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  Mare Orientale  



It's rare to see all of Mare Orientale. But on this night the libration was strong enough that the whole central part of it could be seen framed by the mountains on the far side. The far northwestern parts of Lacus Veris are also clearly seen here.

11/16/03 2:43:37 AM
Canon EOS 10D
Meade 12" LX200 prime focus (3000mm)
f/10   1/50 sec   ISO 100


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