Coin of Philip II of Macedonia c. 359

Editor: This is a Coin of Philip II of Macedonia, currently residing at the Harvard Art Museums. It’s so small, yet carries the weight of history. What symbols or meanings do you find most compelling in this coin? Curator: Consider what a coin represents: power, trade, and identity. Note how the imagery, likely a deity or ruler, projects authority. What does this choice of imagery suggest about Philip II's aspirations? Editor: It’s interesting how these small objects were powerful tools of propaganda. The artistry conveys authority. Curator: Precisely. The visual language speaks volumes about cultural values and the projection of power.