Tremissis of Theodosius II 441 - 450

Curator: Look at this tiny marvel! It's a Tremissis of Theodosius II, a gold coin. The very material speaks of wealth and power. Editor: It's exquisite, isn't it? You can immediately see its connection to imperial authority. Curator: Absolutely. Consider the labour involved in minting these, and the vast systems of extraction that feed into this economy. Editor: Right, these coins weren’t just objects; they were tools in a system of governance, used for payments to soldiers, officials, and tributes to other nations. Curator: And this one, weighing just 1.49 grams, holds immense historical and material weight. Editor: Thinking about its journey through history…it’s quite compelling. Curator: It certainly makes you wonder about its circulation and ultimate destination. Editor: Yes, I will definitely be pondering this coin today!