Coin of Alexandria Troas? under Gallienus? c. 3th century

Editor: Here we have an ancient coin, likely from Alexandria Troas, dating back to the reign of Gallienus. It looks like it's made of bronze and it's covered in a beautiful green patina. The image on the coin looks like a horse. What do you see in this piece? Curator: Ah, yes, this coin whispers tales of empires! For me, it's a portal. I imagine the artisan, perhaps sweating under the Mediterranean sun, carefully striking the metal. The horse is not just a horse; it embodies power, trade, and the vastness of Roman influence. Editor: That's fascinating. I was just thinking about its age and where it could have traveled. Curator: Exactly! And the wear, the corrosion – it all tells a story. Imagine the hands it passed through, the markets it frequented. It makes you wonder about the value we place on such objects now, doesn't it? Editor: It does. It's more than just money, it is a piece of history. Curator: Precisely! A tangible link to a world we can only imagine.