Object Details
Designer
Constantino Affer
Summary
This Apollo 7 commemorative medal was designed by the Italian sculptor, Constantino Affer. The Apollo 7 mission was launched on October 11, 1968, and returned to earth nine days later. As the first human flight of the Apollo spacecraft, Apollo 7 remained in earth orbit during the entire mission. Walter Schirra, Jr., Donn Eisele, and Walter Cunningham were the three astronauts.
Space medal collector Thomas Becker donated this medal to the Museum in 1972.
Credit Line
Gift of Thomas Becker
Inventory Number
A19731509000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MEMORABILIA-Events
Materials
Silver
Dimensions
3-D: 5.1cm (2 in.)
Country of Origin
Italy
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Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Hangar
James S. McDonnell Space Hangar
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19731509000