The Diamond Ring
The moment that the photosphere begins to reappear marks the end of totality. I've captured what is known as the "Diamond Ring" effect - the little sliver of photosphere looks like a diamond perched on the ring formed by the solar corona.
This image is from the presentation "The Great American Eclipse Trip".

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