Tetradrachm of Alexander the Great, Amphipolis c. 336

Editor: Here we have a silver Tetradrachm, a coin featuring Alexander the Great. It's amazing to hold something that once jingled in the pockets of people thousands of years ago! What stories do you think this little coin whispers? Curator: Ah, the whispers of empires! This coin is more than just currency; it’s propaganda, a carefully crafted image of power. Notice the idealized features, the determined gaze. It speaks to the cult of personality that Alexander cultivated, a leader bordering on godhood. Editor: Godhood, really? It's just a face on a coin! Curator: But what a face! It reminds me of how we build up celebrities today. It's a question of lasting impact, wouldn't you agree? This tiny piece reflects a legacy that reshaped the ancient world. Editor: Hmm, I never thought about it that way. Curator: Coins, after all, are history you can hold in your hand, a tactile link to the past. Editor: Amazing. Now I see it differently.