Follis of Galerius as Caesar, Siscia c. 302

Editor: So, this is a Follis of Galerius as Caesar. It's a Roman coin, and it's got this weathered, almost ghostly presence. What do you make of it? Curator: This little coin whispers stories, doesn’t it? Imagine the hands it passed through, the pockets it warmed. It’s a tangible link to a world of emperors and legions, a world both grand and gritty. Editor: It's pretty beat up though! Curator: Yes, but isn't that part of its charm? It's a testament to time, to survival. Coins like these aren't just currency; they’re miniature billboards, projecting power and propaganda across an empire. What do you think they were trying to say? Editor: Wow, I see it now! It's history and art combined!