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This object is on display in Hangar Overlook at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

Hangar Overlook
Object Details
Date 1823 Type MEMORABILIA Physical Description Coin commemorating Isaac Earlysman Sparrow's June 23, 1823 balloon flight with Charles Green. Sparrow was an Ironmonger from Bishopsgate, London who had an interest in balloons. He paid Green 50 shillings sterling to accompany him on a flight. Sparrow issued these coins to commemorate his experience. Sparrow's profile is on the front, with 'Isaac Earlysman / Sparrow' around the edge. Plain balloon on the reverse with 'Ironmonger Bishopsgate / London' around the edge. Very similar to A20140457000, but has slight differences. Dimensions Overall (Dia. x W): 2.4 × 0.2cm (15/16 × 1/16 in.)
 Materials Copper
 Inventory Number A20140540000 Credit Line Gift of the Norfolk Charitable Trust Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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