America in Space - Transit

€1.00
LocationUnited States
Year1973
TypeCollection medallion
CompositionBronze
Weight24.4 g
Diameter38.80 mm
Thickness2.65 mm
ShapeRound
TechniqueMilled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
EdgeSegmented reeding with inscription
Period
NoticeClayton Blaker
Reference(s) Franklin#AIS-34
Obverse description
Obverse letteringLARGEST SATELLITE EQUIPPED WITH DISCOS cb TRANSIT
Obverse scriptLatin
Reverse description
Reverse letteringSEPTEMBER 2, 1972. DISCOS (Disturbance Compensation System) counteracts forces which alter a satellite`s orbit, making it an accurate, world-wide navigational aid. FM
Reverse scriptLatin
Engraver(FM)
Franklin Mint (The Franklin
Mint), Wawa, Pennsylvania, United States (1964-2003)
Mintage1973 FM - Proof - 2 970
Catalog ID3171003630
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