This Victory Medal was issued at the end of WWI and is a Belgian commemorative war medal established by royal decree. The Belgian sculptor Paul Du Bois was responsible for the beautiful design. This is an authentic medal (the image on the front of this medal has been extensively reproduced in jewelry) which I sourced at a flea market in Brussels, Belgium.

The medallion hangs from beautifully hand-knotted carnelian and antique gold beads. Carnelian is known for being a stone of courage, endurance, energy, leadership, and motivation. An apt pairing with the medallion representing victory achieved through courage, bravery and commitment.

This necklace is 24 inches long. The medallion is 1.4 inches across and drops 2 inches from the necklace including the ring at the top.