Tornese of Andronikos III c. 1328 - 1341

Editor: This is the Tornese of Andronikos III, a coin of just 1.3 grams. It has such an ancient feel to it. What can you tell me about it? Curator: It whispers tales of a bygone era, doesn't it? It's not just metal; it's a tangible link to Andronikos III Palaiologos and the Byzantine Empire. Imagine the hands it passed through! It’s a small piece of history, a personal treasure, a relic of trade and power all wrapped in one. I wonder how many loaves of bread this could have bought back then? What do you imagine? Editor: Fascinating! Now I'm imagining Byzantine marketplaces, thanks! Curator: Exactly! And that's the power of art, isn't it? To spark the imagination and bridge the centuries.