PULL · 29 AUG 2003

This was
your sky.

The Mineral Moon

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COSMIC MESSAGE

This mosaic of 53 images, taken by the Galileo spacecraft in 1992, shows our Moon in exaggerated false colors. Galileo captured these images through three spectral filters. The colors highlight subtle differences in reflected light, helping scientists explore the composition and mineral content of the lunar surface.

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UNCOMMON
The Mineral Moon
2003-08-29 · ♍
SKYBORN
The Mineral Moon
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BORN 8339 days ago
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Move your cursor across the card to tilt it. Holographic foil ripples through the edges and surface as you go.

ZODIAC CONTEXT
VIRGO

In tropical astrology, 29 AUG 2003 falls under Virgo (♍). The sign's window runs from 08-23 through 09-22. Virgo is the largest zodiac constellation, holding the heart of the Virgo galaxy cluster. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 29 AUG 2003.

THE ALMANAC FOR 29 AUG 2003
DAY
Friday
MOON
Waxing crescent, 4% lit
POSITION
Day 241 of 365