Stater of Eupator c. 154 - 170

Curator: This is a Stater of Eupator, held at the Harvard Art Museums and weighing 7.72 grams. Editor: It's striking how such a small object carries so much detail; the incised lines create a surprisingly dynamic composition. Curator: Indeed, coins like these were potent symbols of power. The ruler's portrait, the inscription, all designed to project authority and legitimacy. It reflects the cultural values of the time. Editor: Absolutely. The formal repetition of the profiles and stylized rendering are powerful devices that create a sense of symbolic weight beyond just its materiality. Curator: For me, the coin embodies how images can carry meaning across generations, linking us to the aspirations and realities of past societies. Editor: Agreed. And analyzing the physical form gives us insight into the coin’s aesthetic impact. It is a fascinating work.