This is a 1:18th model of the Le Mans Winners Trophy 2023. It is a one-off design and was presented to the drivers of the #51 Ferrari 499P. The "Centenary Trophy" honours of the race’s 100th anniversary, and was designed by Joaquin Jimenez, engraver and artistic director at the Paris Mint. "There’s so much to be inspired by, starting with the contrast between day and night. I depicted the track as a ribbon weaving its way to the finish line. There is also a nod to the Olympic flame and the idea of incandescence," explained Jimenez. 

We explored several techniques in the development of this trophy to bring it to life. The body is 3D printed to capature the weaving effect of the ribbon, then carefully hand-painted to add the finishing details.