Coin of Tiberius II c. 578 - 582

Editor: This is a coin of Tiberius II, weighing 3.09 grams. It looks like it has worn down over time. What symbols or imagery stand out to you? Curator: The most striking symbol is likely the imperial monogram, the large "T," embodying the power and authority of Tiberius. What emotions does this evoke for you? Editor: I feel it embodies permanence and power of his time. Curator: Precisely. Consider how this single, potent image served as a form of psychological anchoring, reinforcing the ruler's presence. What lasting impressions do you gather? Editor: The symbolic weight of such a small object, representing such vast power, is truly captivating. Curator: Indeed, revealing cultural memory and continuity through visual symbols.