Original AP Wire Photo dated October 17, 1947, showing Marcus H. Brown inspecting the completed 200-inch telescope mirror at the California Institute of Technology optical shop in Pasadena. The mirror rests in its special transport cradle, ready for shipment to Mount Palomar Observatory near San Diego. The polishing rack appears at left. Separate original caption included. Photo measures 8⅛x6⅜ inches. From the archive of a Pittsburgh-area newspaper. Visible condition includes tape on the corners, surface scratches, small spots of emulsion loss and edge wear. The caption has yellowed tape, creasing and age discoloration. Please examine photos for condition.
