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.
Display Status
This object is on display in James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Object Details
Country of Origin
Italy
Type
MEMORABILIA-Events
Designer
Constantino Affer
Dimensions
3-D: 5.1cm (2 in.)
Materials
Silver
Inventory Number
A19731509000
Credit Line
Gift of Thomas Becker
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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