Coin of Komana c. 2th century

Editor: Here we have a Coin of Komana, created by Mithradates VI Eupator. It's quite small but the imagery is striking. What catches your eye? Curator: The enduring power of symbols, even on something as functional as currency. Note the composite imagery—the god Men, perhaps syncretized with local deities? What memories were invoked by this coin? Editor: Memories? What kind of memories? Curator: Think about it: power, faith, trade, the very identity of Komana, encapsulated in these miniature portraits. Does it still speak to us today? Editor: Absolutely, it bridges the past and present. Curator: Indeed.