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This Alan Shepard commemorative medal was designed by the Italian sculptor, Constantino Affer. As part of the Project Mercury program, Alan Shepard was the first American to fly in space on May 25, 1961. His suborbital flight in the Freedom 7 capsule lasted just over 15 minutes.

Space medal collector Thomas Becker donated this medal to the National Collection in 1972.

 Display Status

This object is on display in James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

James S. McDonnell Space Hangar
Object Details
Country of Origin Italy Type MEMORABILIA-Events Designer Constantino Affer
 Dimensions 3-D: 4.4cm (1 3/4 in.)
 Materials Bronze with silver coating.
 Inventory Number A19731535000 Credit Line Gift of Thomas Becker Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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