Coin of Neapolis under Philip I c. 244 - 249

Curator: Here we have a coin of Neapolis under Philip I, a small bronze piece measuring just over an inch in diameter. Editor: It looks so worn, almost like it's been unearthed, whispering tales of resilience and survival. Curator: Coins, you know, served as propaganda. This one would have circulated amongst the Roman Empire, influencing perceptions of power. Editor: Absolutely, and the image of Neapolis itself becomes a symbol, maybe representing their strength, but what about the eagle on the reverse? Does that speak to military power or perhaps freedom? Curator: Probably both, the eagle was a favored emblem of the Roman Empire. This coin reminds us that even the smallest object can tell a grand story about politics and cultural values. Editor: It makes you consider how these images shaped public opinion and collective memory. A tiny object with a weighty legacy.