Get to know more about the Milano 2026 Paralympic medals

The official medals made with Italian craftsmanship showcases the strength in the duality of the Paralympics and Olympics.

Design Elements of the Medals

The front face of the medal is constructed from a combination of two uneven, mirroring semicircles. These symbolic planes represent a myriad of dualities. The medal conveys the hard work and spirit behind the Games in the two cities, Milano and Cortina.

First and foremost, the two angled halves represent the Paralympic and Olympic values, merging perfectly in the middle of the medal where the Agitos is featured.

The slope of either side is representative of the Para athlete’s journey and those who supported it.

Overall, the simplicity of the medal and the meanings of each half cumulate a grander meaning, the concept of two worlds merging. The spirit of the Paralympic Games is the uniting factor underlying each symbol. The medal, in its minimalist style clearly and powerfully delivers its message: competition does not divide but instead it unites.

The Physical Attributes of the Milano Cortina 2026 Medals

The Milano Cortina 2026 team, led by Raffaella Paniè, carefully designed and crafted the medals with Italian artistry not only to convey the message of the Games, but to be produced in a local and sustainable way.

Out of the 137 gold, 137 silver, and 137 bronze medals, each is sustainably crafted by the Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato (IPZS). The IPZS is an entity of the Ministry of Economy and Finance, run by the Italian government. Each medal, made with energy from multiple renewable resources, consists of an eco-friendly, non-toxic, and recyclable protective finish. They will be stored in eco-friendly packaging with limited plastic.

The medals will be dedicated to the 665 hardworking Para athletes across six sports: Para alpine skiing, Para biathlon, Para cross-country, Para ice hockey, Para snowboard and wheelchair curling.