Visor Collection

Stirling Moss became the first Englishman to win the 1000 mile road race
25 year old Stirling Moss of Great Britain yesterday became the first Englishman to win the 1000 mile road race, Mille Miglia

APOLLO 11: BUZZ ALDRIN. Astronaut Edwin Buzz Aldrin standing on moon. Neil Armstrong and Eagle reflected in his visor
APOLLO 11: BUZZ ALDRIN. Astronaut Edwin Buzz Aldrin standing on moon. Armstrong and Eagle reflected in his visor, 20 July 1969

Return to Flight spacewalk. Astronaut Soichi Noglichi (from Japans space agency) waving for the camera. Astronaut Steve Robinson is seen taking the picture reflected in the visor

Austria
Tourism poster for Austria, with a skier in a sun visor against a backdrop of winter mountains

The Knight, Death and the Devil, 1513 (etching)
BEN208710 The Knight, Death and the Devil, 1513 (etching) by DAOErer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 19x24.5 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: The Christian knight)

1968 Dutch GP
CIRCUIT ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 23: Helen Stewart kisses her husband, Jackie, after his win. Jackie's visor is held up as his broken wrist is in a cast during the Dutch GP at Circuit

Welder making boilers for a ship, Combustion Engineering Co. Chattanooga, Tenn. 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
Welder making boilers for a ship, Combustion Engineering Co. Chattanooga, Tenn

Medieval Arms And Armor
Engraving shows two examples of medieval armor, on the left is a specimen from the late 13th and early 14th Century as depicted on the arms of Hugh of Chatillon which includes a broigne

Sir John Smithes armour, 1585 (pen, ink and watercolour on paper)
3744587 Sir John Smithes armour, 1585 (pen, ink and watercolour on paper) by Halder, Jacobe (fl.c.1589); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Oxy-acetylene welding
MODEL RELEASED. Oxy-acetylene welding. Worker in heavy heat-resistant protective clothing holding oxy-acetylene welding equipment

Jackal 2s and a Coyote vehicle of A Squadron The Light Dragoons
Pictured on a desert track are three Jackal 2s and a Coyote vehicle of A Squadron The Light Dragoons during training Exercise Jebel Sahara with elements of The Queens Own Yeomanry

1968 Dutch GP
CIRCUIT ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 23: Helen Stewart kisses her husband, Jackie, after his win. Jackie's visor is held up as his broken wrist is in a cast during the Dutch GP at Circuit

1968 Dutch GP
CIRCUIT ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 23: Helen Stewart kisses her husband, Jackie, after his win. Jackie's visor is held up as his broken wrist is in a cast during the Dutch GP at Circuit

1968 Dutch GP
CIRCUIT ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 23: Helen Stewart kisses her husband, Jackie, after his win. Jackie's visor is held up as his broken wrist is in a cast during the Dutch GP at Circuit

2007 French GP
CIRCUIT DE NEVERS MAGNY-COURS, FRANCE - JULY 01: Kimi Raikkonen, Ferrari F2007 reflected in the safety helmet of the pit crew during the French GP at Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours on July 01

1976 Japanese GP
FUJI INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY, JAPAN - OCTOBER 24: Niki Lauda, Ferrari 312T2 during the Japanese GP at Fuji International Speedway on October 24, 1976 in Fuji International Speedway, Japan

1976 USA-West GP
STREETS OF LONG BEACH, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - MARCH 28: James Hunt during the USA-West GP at Streets of Long Beach on March 28, 1976 in Streets of Long Beach, United States of America

1968 Dutch GP
CIRCUIT ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 23: Helen Stewart kisses her husband, Jackie, after his win. Jackie's visor is held up as his broken wrist is in a cast during the Dutch GP at Circuit

1968 Dutch GP
CIRCUIT ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 23: Helen Stewart kisses her husband, Jackie, after his win. Jackie's visor is held up as his broken wrist is in a cast during the Dutch GP at Circuit

Renault R27 Launch
Helmet of Ricardo Zonta (BRA) Renault Test Driver. Renault R27 Launch, The Factory, Amsterdam, Holland, 24 January 2007. DIGITAL IMAGE

