Antoninianus of Probus 277 - 282

Editor: This is an Antoninianus of Probus; we don't know the exact date. It's a small, worn coin, clearly aged. What sociopolitical narratives do you think it might hold? Curator: Well, this coin offers a direct link to the Roman Empire, a state built on conquest and oppression. The very act of minting currency was a declaration of power. How does viewing this object through the lens of post-colonial theory change your perception of it? Editor: I guess I hadn't considered its imperialistic implications so directly before. It's more than just an artifact; it's a statement. Curator: Exactly. This coin isn't just money; it's propaganda, a tool for maintaining social order. Considering its place in history encourages us to challenge power structures. Editor: That gives me a lot to think about. Thank you for sharing your perspective. Curator: My pleasure. Every artifact holds layers of stories waiting to be uncovered.