAbove: Closeup of the reverse side of the tile. The red coating is actually a silicone adhesive called RTV 560. This phenyl methyl silicone is filled with iron oxide, hence the red color. It has high heat conductivity and was used as the main TPS adhesive. You can read more about these adhesives and much more in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ntrs.nasa.gov\/api\/citations\/19950017378\/downloads\/19950017378.pdf\"\u003eNASA Technical Report \"Outgassing Products from Orbiter TPS Materials\"\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt's not unusual to have tiles replaced as they are designed just for this purpose, but \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/feature\/35-years-ago-sts-41g-a-flight-of-many-firsts\"\u003eSTS-41-G was unusual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e as \u003c\/span\u003ea significant number of tiles were damaged during the mission. After careful review, NASA engineers discovered that faulty waterproofing used throughout the Thermal Protection System (TPS) allowed debonding of the tiles. To correct the problem, workers removed and replaced over 4,000 tiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs pictured below, each hand-cut specimen is housed in an acrylic jar and ships in a classic, glass-topped riker display case. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSpecimens measure roughly, 6mmx5mm though variations in shape will occur as the material is rather difficult to cut. A small information card is also included, which serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/CHALLENGER-DETAIL-002_1024x1024.jpg?v=1648485208\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAbove: Why yes, we do have an original NASA cafeteria tray at MMHQ. What else would we use for special luncheons?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Handling Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e We have not stabilized this material. So while the silica is not toxic, it \u003cem\u003ewill\u003c\/em\u003e powder under pressure. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf you choose to handle the specimen, please do so with extreme care. We also recommend using gloves as the silica will coat your fingers and can be irritating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore about Space Shuttle Program and Challenger (OV-099)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"What are we doing here? We're reaching for the stars.\" ~ Christa McAuliffe (1948-1986) (Source: TIME Magazine February 10, 1986)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/Space_Shuttle_Challenger__04-04-1983_1024x1024.jpg?v=1648488619\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/Space_Shuttle_Challenger__04-04-1983_1024x1024.jpg?v=1648488619\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbove: The first launch of the Space Shuttle Challenger (STS-6,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApril 4, 1983\u003c\/span\u003e). (Source Department of Defense image DF-SC-84-01865)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAfter the close of the Apollo program, NASA turned its focus from lunar landings to research and observation. The vessel for this new focus would be the Space Shuttle, a multi-use vehicle designed to carry astronauts and scientific equipment to and from Earth's orbit. Due to their reusable design, the orbiters were amazing tools for furthering our scientific understanding of the stars. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNASA's Space Shuttle program delivered 133 successful missions during its three decades in operation, beginning with \u003ci\u003eColumbia's\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003einaugural mission in 1981 and concluding with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAtlantis' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003efinal mission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ein 2011. Missions involved many vital tasks, such as maintaining the International Space Station, repairing the Hubble Space Telescope, and deploying satellites. Scientific experiments featured heavily in the rotation, using the reusable Spacelab developed by the ESA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/EC82-21135-16x9_1024x1024.jpg?v=1648489691\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Challenger hitches a ride on NASA's Boeing 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft (SCA), NASA 905. The ferry flight took the orbiter to the Kennedy Space Center in Florida for its first launch. (NASA Image EC82-21135 July 4, 1982)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs noted above, the Space Shuttle \u003cem\u003eChallenger\u003c\/em\u003e was the second of the space shuttles in the program to enter orbit, embarking on its maiden voyage on April 4, 1983. Over the course of its ten missions, the shuttle gathered scientific data, repaired satellites, and brought the first African-American to space, Guion Bluford. However, despite Challenger’s many achievements, it is remembered in history for its tragic final flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/sts_51l_crew_photo_s85-44253_1024x1024.jpg?v=1648489429\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/sts_51l_crew_photo_s85-44253_1024x1024.jpg?v=1648489429\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: STS-51L crew members Michael J. Smith, front row left, Francis R. \"Dick\" Scobee, Ronald E. McNair; Ellison S. Onizuka, back row left, S. Christa McAuliffe, Gregory B. Jarvis, and Judith A. Resnik. (NASA Image S85-44253 November, 1985)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn January 28, 1986, Challenger began its final flight (STS-51L), disintegrating 73 seconds after takeoff. The explosion was caused by the failure of O-ring seals in the shuttle’s rocket booster, which allowed pressurized gas to burn through to the booster’s fuel tank. This horrific event ended with the deaths of all onboard crew members, which led to a brief suspension of shuttle flights and an overhaul of both the program itself and NASA’s organizational structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2021, John Uri of the NASA Johnson Space Center posted this touching retrospective of the crew from STS-51L on the 35th anniversary of the disaster. We invite you to read more here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/feature\/35-years-ago-remembering-challenger-and-her-crew\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/feature\/35-years-ago-remembering-challenger-and-her-crew\"\u003e\"35 Years Ago: Remembering Challenger and Her Crew\".\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMcDonald, Allan J., and James R. Hansen. Truth, Lies, and O-rings: inside the space shuttle challenger disaster. Gainesville: University Press of Florida, 2009.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVaughan, Diane. The Challenger launch decision: Risky technology, culture, and deviance at NASA. University of Chicago Press, 1996.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eLamoreux, James C., James D. Siekierski, and JP Nick Carter. \"Space Shuttle thermal protection system inspection by 3D imaging laser radar.\" Laser Radar Technology and Applications IX. Vol. 5412. SPIE, 2004.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePITTS, W., and D. KOURTIDES. \"Ceramic insulation\/multifoil composite for thermal protection of reentry spacecraft.\" 24th Thermophysics Conference. 1989.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLinton, Roger C., Ann F. Whitaker, and Miria M. Finckenor. \"Space environment durability of beta cloth in LDEF thermal blankets.