Coin of SInope c. 2th century

Editor: Here we have a Coin of Sinope, crafted by Mithradates VI Eupator. Its worn surface makes me think about the passage of time. How do you interpret the symbolism on this ancient coin? Curator: Well, the lion's head connects us to power, royalty, and the sun – potent symbols of the ruler’s authority. The reverse shows an image that may be the God Zeus. What emotions does it evoke in you? Editor: It evokes a sense of history and wonder! I can see how those symbols are meant to convey power and divinity. Curator: Absolutely. Coins were not just currency; they were also vehicles for visual propaganda, shaping cultural memory. Editor: That's so fascinating. I’ll never look at a coin the same way again.