Space Shuttle Columbia - SOLD 2.314" Flown Nose Landing Gear Tire Section nwa869 in the Carboniferous period

in the Carboniferous period

It’s that thing that’s all around us and has been for over 13 billion years

The lower section of the matrix appears to contain an Alethopteris fossil as well

and La Brea Tar Pits specimens for a discounted price

we had to begin by separating forams from actual sand and tiny bits of debris

Space Shuttle Columbia - SOLD 2.314" Flown Nose Landing Gear Tire Section nwa869 in the Carboniferous periodThis specimen is a 2. 314" mission flown nose landing gear tire fragment from the Space Shuttle Columbia (OV 102). Serial number verification against public information indicates the tire was removed from service after Columbia's 13th mission (STS 52). A certificate of authenticity and informational photocard is included with this item. Note: This specimen was acquired at auction after decommissioning. The original scrap tags and documentation remain