\" LDEF Materials Results for Spacecraft Applications (1993).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHarris, Richard, Michael Stewart, and William Koenig. \"Thermal Protection Systems Technology Transfer from Apollo and Space Shuttle to the Orion Program.\" 2018 AIAA SPACE and Astronautics Forum and Exposition. 2018.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenkins, Dennis R. Space shuttle: the history of the National Space Transportation System: the first 100 missions. DR Jenkins, 2001.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenkins, Dennis R. Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon: 1972-2013. Specialty Press, 2016.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/challenger-tile-back_1024x1024.png?v=1648473904\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Back of the Specimen Card\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43591587201137,"sku":"80-112-0221-201-40","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/add-on-shutte-challenger-01-1000.jpg?v=1783016421"},{"product_id":"space-shuttle-endeavour-flown-thermal-blanket","title":"Space Shuttle Endeavour - Flown Thermal Blanket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/endeavor-01-space-shuttle-front-01_1024x1024.png?v=1648473802\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Front of the Specimen Card\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Space Shuttle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEndeavour (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eOV-105) \u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ewas the final of the orbiters to be built, replacing the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChallenger \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eshuttle. Named for Captain James Cook’s HMS \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEndeavour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, the shuttle’s career included the first repair mission for the Hubble Space Telescope and the addition of the Unity Module to the ISS, the first American addition to the space station. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEndeavour \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ealso flew Mae Jemison, the first African American woman in space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis specimen is a piece of insulation blanket that was part of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEndeavour’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Thermal Control System. \u003c\/span\u003eThe TCS helped the ship withstand the extreme increase in temperatures during atmospheric reentry and the TCS blanket was applied to the inside of the shuttle to protect internal components and systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftgoods such as the blanket were a simple and efficient way to provide lightweight insulation to delicate items.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNASA disposition paperwork received with this item indicates this particular blanket was removed after STS-99 which flew on 02\/11\/2000, which was this shuttle’s last solo mission.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs pictured below, each hand-cut specimen is housed in an acrylic jar and ships in a classic, glass-topped riker display case. The specimens measure roughly 1x1cm though variations may occur. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA small information card is also included, which serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/ENDEAVOUR-DETAIL-003_1024x1024.jpg?v=1648485176\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Handling Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's very\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eimportant to note that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethis was a multi-layer insulation blanket so we've elected to provide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emultiple layers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with each specimen. All specimens will have a layer of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealuminized Kapton foil and a layer of fibrous bulk \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial. It's also possible that there may be a fragment of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDacron net separator, but we've tried to remove that as it is quite brittle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIn any case, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eif you choose to open the specimen jar, take great care. The Kapton is very light and slightly brittle with age and use. It may fly away or even break into smaller pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore about Space Shuttle Program and Endeavour (OV-105)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAfter the close of the Apollo program, NASA turned its focus from lunar landings to research and observation. The vessel for this new focus would be the Space Shuttle, a multi-use vehicle designed to carry astronauts and scientific equipment to and from Earth's orbit. Due to their reusable design, the orbiters were amazing tools for furthering our scientific understanding of the stars. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNASA's Space Shuttle program delivered 133 successful missions during its three decades in operation, beginning with \u003ci\u003eColumbia's\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003einaugural mission in 1981 and concluding with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAtlantis' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ein 2011. Missions involved many vital tasks, such as maintaining the International Space Station, repairing the Hubble Space Telescope, and deploying satellites. Scientific experiments featured heavily in the rotation, using the reusable Spacelab developed by the ESA. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs noted above, the Space Shuttle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEndeavour \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ewas the final of the orbiters to be built, replacing the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChallenger \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eshuttle. As a cost-saving measure, much of the shuttle was built from leftover parts from the other orbiters. Named for Captain James Cook’s HMS \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEndeavour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, the shuttle’s career included the first repair mission for the Hubble Space Telescope and the addition of the Unity Module to the ISS, the first American addition to the space station. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEndeavour \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ealso flew Mae Jemison, the first African American woman in space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOver its active years, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEndeavour \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eorbited Earth 4,671 times, traveling approximately 120 million miles. The shuttle weighed about 156 thousand pounds, boasting a wingspan of about 80 feet and a length of about 120 feet. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEndeavour \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecan now be seen at the California Science Center, where it is open for display to the public.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLamoreux, James C., James D. Siekierski, and JP Nick Carter. \"Space Shuttle thermal protection system inspection by 3D imaging laser radar.