Coin of Mallos under Herennia Etruscilla c. 249 - 251

Editor: Here we have an ancient coin of Mallos under Herennia Etruscilla. The patinated bronze is striking. What can you tell us about it? Curator: It's fascinating to consider this coin as both a material object and a carrier of political messaging. How would its production reflect the Roman Empire's economic systems and labor practices? Editor: That's a good point. What kind of labor would it take to create something like this? Curator: The crafting of this coin signifies skilled labor: the material extraction, the metalworking, the die-making, and the striking of each coin. The distribution of these coins would dictate trade and influence. Thinking of it this way helps us connect it to the society of the time. Editor: It's incredible how much information a single coin holds. Thanks for your insights.