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SOVIET FIRST DAY COVER, Launch Rocket into S[pace-1960 $35.00 This is a First Day Cover commemorate successful launch ballistic rocket in June of 1960. The rocket had weight of 100 kg (220 lb) and was launched to 208 km high (130 mi). The launch of this rocket was a preparation to send the First Person in space. The first person in space was Yuri Gagarin. Gagarin launched into space on April 12, 1961. The First Day Cover was canceled on July 10, 1960 at Minsk (Belarus) Main Post Office. Size 6.25 x 4.25 inches. Extremely Rare.                   |