No Gold Medals
No silvers either.
No special commendations.
No ribbons or grades.
Probably not even a pat on the back.
You pass. You get a certificate. You likely get some corrections to complete as well.
The meaning that comes from your viva success comes from you.
Passing could mean you did it. Passing could mean pride and reputation and your own wellbeing. Passing could mean new opportunities and possibilities. Passing is personal.
You won’t get a gold medal – because you make your PhD worth something.