Uniting Europe [reverse] 1705

This is the reverse side of ‘Uniting Europe’, a silver medal made by Johann Georg Seidlitz. Notice the symmetry of the composition, which invites a close examination of its symbolic language. Two crowned hearts are centrally positioned, appearing to float above a cloudscape that hovers over a terrestrial globe. The hearts, symbols of emotion, are yoked together by stylized wings. These wings are not merely decorative; they are emblems of aspiration. Above, the inscription "Ivnxit Amor" suggests a binding force—love—as the catalyst for unity. Seidlitz employs a semiotic system where hearts signify affection, wings denote ambition, and the globe embodies the terrestrial realm. The medal’s design suggests a synthesis of earthly and ethereal domains, a merging of sentiment with geopolitical vision. This reading aligns with broader philosophical discourses that seek to understand the dynamics between power, representation, and the human condition. The circular form of the medal is an important feature—a symbol of wholeness—reinforcing the concept of unity. The medal is a powerful statement of political idealism, one that continues to resonate today.