Obverse: bas-relief of Philadelphia seal; "Awarded by the City of Philadelphia" around perimeter. Reverse: wreath; "THE JOHN SCOTT MEDAL TO THE MOST DESERVING" around perimeter. Incised text at center: "GEORGE H. SHULL FOR ORIGINATION OF HYBRID CORN NOVEMBER 16 1945." Stored separate from presentation box marked "JOHN SCOTT MEDAL GEORGE H. SHULL" (M-953-3b)