Things on my desk: Part 1

[nanila]

It occurred to me recently that a decade or so of working in and around space science has allowed me to amass an interesting collection of swag. The swag lives in, on and around my desk, depending on size, current relevance and preciousness.

One item that rocketed to the top of the list (and thus currently holds pride of place) was a gift I received at the end of my service at Space Camp in Austria in July. It is a piece of Genuine Space Rock. Observe its Certificate of Authenticity, which is lent additional gravitas (at least to me) by virtue of being in German.


[Image of Asteroid belt detritus]

Next time: pin badges galore!

Comments

[hilarita]

Since I've only been working in astronomy since May, all I've accrued is a mug. I now have custody of the collection of mugs, last year's calendars, and the Aperture Array Verification Programme Brochure, since we are without an administrator to be custodian of these thrilling items...

[nanila]

I inherited some of my swag too. It's a satisfying way to start off a collection!