Russia First Soviet Sputnik in Space stamp 1962 A-11

Description

View Russia First Soviet Sputnik in Space stamp 1962 A-11 with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The first of these, Sputnik 1, launched the first human-made object to orbit the Earth. Good rare stamp.  The Sputnik program, which is translated as 'companion' or 'satellite', is the commonly known name of a group of various robotic spacecraft missions launched by the Soviet Union. The first of these, Sputnik 1, launched the first human-made object to orbit the Earth. That launch took place on October 4, 1957 as part of the International Geophysical Year and demonstrated the viability of using artificial satellites to explore the upper atmosphere. The Russian word sputnik literally means "co-traveler," "traveling companion," or "satellite." The satellite's R-7 launch vehicle was designed initially to carry nuclear warheads. Category: Stamps › Topical Stamps › Space.

Quality

Used

Grade

Superb

Topic

Space

Certification

Genuine

Country of Origin

Russian Federation