Coin of Demetrios II of Macedonia c. 4th century

Editor: This is a bronze coin of Demetrios II of Macedonia. It's small, humble even, and yet it feels like it holds so much history. What symbols stand out to you? Curator: The helmet is key. It speaks of power, of course, but also of identity. What kind of cultural memory does this helmet evoke, do you think? Editor: Maybe a heroic, warrior-king image? Curator: Precisely. And consider how repeated use of these symbols reinforces such ideals, shaping our perceptions of leadership. What does that say about the coin’s purpose beyond mere currency? Editor: So it's like propaganda, solidifying Demetrios's image in the minds of his people. Fascinating!