(The trophy for the winner of the 151st Kentucky Derby / All Photos by Coady Media)

Editor’s Note:

There is no trophy, yep, not even the legendary Stanley Cup, that matches the spectacular chiseled and polished metal that is bestowed on the winner of the Kentucky Derby.

It shines. Almost as bright as the sun on the old Kentucky home.

It glistens. Almost like the mint in the legendary julep.

It fits. The moment and the times.

Here’s a few glimpses at the trophy that will be given out to the winning connections on the First Saturday in May.

Through the eyes and lenses of Coady Media: