Coin of Antiocheia Caesarea 

Editor: This is a bronze coin of Antiocheia Caesarea, likely from the reign of Volusian. It's remarkable how this small object carries so much history. What can you tell me about what it signifies? Curator: This coin is not just currency; it's a form of propaganda. Who is represented, and who is conspicuously absent? This coin likely served to reinforce Roman imperial power, but how might the local population have viewed these symbols? Editor: So, by examining what's depicted, we can infer power dynamics and potential tensions within the empire? Curator: Precisely. Coins like this offer a tangible link to understanding socio-political complexities, gender roles, and even resistance within the Roman Empire. Editor: I never thought a coin could be so loaded with meaning. It really makes you wonder about the stories it could tell. Curator: Indeed. By examining such artifacts, we gain insight into past voices, particularly of those who were overlooked by traditional historical records.