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SPA Merchandise
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On this page you can DVDs, CDroms, soft goods and magazine binders. All prices on this page are valid for UK orders only.
For overseas orders, please email sales@popastro.com to ask about rates.
Please note, the SPA booklist has now moved HERE.
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eleven CD
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To commemorate one of Man's greatest achievements, why not take a musical journey to the
Moon and back with the CD "eleven" - a musical tribute to Apollo 11, composed by SPA
member Graham Smith. Sit back, relax and enjoy over fifty minutes of melodic electronic
instrumental music that also features clips from the mission's astronauts and ground
control.
The tracks follow the various stages of the mission that successfully landed on the Moon
in July 1969: Launch, 30 Miles High, Pioneers, Deep Space Separation, Descent,
Footprints, Magnificent Desolation, Beautiful Earth, Homeward, Re-entry, Parade.
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Price £7.99 includes P&P
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Moon and Tide Calendar
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This instrument has two uses and was inspired by similar devices made during the 17th and 18th
centuries. On one side is a lunar calendar giving the Moon's phase and age for any day of the
year. On the reverse is an instrument for determining the times of high and low tide by using
the relationship between the Moon's age and solar time.
Solid brass, 100mm diameter, with presentation box.
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Price £32.99 includes P&P
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Perpetual Calendar
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Since the invention of the calendar by the Babylonians nearly nine millennia ago, many other
versions have both come in to use and been abandoned (there are still about 40 different
calendars in use today). The calendar we use today was introduced during Pope Gregory XIII's
reign in 1582. A Perpetual Calendar is designed to allow the calculation of dates and
weekdays; this calendar starts at 1st January 1600 and ends at 31st December 2799.
Solid brass, 90mm diameter, with wooden stand and presentation box.
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Price £32.99 includes P&P
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Nocturnal Keyring
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The Nocturnal is an instrument developed in the 16th century for determining time at night. It uses
the Pole Star (Polaris) and either the ‘pointers’ of Ursa Major or the ‘guards’ of Ursa Minor. A
hand held instrument, it was often made of wood and was widely used on board ships. It was only
with the development of accurate mechanical clocks after about two hundred years that the Nocturnal
became less important.
This is a replica of an instrument dated 1570 and signed by Humphrey Cole, the original of which
can be seen in the British Museum.
Solid brass, 50mm diameter, length with keyring - 110mm, with presentation box.
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Price £21.99 includes P&P
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Astrolabe Keyring
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The Astrolabe is an historical astronomical instrument used by classical astronomers.
It was the chief navigational instrument until the invention of the compass and sextant. Its
many uses included locating and predicting positions of the Sun, Moon, Planets and Stars,
determining local time and longitude, surveying and triangulation. Even today the
Astrolabe clearly demonstrates the celestial mechanism and apparent movement of the stars.
Solid brass, 45mm diameter, length with keyring - 125mm, with presentation box.
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Price £22.99 includes P&P
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Pocket Universal Ring Sun Dial
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Made of solid brass and a delight to handle and use, this is a truly scientific instrument that has
parentage dating way back to the early measuring devices of the Greek and Roman Empires.
It has latitude rings with important cities indicated and monthly engravings. The instrument can also
be used as a model of the earth and as a compass that converts for either hemisphere.
With dimensions of 61mm diameter and 6mm thick, it folds flat when not in use and can sit in the palm
of your hand to tell you the time of day - becomes a terrific talking point when you produce it with
a flourish when asked for the time! Comes complete with presentation box.
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Price £24.99 includes P&P
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SPA Badge
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Wear the SPA Badge and let everyone know you are a member of the largest
astronomical society in the UK! Brass enamelled with gold plating, size
19mm.
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Price £1.50 includes P&P
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SPA Laser Pointer Pen
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At first glance this executive pen looks like a fine solid brass, twist-action
pen. Look closer and you’ll discover a push-button that activates a concealed
laser beam which can be used as a pointer when making presentations or at night
to send a signal to a distant point. The society’s name and web address is
engraved on the barrel. Black ink, medium point. The pen comes complete with a
black velveteen pouch.
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Price £4.99 includes P&P
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Cuggles Bear and Huggles Bear
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Cuggles Bear 8" tall with SPA T-Shirt.
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Price: £4.99
includes p&p
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Huggles Bear 5.5" tall with SPA T-shirt and removable keyring.
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Price: £2.99
includes p&p
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SPA Astro Notecards
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Space Musik DVD
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No narration - just relax with beautiful classical music (Holst, Grieg, Tchaikowsky and others) and the art of David A. Hardy, one of the world's leading space artists. Based on German TV's acclaimed 'Space-Night' programmes, but digitally re-edited and with much brand-new material. Truly 'Music of the Spheres!' Running time: 80 minutes. Priced at £9.99, this is excellent value for money.
