Official Mercury program design highlights key historical milestones for authenticity
Durable polyester material ensures long-lasting use on garments or crafts
Geometric and symbolic shapes incorporate NASA and space exploration motifs
Three-inch diameter suitable for a variety of embellishment projects
Solid color options in blue, red, and white for versatile application
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Project Mercury, named for the Roman god Mercury, the swift messenger of the gods, was the first human spaceflight program of the newly created space agency NASA, and laid the foundation for Project Gemini and the Apollo moon landing program. As the beginning of the “space race,” Project Mercury ran from 1959 through 1963 with the goal of