The Symbols of Europe (.pdf English) - Dr. Peter Diem

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The Euro - a Tangible Symbol of UnityIn contrast to abstract symbols, the Euro isa tangible proof of European unity –economically and psychologically,especially when travelling through Europe –and even beyond the borders of the EU.Unlike the totally „supranational“ banknotes, the Euro coins are„European“ only on one side whereas the reverse has beenreserved to bear national design.This has been interpreted as a bad compromise – but respectingnational sovereignty of the mint can also be seen as anexpression of a federalist concept of the European Union:„in pluribus unum“ vs. „e pluribus unum“The Euro Website23
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