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Apollo 8 - Signed Crew Photo.

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Apollo 8 - Signed Crew Photo.
<B>Apollo 8 - Signed Crew Photo.</B></I> An 8" x 10" color NASA photo of the crew in their space suits signed by all three: "<I>To Nig A Real Great Guy & Doctor! Thanks For All Your Help Bill Anders</B></I>"; "<I>James Lovell</B></I>"; and "<I>Frank Borman</B></I>". ("Nig" was an affectionate nickname for Dr. Coons.) Apollo 8, launched December 21, 1968, was the first space mission to break out of earth orbit and to orbit the moon. A photo titled "Earthrise" taken by Anders on Christmas Eve of the earth above the moon's horizon is one of the most famous photos ever taken. Framed to 10.25" x 12.25" overall. Excellent condition. <I>From the estate of Dr. D. Owen Coons, Chief of NASA's Manned Spacecraft Center Medical Office.</B></I><BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Framed - without Glass, Small (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>) <BR><BR><B>Important notice:<