Coin of Korydalla under Gordian III (forgery) 

Editor: This is a coin, a forgery actually, of Korydalla under Gordian III. It looks so worn down, what does that say about it? Curator: It speaks volumes, doesn’t it? This coin, though a forgery, offers a glimpse into the power dynamics and social anxieties of its time. Forgeries often circulated to undermine or challenge the established order. What narratives were being subverted here? Editor: I hadn’t thought of it that way, I was more focused on the wear-and-tear on the coin itself. Curator: Consider the act of forgery itself as a form of resistance. Who might have been motivated to create this, and what message were they trying to send by mimicking the dominant currency? Editor: So, it’s less about the actual coin and more about the social statement, interesting! Curator: Precisely. Even in its flawed imitation, the coin raises questions about authenticity, power, and the ways in which marginalized voices might challenge the status quo. Editor: I see that now! I will never look at a coin the same way. Curator: It’s a testament to how objects, even forged ones, can become powerful tools for social commentary and resistance.