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Diamant was a French rocket whose maiden launch took place o…
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Diamant was a French rocket whose maiden launch took place o…
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Estimate €610 - €800
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Description
Diamant was a French rocket whose maiden launch took place on 26 November 1965 from the Hammaguir base (Algeria). Diamant placed the first French satellite, Astérix, into orbit, making France the world’s third-largest space power.
A piece of thermal insulation panel from the first stage of the first Diamant B rocket (52 cm x 28 cm) that broke away during the launch on 10 March 1970 from Kourou, French Guiana.
France – Diamant and Ariane rockets
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About the sale
SPACE EXPLORATION AND AERONAUTICS: NASA photos, models, documents, etc.
Auction location
Auction time
07/09/2026 at 6:00 PM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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