\" Laser Radar Technology and Applications IX. Vol. 5412. SPIE, 2004.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePITTS, W., and D. KOURTIDES. \"Ceramic insulation\/multifoil composite for thermal protection of reentry spacecraft.\" 24th Thermophysics Conference. 1989.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLinton, Roger C., Ann F. Whitaker, and Miria M. Finckenor. \"Space environment durability of beta cloth in LDEF thermal blankets.\" LDEF Materials Results for Spacecraft Applications (1993).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHarris, Richard, Michael Stewart, and William Koenig. \"Thermal Protection Systems Technology Transfer from Apollo and Space Shuttle to the Orion Program.\" 2018 AIAA SPACE and Astronautics Forum and Exposition. 2018.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenkins, Dennis R. Space shuttle: the history of the National Space Transportation System: the first 100 missions. DR Jenkins, 2001.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenkins, Dennis R. Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon: 1972-2013. 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Discovery orbited the Earth 5,830 times, traveling approximately 150 million miles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is a fragment from a mission-flown payload liner of the \u003cem\u003eDiscovery\u003c\/em\u003e. Made of fire-resistant beta cloth, this material covered insulation and kept the payload area clean and pristine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNASA disposition paperwork received with this item indicates this particular piece of the payload liner was removed after Discovery’s mission to deploy numerous science instruments (STS-85), which flew on August 7, 1997.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs pictured below, each hand-cut specimen is housed in an acrylic jar and ships in a classic, glass-topped riker display case. Specimens measure roughly 1x1cm in size though variations may occur. As pictured, some specimens will have black seams while others will be completely white. A small information card is also included, which serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/DISCOVERY-DETAIL-001_1024x1024.jpg?v=1648485133\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore about Space Shuttle Program and Discovery (OV-103)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAfter the close of the Apollo program, NASA turned its focus from lunar landings to research and observation. The vessel for this new focus would be the Space Shuttle, a multi-use vehicle designed to carry astronauts and scientific equipment to and from Earth's orbit. Due to their reusable design, the orbiters were amazing tools for furthering our scientific understanding of the stars. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNASA's Space Shuttle program delivered 133 successful missions during its three decades in operation, beginning with \u003ci\u003eColumbia's\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003einaugural mission in 1981 and concluding with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAtlantis' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ein 2011. Missions involved many vital tasks, such as maintaining the International Space Station, repairing the Hubble Space Telescope, and deploying satellites. Scientific experiments featured heavily in the rotation, using the reusable Spacelab developed by the ESA. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs noted above, \u003cem\u003eDiscovery\u003c\/em\u003e had a long career spanning nearly three decades from 1984 to 2011. During this time, the orbiter \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eaccrued more space flights than any other craft in the program. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscovery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eorbited the Earth 5,830 times, traveling approximately 150 million miles. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe shuttle weighed about 170 thousand pounds, boasting a wingspan of about 80 feet and a length of about 120 feet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAmong its many missions, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscovery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecarried the Hubble Telescope into orbit (STS-31) and took on the hundredth shuttle mission (STS-92). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eToday, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscovery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e can be found at the Smithsonian’s Steven F. 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KOURTIDES. \"Ceramic insulation\/multifoil composite for thermal protection of reentry spacecraft.\" 24th Thermophysics Conference. 1989.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLinton, Roger C., Ann F. Whitaker, and Miria M. Finckenor. \"Space environment durability of beta cloth in LDEF thermal blankets.\" LDEF Materials Results for Spacecraft Applications (1993).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHarris, Richard, Michael Stewart, and William Koenig. \"Thermal Protection Systems Technology Transfer from Apollo and Space Shuttle to the Orion Program.\" 2018 AIAA SPACE and Astronautics Forum and Exposition. 2018.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenkins, Dennis R. Space shuttle: the history of the National Space Transportation System: the first 100 missions. DR Jenkins, 2001.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenkins, Dennis R. Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon: 1972-2013. 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The acrylic cube is housed inside a padded, glass-topped riker box display case measuring 5 1\/2\" x 6 1\/2\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/apollo-13-hero-1000-01_grande.jpg?v=1566568707\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003einformation card\u003c\/strong\u003e is included with \u003cstrong\u003eimages from Apollo 13\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003edetails about the mission\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ea certificate of authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/apollo-13-product-images-13_grande.jpg?v=1566493602\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card also features a centerline die-cut square matching the dimensions of the acrylic cube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/apollo-13-product-images-14_grande.jpg?v=1566493575\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows you to showcase the specimen inside the display case with any one of four different designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/front-coa-1x2_1024x1024.jpg?v=1566566639\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note: The magnified lid is secured to the acrylic cube with special tape, but the specimen inside is directly accessible.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you choose to remove the lid to examine the specimen, please use extreme caution. \u003cem\u003eThis cannot be stressed enough. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eKapton foil is very light and can easily escape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e In addition, due to the delicate nature of the material, fragments can vary in shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acquired at auction, this material comes from the personal collection of retired NASA Production Control Engineer William R. 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