Quarter Asper of Michael(?) of Trebizond c. 14th century

Editor: This is a Quarter Asper of Michael(?) of Trebizond, made by Michael of Trebizond. It's a very small coin, almost like a tiny, weathered moon. How should we interpret it? Curator: Well, its diminutive size belies its significance; a tangible fragment of a vanished empire. The wear speaks volumes, doesn’t it? Imagine all the hands it passed through, the stories it could tell. It is almost like a tiny time capsule, wouldn't you agree? Editor: Absolutely, it's amazing to think about its journey. I had not thought of the story behind the hands that it passed through. Thanks for the insight. Curator: It's all about connecting with the past, isn’t it? Now I am eager to go find more about Trebizond and its rulers!