The medallion's obverse bears bust of Claude Moore Fuess, facing left, in recessed center field. Around smaller center field, DISTINGUISHED CONTRIBUTION / · TO THE PUBLIC SERVICE · ; around edge, (rosette) THE CLAUDE MOORE FUESS AWARD (rosette) / PHILLIPS ACADEMY ANDOVER; signed under bust, P,M,
The reverse bears Phillips Andover Academy's coat of arms with motto NON SIBI over FINIS ORIGINE PENDET; banner beneath. Across, GIVE ME A ROBUST / NONCONFORMIST WHO / HAS THE COURAGE / OF HIS / CONVICTIONS; around, WEBSTER CHOATE CUSHING SCHURZ COOLIDGE EASTMAN STIMSON
Phillips Andover Academy's highest alumni honor is named after Claude Moore Fuess (1885-1963) who was its headmaster from 1933 to 1948. Awardees are selected based on having a "significant positive impact on their communities, society, or the world."
The circular medallion measures 89mm in diameter and was struck in bronze by the Medallic Art Company of New York. No mintage is reported.
References: MACo 1964-007