Coin of Perge under Philip II c. 3th century

Editor: This is a "Coin of Perge under Philip II," currently housed in the Harvard Art Museums. Considering its age, it's surprisingly well-preserved, but the details are a bit obscured, like peering into the distant past. How do you interpret this work? Curator: It whispers tales, doesn't it? Imagine the hands it passed through, the markets it fueled. Coins weren't just money; they were miniature billboards of power, projecting legitimacy. That profile, though worn, speaks volumes about Philip II's aspirations. What stories do you think it tells about wealth? Editor: It highlights that wealth is lasting but can erode over time, much like the coin itself. Curator: Precisely. A poignant reminder that even empires fade.