Description: You are buying a new/unused space program insignia patch (measures 4 1/8" in diameter with a plastic heat seal on the reverse side) from the International Space Station or "ISS." This patch was produced in 2016 and features the ISS in the center in low orbit over Earth. Embroidered in yellow just below the ISS are the words "INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION." There are five white stars above the ISS representing the five international space agencies and around the patch are the national flags of the 15 participating countries (see description below). This is a very detailed and quality made patch! The International Space Station (ISS) "The ISS is the largest modular space station in low Earth orbit. The project involves five space agencies: the United States' National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA), Russia's Roscosmos, Japan's Aerspace Exploration Agency (JAXA), Europe's Space Agency (ESA), and Canada's Space Agency (CSA). The ownership and use of the space station is established by intergovernmental treaties and agreements. The station serves as a microgravity and space environment research laboratory in which scientific research is conducted in astrobiology, astronomy, meteorology, physics and other fields. The ISS is suited for testing the spacecraft systems and equipment required for possible future long-duration missions to the Moon and Mars. Participating countries in the ISS program includes:Brazil (1997-2007) CanadaBelgiumDenmarkFranceGermanyItalyNetherlandsNorwaySpainSwedenSwitzerlandUnited KingdomJapanUnited States RussiaThe ISS was originally intended to be a laboratory, observatory, and factory while providing transportation, maintenance, and a low Earth orbit staging base for possible future missions to the Moon, Mars, and asteroids. However, not all of the uses envisioned in the initial memorandum of understanding (MOA) between NASA and Roscosmos have been realized. In the 2010 U.S. National Space Policy, the ISS was given additional roles of serving commercial, diplomatic, and educational purposes." A great patch to have for your International Space Station (ISS), U.S. National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA), Russia's Roscosmos, Japan's Aerspace Exploration Agency (JAXA), Europe's Space Agency (ESA), Canada's Space Agency (CSA) or international space program collection!Lucky buyer agrees to pay upon purchase and will receive FREE shipping within the U.S. only. Please check my other listings for great patches. Thank you!
Price: 14.99 USD
Location: Badger State
End Time: 2024-03-17T08:03:50.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: NASA Patch
Year: 2010
Space Program: NASA Program
Theme: Astronauts & Space Travel
Country/Region of Manufacture: Taiwan
