Coin of Perge under Philip II 247 - 249

Curator: This coin of Perge, minted under Philip II, speaks volumes despite its small size and weathered surface. Editor: It feels more like a relic, worn and softened by time, yet the faint images resonate with the past. Curator: Indeed, the imagery offers insights into the era's values. The portrait of Philip II on one side projects power and authority. Editor: And on the other side? I can make out what looks like Artemis, a symbol of independence and the city's identity. Curator: Exactly. It's a calculated juxtaposition. Royal authority balanced against Perge's distinct character, a negotiation of power represented in a single coin. Editor: The coin's cultural echoes tell us a lot about how rulers wished to be seen and how cities maintained their identities. Curator: It's like holding a tiny, potent argument in your hand, still resonant after all these years.