Follis of Galerius, Heraclea 308 - 309

Editor: This is a Follis of Galerius, from Heraclea. It's fascinating how this small coin carries so much history. What symbols and imagery stand out to you? Curator: The figure of Galerius on one side, and a standing figure on the other, speak to power, authority, and perhaps even divinity. Consider how these images reinforced the emperor's image and influence across the vast Roman Empire. What kind of cultural memory do you think it evoked? Editor: Perhaps a reminder of Roman power and stability? It's interesting to think about how everyday objects like this could be used to communicate complex ideas. Thanks! Curator: Exactly! And thinking about the coin's journey through time, and how its meaning might shift for each person who held it, is the true magic.