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Valentina Tereshkova autographed Soviet First Day postal cover commemorating the 20th anniversary of her historic spaceflight aboard Vostok 6. The cover features a Soviet postage stamp depicting Tereshkova in her cosmonaut helmet alongside a special commemorative cancellation dated June 16, 1983, from Star City. Tereshkova has boldly signed the cover in blue ink across the lower center.

Fine condition.

Valentina Tereshkova (born 1937) became the first woman in space on June 16, 1963, when she launched aboard Vostok 6 and orbited Earth 48 times during her nearly three-day mission. Her pioneering achievement marked a major milestone in both the Soviet space program and the history of human spaceflight. Tereshkova remains one of the most celebrated figures of the Space Race and an enduring symbol of women’s accomplishments in science and exploration.

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Includes a full letter of authenticity from JG Autographs, Inc.

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Reference sku: 11442 1415505-1