The medal's obverse bears portrait of Charles William Eliot, right. Around top, CHARLES WILLIAM ELIOT
The reverse bears wreath. At top, 1924; in center field, "THE INDIVIDUAL / FINDS THAT / BY SERVING / OTHERS HE BEST / SERVES HIMSELF"; signed above bottom of wreath, © W · CLARK - NOBLE · Sc·
Charles William Eliot (1834-1926) was one of Harvard University's long-serving presidents. The quote on the medal's reverse is from an essay he entitled "The Happy Life," in which he attempted to provide moral and philosophical guidance, particularly to young people.
The circular medal measures 76.3mm in diameter and was struck in bronze. No mintage is reported.