a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

(classical mythology) a golden apple thrown into a banquet of the gods by Eris (goddess of discord--who had not been invited); the apple had `for the fairest' written on it and Hera and Athena and Aphrodite all claimed it; when Paris (prince of Troy) awarded it to Aphrodite it began a chain of events that led to the Trojan War

a prize given to one who finishes last in a contest

a trophy made of bronze (or having the appearance of bronze) that is usually awarded for winning third place in a competition

a large metal vessel with two handles that is awarded as a trophy to the winner of a competition

a trophy made of gold (or having the appearance of gold) that is usually awarded for winning first place in a competition