Follis of Constans II, Constantinople 666 - 668

Editor: Here we have a Follis of Constans II from Constantinople. It's small, worn, and has a beautiful verdigris patina. It feels like holding a tiny piece of history in your hand! What stories do you see in this little coin? Curator: Ah, this coin whispers of emperors and empires, doesn't it? I imagine the hands it passed through, the markets it traded in. The wear and tear? That’s not damage, it’s experience! Look closely, can you make out any figures or symbols? Editor: I see a figure holding a cross. It’s incredible how much it has survived! I never thought a coin could feel so… evocative. Curator: Indeed! It's a poignant reminder that even the smallest objects can carry the weight of centuries. Food for thought, eh?