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

Editor: This is a coin of Mithradates VI from Amisos, but undated. It's small, but the details of the face and what looks like an eagle are still visible. What symbols resonate with you in this piece? Curator: The face, likely depicting a deity or even Mithradates himself, surrounded by what might be sun rays, speaks of power and divine association. The eagle, often a symbol of empires, reinforces that. What stories do these symbols evoke in you? Editor: I see a leader trying to solidify his power, connecting himself to the gods and Roman authority. It's fascinating how much information can be conveyed in such a small object. Curator: Exactly. Coins were powerful tools of propaganda. Seeing them as carriers of cultural memory enriches our understanding of the past. Editor: I'll definitely look at coins differently now!