Paris 2024 Olympic Medals to Be Replaced After Reports of Deterioration

Over 100 medals have been returned by athletes due to tarnishing and flaking, prompting the IOC and French mint to address quality concerns.

The Monnaie de Paris, which produced the medals, acknowledged flaws in the varnishing process and will replace all damaged medals upon request.
More than 100 medals, including bronze, silver, and gold, have been returned by athletes citing issues like discoloration, flaking, and tarnishing.
Athletes such as U.S. skateboarder Nyjah Huston and French swimmer Yohann Ndoye-Brouard highlighted the rapid deterioration of their medals shortly after the Games.
The replacement process is expected to begin in early 2025, with the new medals identical to the originals and featuring pieces of the Eiffel Tower embedded in the design.
The varnish issues stemmed from changes in regulations that banned a key ingredient, leading to a rushed adjustment in the manufacturing process.