Eyeglasses
Object number2018.27.107 a,b
Manufacturer
Randolph Engineering, Inc.
Datec. 1994
OriginUnited States
MediumMetal; Plastic; Leather; Fabric; Paper; Adhesive tape; Adhesive
Credit LineGift of Jay Apt
DescriptionEyeglasses with eyewear case.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth (a - folded): 2 × 5.438 × 1.125 in. (5.1 × 13.8 × 2.9 cm)Height x Width x Depth (a - unfolded): 1.75 × 5.438 × 5.5 in. (4.4 × 13.8 × 14 cm)
Length x Width x Depth (b): 7.063 × 3.5 × 1 in. (17.9 × 8.9 × 2.5 cm)
Inscriptions(a)
Handwritten text in black ink on inside of proper left temple "59-ASCENT APT".
(b)
Back has white paper label with handwritten black text "Jay Apt / STS-59 / Ascent Glasses".
Marks(a)
Engraved text inside both temples "5 1/2 RANDOLPH ENG. USA".
Engraved text on underside of crossbar "R/E USA" and bridge "AF-52 [square] 20".
Historical NotesSTS-59 flown eyeglasses and eyewear case used by Jay Apt during the ascent.
Previous owner
Dr. Jerome Apt III
Related institution
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
On View
Not on view
Randolph Engineering, Inc.
Randolph Engineering, Inc.
Randolph Engineering, Inc.
Randolph Engineering, Inc.
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