Spacecraft need the massive power of rockets to launch them into space. Rockets work by burning huge amounts of fuel and the fast expulsion of exhaust gasses push the spacecraft into space. Rockets are usually divided into 3 stages. The first stage lifts the vehicle into the atmosphere. Once the fuel in this rocket has been used it falls to Earth. The second stage reaches a higher speed and when empty also falls to earth. The final stage propels the spacecraft into orbit or further into space.

This rocket pendant is made from lead-free pewter and is supplied on a waxed cord. The information card is full colour on the front and has information on the reverse.