The 1988 America In Space Gold Silver Bronze 3 Coin Commemorative Set (also known as the Young Astronauts National Medal Set) is a highly collectible, officially sanctioned release struck by the U.S. Mint at Philadelphia.

Set is also listed online locally in Brick NJ 08723

This set is in excellent vintage condition with the coins having never been removed from the plastic coin protectors. The white cardboard outer box is not pristine, but has no tears or rips.

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Designed by Mint sculptor-engraver Chester Y. Martin, it commemorates the Young Astronauts Program and America's historic achievements in space flight.
The three medals are individually protected within plastic capsules and housed together inside a deluxe blue velvet presentation display case alongside an official Certificate of Authenticity (COA). Each piece features a distinct composition and design.

Gold Medal: Struck in 90% modern gold, containing 0.2419 oz of pure gold, or approximately 0.25 oz total coin weight of 90% gold (This weight matches the gold content found in U.S. $5 Half Eagle pre-1933 gold coins such as the Liberty or Indian Head, and the $5 U.S. Mint Gold Commemoratives). The obverse displays a Space Shuttle soaring in flight.

Silver Medal: Struck in 90% silver, containing 0.7734 oz of pure silver (total weight up to 0.943 oz). The obverse depicts an astronaut saluting the American flag on the moon's surface.

Bronze Medal: Struck in a traditional bronze composition (90% copper / 10% zinc) weighing approximately 25 grams. The obverse displays an upward-bound Space Shuttle.

Shared Reverse: All three medals share a uniform reverse design showcasing a spread bald eagle perched gracefully atop the official Young Astronauts program emblem.