Aspron Trachy Nomisma of Theodore I, Nicaea 1208

Editor: This is an Aspron Trachy Nomisma of Theodore I from Nicaea. Looking at this coin, I’m immediately struck by the patina and the sense of age it carries. What do you see in this piece? Curator: Oh, it whispers stories, doesn't it? The verdigris isn’t just decay; it’s a visual echo of centuries, a testament to empires and their ephemeral grip. It makes me think of the dreams and desires that this small object once fueled. Does it make you wonder who held it last? Editor: Definitely. It is like holding a tiny time capsule. Curator: Exactly! And that makes all the difference.