Each medal is hand made by a master craftsmen with utmost care. These works of art are produced in the manner used during the Middle Ages. They start by hand stamping the medal into a solid disk of prime bronze. This allows for the crisp detail found in these medals. Next, each medal is triple plated with sterling silver. This durable and thick plating gives it a life time warranty and allows for one even to engrave on them. The craftsmen finishes each piece by applying antiquing compound and then slowly polishing them until a soft patina is produced.