Soviet Russian Space Program Commemorative TableMedal Celebrating 80th Anniversary of Mikhail Yangel Rocket Engine FuelDesigner 1991 Issue
This is 100% ORIGINAL late Soviet era table medal, not areplica or post-Soviet reproduction!
In bronze-plated aluminum, 62 mm wide. The obverse shows aprofile portrait of the Mikhail Yangel in high 3D relief. The lettering alongthe left side of the edge reads “Academician M.K. Yangel” followed by his yearsof life, 1911-1971.
The obverse features symbols of space exploration. Thelarge lettering in high relief reads “Creator of Rocket Space Technology”. Thecursive lettering below reads “for the 80th birth anniversary”.
In very good condition. Very slight scratch marks to the obverseand the rim are not detractive. The reverse is in excellent condition showingalmost no age wear whatsoever.
This medal is an important addition to a collector’s spaceexploration memorabilia because it highlights vital minds behind the glamor andfame of actual cosmonauts, those who made their flights possible.
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