1968 Dutch GP
CIRCUIT ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 23: Helen Stewart kisses her husband, Jackie, after his win. Jackie's visor is held up as his broken wrist is in a cast during the Dutch GP at Circuit

1968 Dutch GP
CIRCUIT ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 23: Helen Stewart kisses her husband, Jackie, after his win. Jackie's visor is held up as his broken wrist is in a cast during the Dutch GP at Circuit

2016 MotoGP Championship. French Grand Prix. Le Mans, France. 6th - 8th May 2016. Maverick Vinales prepares to board his Suzuki. Ref: _W5_3206a. World copyright: Kevin Wood/LAT Photographic

1976 USA-West GP
STREETS OF LONG BEACH, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - MARCH 28: James Hunt during the USA-West GP at Streets of Long Beach on March 28, 1976 in Streets of Long Beach, United States of America

1971 Monza 1000 kms
AUTODROMO NAZIONALE MONZA, ITALY - APRIL 25: Clay Regazzoni of Switzerland sits aboard the Spa Ferrari SEFAC, Ferrari 312 PB 0878 in the pitlane during the Monza 1000 kms at Autodromo Nazionale Monza

1984 Belgian GP
ZOLDER, BELGIUM - APRIL 29: Derek Warwick, Renault RE50, sits in his cockpit with the visor raised, as mechanics lift the rear bodywork during the Belgian GP at Zolder on April 29, 1984 in Zolder

Grand Prix 1939: Belgian GP
CIRCUIT DE SPA FRANCORCHAMPS, BELGIUM - JUNE 25: Rudolf Caracciola sits in his Mercedes-Benz W154 on the grid during the Belgian GP at Circuit de Spa Francorchamps on June 25

1974 Spanish Grand Prix. Jarama, Madrid, Spain. 26-28th April 1974. Denny Hulme, McLaren M23 Ford. Ref: 74ESP18. World Copyright: LAT Photographic

F1, Formula 1, Formula One, Grand Prix, Gp, Sgp, Portrait, Cockpit, Helmet, Visor
Marina Bay Circuit, Marina Bay, Singapore. Saturday 17 September 2016. Valtteri Bottas, Williams FW38 Mercedes. World Copyright: Andrew Ferraro/LAT Photographic ref: Digital Image _V2I9664

Formula One World Championship
The helmet of Scott Speed (USA) Scuderia Toro Rosso. Formula One World Championship, Rd 1, Australian Grand Prix, Preparations, Albert Park, Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday 14 March 2007

Formula One World Championship
The helmet of Nick Heidfeld (GER) BMW Sauber F1. Formula One World Championship, Rd 1, Australian Grand Prix, Preparations, Albert Park, Melbourne, Australia, Thursday 15 March 2007. DIGITAL IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
The helmet of Sebastian Vettel (GER) BMW Sauber Test Driver. Formula One World Championship, Rd 1, Australian Grand Prix, Preparations, Albert Park, Melbourne, Australia, Thursday 15 March 2007

BMW Sauber F1.07 First Run
Helmet of Robert Kubica (POL) BMW Sauber F1, side view. BMW Sauber F1.07 First Run, Valencia, Spain, 16 January 2007. DIGITAL IMAGE

1974 Belgian GP
NIVELLES-BAULERS, BELGIUM - MAY 12: Mike Hailwood, McLaren M23 Ford, has his visor cleaned during the Belgian GP at Nivelles-Baulers on Sunday May 12, 1974, Belgium. (Photo by Rainer Schlegelmilch)

2020 Austrian GP
JULY 03: Toto Wolff, Executive Director (Business), Mercedes AMG during the Austrian GP on Friday July 03, 2020. (Photo by Steve Etherington / LAT Images)

1965 French GP
CIRCUIT DE CHARADE, FRANCE - JUNE 27: Graham Hill during the French GP at Circuit de Charade on June 27, 1965 in Circuit de Charade, France. (Photo by Rainer Schlegelmilch)

1969 Canadian Grand Prix. Mosport, Canada. 18-20th September 1969. Bill Brack, BRM P138. Ref: 69CAN20. World Copyright: LAT Photographic

