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NASA’s Curiosity rover captured a rare night photo of Mars using its white LEDs with Mastcam (and MAHLI illumination) to light a drill hole nicknamed Nevado Sajama; taken on sol 4740, the image showcases color accuracy under dim Martian lighting and involved long exposure settings.
NASA's Curiosity Rover on Mars carries a 1909 Lincoln penny as part of its MAHLI instrument's calibration target, serving as a size reference for close-up photos of rocks and soil. The penny, chosen for its historical significance, has weathered the harsh Martian conditions, reflecting the rover's journey. Additionally, a cartoon figure and pigmented silicone on the calibration target aid in three-dimensional calibration and color analysis. Despite its dusty appearance, the penny remains legible, symbolizing the rover's ongoing mission to uncover Mars' past habitability for microbial life.