The front medallion shows various decorative techniques used to convey Earhart’s story: Engraved lines depict the latitudinal and longitudinal lines while the white fill material highlights her dotted flight path. The lightly ebonized surface distinguishes the land masses from the lighter-colored wood representing the ocean. Small carved details add Art Deco flourish, with a shamrock carved to symbolize the destination of the flight in Londonderry, Ireland.