The eagerly awaited design of the medals to be worn by the most successful athletes at this summer's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow has been revealed.
The intricate looking prizes were unveiled at the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum last night during event which demonstrated the medal procession ceremony.
Designed by jeweller Jonathan Boyd, who worked with specialists at Glasgow School of Art, the handmade medals weigh 100g and are made from silver gilt for the gold, silver and bronze.
Former Commonwealth gold medallist Iwan Thomas hosted the event, which also featured Scotland's most decorated athlete, Allan Wells MBE, and aspiring future star Joseph Amouzou, 18, who attends the Glasgow School of Sport.
Amouzou is the reigning under-20 indoor triple jump champion and hopes to compete in future Games.
Chairman of Glasgow 2014 Lord Smith of Kelvin said: "These medals are the coveted prize that all the athletes coming to compete at the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games have in their sights - the ultimate reward for all those years of toil, training and dedication.
"Our medals are unlike any I have seen before and are a unique representation of the stunning, contemporary vision of Scotland that will be beamed around the world. With just 100 days to go until the opening ceremony, the stage is now well and truly set for an outstanding XX Commonwealth Games."
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