Aan de vrijwilligers van Don Juan van Halen (september - oktober 1830), uitgereikt in juni 1831 Possibly 1830 - 1839

This medal, created by Adrien Hippolyte Veyrat in 1831, commemorates the volunteers of Don Juan van Halen in September-October 1830. Note the laurel wreath encircling the inscriptions. The laurel, an ancient symbol of triumph, victory, and honor, has roots stretching back to Greek mythology, adorning the brow of Apollo and victorious athletes. The symbolic power of the laurel wreath transcends cultures and epochs. We see its echoes in Roman imperial imagery, Renaissance art, and even modern-day emblems of achievement. The wreath's persistent reappearance demonstrates its archetypal appeal, tapping into our collective consciousness with associations of glory and recognition, which powerfully engage viewers on a deep, subconscious level. The non-linear journey of this symbol illustrates how images resurface, evolve, and acquire new meanings across time.