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The Paris 2024 Olympic gold medal by Chaumet. Photo: LVMH Instagram
The Paris 2024 Olympic gold medal by Chaumet. Photo: LVMH Instagram
The evolution of Olympic medal design over the years
From crowns woven of olive leaves to those made of solid gold, Olympians have been rewarded in a variety of ways