1968 Dutch GP
CIRCUIT ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 23: Helen Stewart kisses her husband, Jackie, after his win. Jackie's visor is held up as his broken wrist is in a cast during the Dutch GP at Circuit

Formula 1 1963: Snetterton Lombank Trophy
SNETTERTON, UNITED KINGDOM - MARCH 30: Jim Hall during the Snetterton Lombank Trophy at Snetterton on Saturday March 30, 1963 in Norwich, United Kingdom. (Photo by David Phipps / Sutton Images)

1976 USA-West GP
STREETS OF LONG BEACH, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - MARCH 28: James Hunt during the USA-West GP at Streets of Long Beach on March 28, 1976 in Streets of Long Beach, United States of America

1968 British GP
BRANDS HATCH, UNITED KINGDOM - JULY 20: Jean-Pierre Beltoise, Matra MS11, waits on the grid with his mechanics, one holding a visor during the British GP at Brands Hatch on July 20

1969 Canadian Grand Prix. Mosport, Canada. 18-20th September 1969. Johnny Servoz-Gavin, Matra MS84 Ford. Ref: 69CAN09. World Copyright: LAT Photographic

1931 LCC Relay GP
BROOKLANDS, UNITED KINGDOM - JULY 25: Brooklands during the LCC Relay GP at Brooklands on July 25, 1931 in Brooklands, United Kingdom. (Photo by LAT Images)

1976 USA-West GP
STREETS OF LONG BEACH, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - MARCH 28: James Hunt during the USA-West GP at Streets of Long Beach on March 28, 1976 in Streets of Long Beach, United States of America

Buzz Aldrin on the Moon, Apollo II mission, July 1969. Creator: Neil Armstrong
Buzz Aldrin on the Moon, Apollo II mission, July 1969. Reflected in Aldrins visor are Neil Armstrong taking the photograph, the US flag, and the Eagle

F1, Formula 1, Formula One, Hemet, Visor, Portrait”
Silverstone, Northamptonshire, UK Saturday 09 July 2016. Jenson Button, McLaren. World Copyright: Steven Tee/LAT Photographic ref: Digital Image _X0W5139

Grand Prix 1939: Belgian GP
CIRCUIT DE SPA FRANCORCHAMPS, BELGIUM - JUNE 25: Tazio Nuvolari during the Belgian GP at Circuit de Spa Francorchamps on June 25, 1939 in Circuit de Spa Francorchamps, Belgium. (Photo by LAT Images)

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"Reflecting History: The Visor's Journey Through Time" From the iconic Apollo 11 mission to medieval knights and beyond, the visor has played a significant role in various aspects of our world. In Buzz Aldrin's historic moonwalk on July 20, 1969, his visor captured an awe-inspiring reflection of Neil Armstrong and the Eagle lunar module. This image forever etched in our minds symbolizes humanity's triumphs in space exploration. But the visor's significance extends far beyond space travel. It takes us back to medieval times when knights donned their armor for battle. Engravings like "The Knight, Death and the Devil" from 1513 depict these brave warriors wearing helmets with protective visors as they faced adversity fearlessly. Fast forward to more recent history, where soldiers without guns relied on their trusty helmets with visors during World War II. A color lithograph from that era showcases their resilience amidst chaos. Not limited to warfare alone, the it also finds its place in craftsmanship and protection. Oxy-acetylene welding relies on this essential tool for safety while working with intense heat and sparks. Nature too experiences its own battles against parasites like the Varroa mite that plague beehives worldwide due to climate change impacts. A damaged beehive in Cockermouth serves as a stark reminder of how even insects need protection through specialized equipment such as beekeeper veils with sturdy meshed visors. Art enthusiasts appreciate historical engravings showcasing exquisite headgear like Spanish sallets or Italian Sallets crafted by renowned schools such as Missaglia around 1500 AD. These intricate designs highlight not only functionality but also artistic expression within armor-making traditions. As we explore different eras and contexts where this humble yet vital piece of equipment appears, it becomes clear that the visor is more than just a practical accessory; it embodies human ingenuity, protection, and the relentless pursuit of progress.