Versatile 1962 Israel State Medal - Bronze - Shavit There Shall Come A Star Out Of Jacob - Numbers 24:17 - Science In The Service Of Peace - Meteorological Rocket Launch Flash Sale: 30% Off [eRYaHCKF]

Vintage Original 1962 Israel State Medal Bronze Shavit Science in the Name of Peace

On the 5th of July, 1961 Israel successfully launched a rocket for meteorological exploration, designed, built and launched by a team of Israeli scientists and technicians. Experts pointed out that its main achievement was to show Israel's capacity to manufacture the propellant fuel based exclusively upon locally available materials. The material was developed by the research branch of the Department of Defense. The official announcement stated that the rocket weighed a quarter of a ton, reached a height of 80 km, and was named "Shavit II".

Issue Name: Shavit

Series Name: Science

Measures Approx. 2-3/8" Diameter

Weighs Approx. 120g

Some Wear And Staining - Box In Good Vintage Condition With Weakening Corners And Tearing - Also Handwriting On Box

Reference:
The Holy Land Mint