Double Victoriate of the Thessalian League c. 196

Curator: This is a Double Victoriate of the Thessalian League. Editor: It looks small but carries such weight with its worn details. Curator: Indeed. Notice the high relief of Zeus on one side and Athena Itonia striding forward on the other. These images are intentionally powerful. Editor: I'm drawn to the act of minting this coin; each strike, each impression telling a story of labor and exchange in Thessaly. Curator: Precisely! The coin's form reflects symbolic value within the Thessalian League. Editor: It makes me think about the hands it's passed through, and the value placed on silver so long ago. Curator: A fascinating glimpse into the ancient world, wouldn't you say? Editor: Absolutely, a tangible piece of history shaped by labor and belief.