Coin of Odessos under Gordian III c. 3th century

Editor: This is a coin of Odessos under Gordian III, we don't have an exact date for it. Looking at it, the wear and tear make me wonder about its journey through time. What stories do you think it holds? Curator: Indeed! Consider how this coin, bearing Gordian III's image, circulated during a tumultuous period. It represents Roman imperial power, but also Odessos's local identity. How might this small object have been used to negotiate power dynamics or express belonging in a diverse society? Editor: That's a great point! I hadn't thought about its use beyond just currency. Curator: Exactly. It makes me wonder about the identities represented on it, and those excluded from it. What do you think? Editor: I see that now, I am going to remember this coin. Thanks for sharing that perspective. Curator: My pleasure! It's a reminder that even the smallest artifacts can reveal grand narratives.