Sestertius of Herennius Etruscus c. 251

Editor: So, this is a sestertius of Herennius Etruscus. It's undated and made of bronze, which gives it a rugged, almost earthy feel. There's a profile of Etruscus on one side and some sort of emblem on the other. What do you see in this little time capsule? Curator: It whispers tales of power, doesn’t it? The verdigris, that beautiful green, isn’t just decay; it’s history breathing. Think of the hands this coin passed through, the transactions it facilitated. Editor: It’s incredible to think about it surviving all this time. Curator: Exactly! This coin isn't just currency; it’s a miniature monument, a personal glimpse into Etruscus’s short reign, a tangible link to a vanished world. What stories could it tell, eh? Editor: That's such a great way to think about it! A miniature monument with a voice. Curator: Precisely. Next time you hold a coin, imagine the journey it has been on.