Coin of Alexander III the Great, Macedonia c. 336

Editor: This is a coin of Alexander III the Great from Macedonia. What strikes me is its intimate scale. What can we learn from such a small object? Curator: Consider the power dynamics embedded within this coin. Currency isn't just about economics; it's a form of propaganda, a way to disseminate a ruler's image and solidify their authority. Who was meant to see this coin? How did it shape perceptions of Alexander and his empire? Editor: So, it's less about its physical size and more about its symbolic weight? Curator: Exactly. Think about the narratives it reinforces and who benefits from those narratives. Editor: That's a powerful perspective. I’ll remember that when looking at historical art.