Selenology Collection

Full Moon. The dark grey areas are the lunar seas, which formed early in the Moons history as lava (molten rock) flowed into large impact craters and solidified

Apollo 17 sample of lunar basalt. The dark areas visible on the Moon (the lunar maria) are plains of flood basaltic lava flows

Lunar map of 1854. This map of the Moons surface was published in Germany, and the title across top in in German. The Moon is orientated with celestial North at bottom

Moons surface, Zond 3 image
Moons surface. Photocopy of an image taken by the Soviet lunar probe Zond 3, on 1st September 1966, showing the cratered surface of the far side of the Moon

Lunar meteorite DAG 262 (Dar al Gani 262) from Al Juhfra, in the Libyan Sahara. This meteorite was originally part of the Moon, being ejected into space by an impact on the Moons surface

Gibbous Moon, artwork
Gibbous Moon, computer artwork. The Moon is said to be gibbous when it is more than half full

Moons surface, Zond 7 image
Moons surface. Craters on the surface of the Moon, as photographed by the Soviet lunar probe Zond 7 on 11 August 1969. Zond 7 was an unmanned Soviet spacecraft that launched on 7 August 1969

The Moon from space, artwork
The Moon from space. Annotated artwork of the surface of the moon based on data obtained by unmanned US space probes. The Ptolemaeus crater can be seen at far left

The Moon from space, artwork
The Moon from space. Artwork of the surface of the moon based on data obtained by unmanned US space probes. The Ptolemaeus crater can be seen at far left

Lunar map. Map showing the near and far side of the Moon based on data obtained by unmanned US space probes that orbited the Moon in the early 21st Century

Lunar craters, 1866 artwork. These craters on the Moon, which include the Archimedes crater, were observed and drawn by the US astronomer Henry Draper (1837-1882)

Bodes Moon drawings of 1792. These drawings were made by the German astronomer Johann Elert Bode (1747-1826), and are labelled in German

Lunar landscape, 1872 artwork. This artwork is by the French artist Le Breton, with a German caption across bottom. The mapping of the Moon with telescopes started with Galileo in 1610

Lunar map, 1822
The Moon was the main object observed by the early telescope research. And the main questions were - is ther life, and what created the ringed mountains

Lunar landscape observations, 1882
The Moon was the main object observed by the early telescope research. And the main questions were - is ther life, and what created the ringed mountains

Lunar crater observations, 1882
The Moon was the main object observed by the early telescope research. And the main questions were - is ther life, and what created the ringed mountains

Lunar meteorite on a display stand. This 6-centimetre-long fragment of rock was originally part of a meteor that burnt up in the Earths atmosphere, with the surviving fragments known as meteorites

Giovanni Schiaparelli lunar advert. Dating from around 1889, this advert (for Liebigs Meat Extract) shows the Italian astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli (1835-1910)

Asteroid approaching the Moon, artwork. This asteroid is an example of a near-Earth object (NEO), an astronomical object whose orbit intersects with that of the Earth

Moon rock sample. The Apollo moon landings from 1969 to 1972 returned 2, 415 samples and over 380 kilograms of moon rock. Most of this is kept in Houston in the USA

Lalandes Moon map, 1772
Lalandes Moon map. Map of the Moon published in 1772 by the French astronomer Joseph Jerome de Lalande (1732-1807). This map charts the Moons geographical features using a naming system created by

Lades Moon globe, 1899
Lades Moon globe. This Moon globe was constructed in around 1897 by the German astronomer Heinrich Eduard von Lade (1817-1904)

Luna 1 launch vehicle, diagram. Diagram of the upper-stage launch vehicle (rocket) used to place the Luna 1 unmanned probe (round, upper centre) in space

Luna 1 spacecraft model (centre) in the upper-stage launch vehicle (rocket) used to place it in space. Its five antennae are shown here

Luna 2 commemmorative stamp. Soviet postage stamp dedicated to the Luna 2 unmanned space probe, launched on 12 September 1959

Luna 1 commemmorative stamp. Soviet postage stamp dedicated to the Luna 1 unmanned probe, launched on 2 January 1959 (date at upper right)

Luna 3 spacecraft model. This Soviet unmanned probe was launched on 4 October 1959. It was the first spacecraft to return pictures of the previously unseen far side of the Moon

Lunar libration sequence. Sequence of twenty-four Full Moon images taken each month over a period of two years. This illustrates a phenomenon known as libration

Variation in apparent lunar diameter. These two images show the variation in the apparent diameter of the full Moon, depending on whether it occurs at perigee (closest to the Earth, left)

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Selenology, the fascinating study of the Moon, takes us on a celestial journey through space and time. With its enchanting allure, the Full Moon captivates our imagination as we gaze upon its radiant glow. It serves as a constant reminder of humanity's remarkable achievements, such as Apollo 17's collection of lunar basalt samples that unravel the mysteries hidden beneath its surface. Delving deeper into selenology, we explore an intricate Lunar map from 1854, showcasing early attempts to understand this enigmatic celestial body. The Moons' rugged terrain comes to life in stunning detail through images like Zond 3's captivating snapshot of its surface. As we marvel at these visuals, an artwork depicting a Gibbous Moon reminds us of the ever-changing phases it gracefully transitions through. The intrigue intensifies with discoveries like lunar meteorite DAG 262 – a fragment from another world that found its way to ours. Zond 7's image further immerses us in selenology by capturing breathtaking vistas of the Moon's diverse landscapes. Stepping back for a broader perspective, artworks portraying The Moon from space offer awe-inspiring views that showcase both beauty and isolation simultaneously. These ethereal representations remind us how small yet significant our place is within the vastness of outer space. Venturing even further into uncharted territory, we encounter the mysterious Far side of the Moon - forever hidden from Earthly view until recent explorations unveiled its secrets. Through artistic renderings and scientific endeavors alike, selenologists strive to uncover every facet and intricacy surrounding this cosmic neighbor. Selenology invites us on an extraordinary expedition where science meets artistry; where ancient maps meet modern technology; where humans reach beyond their earthly confines to grasp what lies beyond our atmosphere. This captivating field continues to inspire curiosity about our closest celestial companion while pushing boundaries towards unlocking more profound insights about our universe.