Follis of Constantius I, Ticinum 300 - 303

Curator: Here we have a Follis of Constantius I from Ticinum, bearing the likeness of Constantius I Chlorus. Editor: It’s remarkably weathered; the years have certainly left their mark. I wonder about the hands it passed through. Curator: It’s compelling to consider how these coins functioned as both currency and propaganda. The image of the emperor reinforced his power and legitimacy. Editor: Absolutely. And to think about the socio-economic implications. Who had access to this coin, and what did that access signify about their position in society? Curator: It serves as a tangible link to the past, connecting us to the economic and political realities of the Roman Empire. Editor: Indeed. It makes you ponder the symbolic weight of currency itself. Curator: I find it humbling to observe how these objects persist in cultural memory, carrying silent messages across time. Editor: Agreed. It’s a fascinating artifact that speaks volumes about power, identity, and the passage of time.