Coin of Justinian I c. 538 - 542

Editor: This is a coin of Justinian I, and it's so small! Looking at this artifact from so long ago just makes me feel like a tiny speck of dust in the grand scheme of things. What do you see in this piece? Curator: I see history, quite literally, in your hands! It's amazing how something so small can carry such weight. It whispers stories of an emperor, his reign, his ambitions... Do you think it was powerful when it was minted? Editor: Probably, in a different way than it is now. Now, it's a link to the past. Curator: Exactly! It's a tangible connection. The everyday object elevated to a historical artifact. It’s a reminder that even the smallest things can have lasting impact. Editor: I hadn’t thought about it that way. Thanks! Curator: My pleasure! Keep looking, keep questioning, and you'll uncover even more hidden treasures.