Spider-Man Photopolymer Hologram

This vintage hologram available on this 1995 comic book:

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Spider-Man Photopolymer Hologram: this amazing hologram features Spider-Man and his alter ego Peter Parker (Scott Leva) in 3D animation, from the cover of classic comic book released in 1995. The 3D image by comes to life by rotating the card to reveal an animated 360 degree view. Unlike photographs, holograms are recordings of the interference pattern of light waves, and this encoded information is stored in a layer thinner than a sheet of paper. 

Double Hologram 

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Double Hologram: encoded in a film of photopolymer hundred times thinner than a piece of paper the golden mask of King Tut is rendered in stunning 3D- and when viewed from behind three pyramids appear to pop from the surface. This vintage hologram contains two images within the very thin photopolymer layer on glass where some of the edge of polymer has been damaged. Unlike photographs, holograms are recordings of the interference pattern of light waves. This interference pattern can encode 3D images which are revealed by illumination by a point source of light and viewing from an appropriate angle. This glass medallion is a new and unique addition to my collection of holography.

Microscope & Microchip Hologram

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Microscope & Microchip Hologram: This photopolymer hologram is so realistic one can look through the eyepiece! Perhaps the most impressive hologram ever made- with the right placement of a point light source the microscope in this vintage 1984 hologram looks as though it extends into the room tens of centimeters from the surface with stunning detail. More, with careful positioning of the eye, one can see the magnified image of microchips on a PCB. I obtained this amazing piece directly from the artist: Walter Spierings of Dutch Holographic Laboratory BV. Unlike photographs, holograms are recordings of the interference pattern of light waves. This interference pattern can encode 3D images which are revealed by illumination by a point source of light and viewing from an appropriate angle.


Skybox Photopolymer 360 degree Hologram

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Skybox 360° Photopolymer Hologram: an amazing demonstration of holography- Batman from the Saga of the Dark Knight card series 1994. The 3D image by Skybox International comes to life by rotating the card to reveal an animated 360 degree view. Unlike photographs, holograms are recordings of the interference pattern of light waves, and this encoded information is stored in a layer thinner than a sheet of paper. Here the interference pattern encodes a moving 3D image which is then reanimated by illumination with a point source of light, and viewing from an appropriate angle. Looks even more stunning in person! 

Vintage Hologram Glasses

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Spooky Hologram Eyeball Glasses: this pair of vintage novelty Halloween spectacles feature true photopolymer holograms which create some of the best 3D images- these spherical eyeballs look as though they are hovering right behind each lens! Unlike photographs, holograms are recordings of the interference pattern of light waves, and incredibly what you see is created by information encoded in a layer thinner than a piece of paper. 


Microscope Hologram

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Microscope Hologram: This photopolymer hologram is so realistic one can look through the eyepiece! Using a halogen bulb as a point light source the microscope in this vintage 1980s hologram pops from the page with stunning detail- and with the eye positioned just right one can see the magnified image of a small insect. Unlike photographs, holograms are recordings of the interference pattern of light waves. This interference pattern can encode 3D images which are revealed by illumination by a point source of light and viewing from an appropriate angle. Perhaps the most amazing hologram in my collection.

Magnifying Glass Hologram

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Magnifying Glass Hologram: this photopolymer hologram is so realistic one can look at the circuit board through, or around, the lens in this 1980s reflective hologram. Unlike photographs, holograms are recordings of the interference pattern of light waves, and incredibly what you see is created by information encoded in a layer thinner than a piece of paper! This interference pattern can encode the entire 3D light field, which can present the original object in amazing detail, including how the light was bending through a lens, when illumination by a point source of light and viewed from an appropriate angle. A favorite hologram in my collection.

360° Animated Spinning Hologram

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360° Animated Spinning Hologram: this 3D running horse animation is a prototype of the vDisk toy which features a photopolymer type reflective hologram, which interestingly, is computer rendered and digitally produced. Unlike photographs, holograms are recordings of the interference pattern of light waves, and amazingly all the information needed to create a moving 3D image is encoded in a layer thinner than a piece of paper, and the image is revealed by simply illuminating the hologram by a point source of light. Many thanks to Tim Rowett of Grand Illusions Ltd. for sending me this astonishing example of holographic animation!