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
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