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Cosmonautics Day Stamp
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Cosmonautics Day Stamp
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Cosmonautics Day Stamp

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.711619.1
Object Type Stamp, Postage
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 1963
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 7/8 in x W 2 1/4 in (5.7 cm x 2.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical Description1963 Soviet Union "Cosmonautics Day" stamp with the value of 10K. The image depicts the satellite Sputnik with a red star on its body orbiting the Earth with several smaller ships orbiting in blue.
Inscriptions and MarkingsTranslation of text on stamp: Cosmonautics Day
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library. The Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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