Coin of the Province of Macedonia under Severus Alexander c. 231

Editor: This coin, featuring Severus Alexander, is from the province of Macedonia. It's fascinating to see how time has transformed it. What symbols or meanings jump out at you from this piece? Curator: The coin whispers stories of power and identity. The portrait, though worn, evokes the Emperor's authority, while the Macedonian symbols likely connect to local pride and regional identity within the Roman Empire. Do you see how these symbols would create a sense of belonging? Editor: I do! It's like the coin is a small vessel carrying immense cultural weight. It makes me think about how objects can embody collective memories. Curator: Precisely! It’s a cultural artifact. Thinking about this makes me consider our current symbols and what these will represent in the future. Editor: I never considered the role of coin symbology before. Thanks for sharing your insight. Curator: My pleasure. It’s been refreshing discussing the cultural memory with you.