Price: £9.99 includes P&P
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The Hubble Image Collection
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This CD-Rom contains over 1000 of the finest astronomical images, all acquired by the Hubble Space Telescope. There are galleries of Galaxies, Nebulae, and Solar System objects. Priced at £9.99, this is excellent value for money.
Price: £9.99 includes P&P
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Postcards of the solar system
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Everyone likes to pick up postcards from places they visit. Now you can buy a superb set of 16 postcards of the finest sights in the solar system. Buy a set for just £3.00 - use them to send to friends or keep them for yourself as souvenirs of your nights under the stars. Click here to view the full set of 16 cards.
Price: £3.00 includes P&P
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Eclipse DVD
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Perhaps the most dramatic spectacles of all, total solar eclipses have the power to attract people to the remotest parts of the globe. Even the sight of a partial eclipse, such as the one on 3 October, 2005, can amaze and delight millions.
Now the SPA have produced a DVD all about eclipses. Narrated by SPA President Monica Grady and including contributions from many eclipse experts such as Dr Francisco Diego, it explains why and when eclipses occur, how to observe them safely, how even ancient astronomers were able to predict them, and their importance in astronomy today.
Suitable for both home enjoyment and astronomical society meetings, the DVD is available for only £5.95. Order direct from this page using a credit or debit card!
Price: £5.95 includes P&P
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The SPA Astronomer's Pen Light
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Are you fed up with fiddling with a red torch in one hand while you record your observations with the other? Then here's the answer! The SPA PEN LIGHT has a built in red LED light which illuminates the tip of the pen to aid writing in dark places. The top half of the pen also comes off to function as an LED Flashlight!
The pen has a blue lacquer finish with the SPA name and logo embossed in gold, black ink with medium point. The pen comes complete with replaceable batteries and a free Presentation Box. At only £2.99, the SPA Pen Light makes an ideal Christmas stocking filler too!! Stocks are limited so hurry - why not buy a couple of extra spares!
Price: £2.99 includes P&P
New! Buy a refill set (cartridge plus battery) for £1.50.
Price: £1.50 includes P&P
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The SPA CD-Roms - Mars and Venus
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For information about our Mars CD-Rom, see here. For the Transit of Venus, see here.
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I wish to buy the Changing Views Of Mars CD-Rom.
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Price: £4.95 includes P&P.
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I wish to buy the Transit of Venus CD-Rom.
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Price: £4.95 includes P&P.
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You can also buy the CD-roms by post using this form
Remember, you must have the full version of Microsoft Powerpoint on your computer to view this CD-Rom. (Microsoft PowerPoint is available from leading computer retailers or by visiting the Microsoft website at www.microsoft.com)
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Popular Astronomy Binder
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Special binder in dark sky blue with gold foil.
Holds 12 issues of the magazine.
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Price: £6.00 includes P&P.
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The Astronomical Patrick Moore DVD
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With a little help from Sir Arthur C Clarke, Prof Richard Gregory, Dr Allan
Chapman, Prof Garry Hunt and two surviving producers from his 50 year reign,
Britain's last great television personality opens the door on his
extraordinary life from lift-off to TV icon of the Space Age and consultant
to both the Americans and Russians on their historic Moon missions. This is
the only DVD autobiography of the host of the world's longest running TV
programme. £10.99
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Price £10.99 includes P&P
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SPA Hand Warmer
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Here's the answer to having cold hands while observing in the winter months.
The 10cm diameter vinyl cushion is activated by flexing a small disc inside
the cushion, the liquid inside solidifies while releasing gentle warmth,
lasting for several minutes. To reuse the cushion simply boil it in water until
it goes back to being liquid and it's ready to warm you up, anytime,
anywhere.
Single hand warmer including P&P: £2.99
Twin-pack hand warmer including P&P: £5.50
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Space Shuttle Kit
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Made from strong high quality wood, the Wood Worx Space Shuttle Kit is easy
to assemble and finish. Everything needed to produce an amazing result is
included in the kit - 19 wooden pieces, 6 pots of paint, glue pot, sticker
sheet, brush, and step by step instructions.
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Price £6.99 includes P&P
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A Modern Guide to Planetary Imaging - DVD
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This new DVD is by the renowned planetary observer and astronomer, Damian
Peach. It provides a wealth of information on the challenging pursuit of
Planetary Imaging using modern CCD cameras. On this DVD you will learn:
Information on how to optimise your telescope for Planetary Imaging -
Information on modern CCD cameras and how to choose the best camera for you
- Detailed discussion on Astronomical Seeing and its effects - At the
computer, processing with Damian, giving a registax walkthrough - plus and
much more. Produced and directed by Robin Scagell, SPA VicePresident.
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Price £15.99 includes P&P
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