Copper Assarion of Andronikos II c. 1282 - 1328

Editor: So, this weathered copper coin is a Copper Assarion of Andronikos II. It’s fascinating to hold something so old. What stories do you think it could tell, if only it could speak? Curator: Ah, if only! I imagine it whispering tales of Byzantine power struggles, the rise of Venice, and maybe even a lost love affair or two. It's more than just currency; it's a tiny portal to a different time. Look closely – can you imagine the artisan carefully crafting the details, each strike of the die a deliberate act? Editor: It's amazing to think about. It makes me want to learn more. Curator: Me too! Every time I see an object like this, my imagination soars. What was it like for the hands that touched it, for the people who used it? We can only imagine!