Coin of Amaseia under Severus Alexander 225 - 226

Editor: Here we have a coin of Amaseia, dating back to the reign of Severus Alexander. It's small, but the details are incredible! What can you tell me about it? Curator: Coins like this served as propaganda. Notice the idealized portrait of Severus Alexander? Consider how this imagery, replicated across the empire, shaped public perception of the emperor and legitimized his rule. Editor: So, it's more than just money; it's a message? Curator: Precisely! It's a carefully crafted artifact meant to communicate power and project an image of stability. Editor: That is a great point, this coin is really a political tool. Curator: It shows how even the smallest objects can reflect significant socio-political forces.