Coin of Justin II c. 572 - 573

Editor: This corroded bronze coin, made by Justin II, is really something. The wear and tear speak volumes. What kind of stories do you see embedded in this object? Curator: Coins weren't just currency; they were powerful symbols. The figures, though worn, echo imperial power. The letter "M" hints at the coin's value or perhaps a mint mark, linking it to a specific place and time. Don't you think its very existence testifies to the enduring power of imagery? Editor: Absolutely! Knowing its symbolic purpose really shifts my perspective. Thanks! Curator: It does it for me too, every time.