1966 Project Gemini VIII & X NASA Medals - Armstrong & Collins Space Mission

Description: This set of two highly collectible commemorative medals celebrates NASA's historic Project Gemini missions, Gemini VIII and Gemini X, both critical milestones in space exploration. These medals, struck by Spacecraft Medals Inc., are **silver-plated** and represent key moments in the Gemini space program. The **Gemini VIII** medal honors the **first-ever successful docking** between two spacecraft, performed on March 16, 1966, by astronauts **Neil Armstrong** and **David Scott**. The front of the medal depicts the Gemini capsule and Agena target vehicle during docking, with the reverse detailing the mission's technical achievements, including 7 Earth revolutions and 181,450 miles traveled. The **Gemini X** medal commemorates the mission led by **Michael Collins** and **John Young** on July 18, 1966, pushing the boundaries of space exploration with advanced rendezvous techniques and EVA (spacewalk) experiments. Both medals are in excellent condition and come from a well-preserved estate find. **Key Features:** - **Medals made by:** Spacecraft Medals Inc. - **Material:** Silver-plated - **Gemini VIII:** First successful spacecraft docking (Armstrong/Scott) - **Gemini X:** Key advancements in spacewalking and docking (Collins/Young) - **Condition:** Excellent vintage condition, carefully stored in protective holders - **Dimensions:** Approx. 1.5 inches in diameter These medals are a rare opportunity for space enthusiasts and collectors of NASA memorabilia to own pieces of space history from the critical Gemini program that set the stage for the Apollo moon landings. Combine shipping is available! Please notify us prior to purchasing multiple items within 2 days. Don't miss your chance to own these significant collectibles—perfect for any space or history collector looking to add rare pieces to their collection! *For reference, please see a similar listing on eBay [here](https://www.ebay.com/itm/135108805701?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=PyYTd2elSAa&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=E-ZZL6-jS7O&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY).*

Price: 35 USD

Location: San Antonio, Texas

End Time: 2024-11-14T19:43:14.000Z

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