Aluminum Space Stamps - Russia 1965 Set of 2

More than 60 years ago, at the height of the Space Race between the United States and the USSR, these striking Russian issues commemorated National Cosmonauts’ Day — observed each April 12 to mark Yuri Gagarin’s historic first flight into space.

Printed on shimmering aluminum foil, the engraved design produces a dramatic, almost three-dimensional effect unlike traditional paper stamps. A fascinating Cold War space collectible. (Russia #3022-23 used)