Sestertius of Gordian III 241 - 244

Editor: This is a Sestertius, a Roman coin featuring Gordian III. It’s petite, yet the history it carries feels immense. What stories do you think this little artifact whispers, preserved through the ages? Curator: It whispers of power, Editor, of empire, and the enduring human desire for legacy. Look at the portrait, even worn, it projects authority. It silently asks, “What will you leave behind?” Don’t you think? Editor: That's a powerful question! I'm struck by how something so small can hold so much meaning. Thanks for sharing your perspective! Curator: And thank you for opening my eyes to the silent grandeur within it. It's amazing what a closer look reveals.