Coin of Amisos under Mithradates VI (Pontos) c. 2th century

Editor: Here we have a bronze coin of Amisos, minted under Mithradates VI of Pontos. It's a weighty little thing, isn't it? I find the patinated surface so evocative of its age. What strikes you about this coin? Curator: This coin is a fascinating example of how rulers projected power. Mithradates VI strategically employed imagery. Note the choice of bronze and its weight, influencing its perceived value. How do you think this imagery would influence public perception? Editor: It's interesting to consider how a coin could be propaganda. I suppose its ubiquity meant it was constantly reinforcing a message. Curator: Precisely. This coin highlights the intersection of political ambition and artistic expression. Editor: I never thought of something so small holding so much historical weight. Thank you for sharing your expertise!