[1] The medal, depending on the version, is made of either gold or silver.

The obverse bears the effigy, in profile, of The Queen and the inscription, Margareta II – Regina Daniæ.

The reverse bears the single word Fortient, surrounded by an oak leaf wreath.

This indicates that it is the personal property of the recipient, and is not returned upon death, like the badges of some orders of chivalry.

The medal is suspended by a red ribbon with a white cross.