Coin of Kallatis under Julia Mamaea c. 3th century

Editor: Here we have a coin of Kallatis under Julia Mamaea, a small bronze piece. The wear and tear really emphasizes its age and history. What can you tell me about the coin? Curator: Consider the material, its weight, its evident circulation. Each strike of the die, each hand that exchanged it represents labor. The coin bears Julia Mamaea's image, yes, but also embodies the economic systems that sustained her power. Editor: That's interesting! I never considered the labor aspect of something so small. Curator: How does thinking about its production change your understanding of the coin itself? Editor: I see it less as a portrait and more as a material record of Roman society. Thanks!