As of C. Terentius Lucanus, Rome c. 147

Curator: This coin, "As of C. Terentius Lucanus, Rome", is a glimpse into ancient Roman currency, crafted by the moneyer C. Terentius Lucanus. Editor: It feels like holding a piece of the earth, doesn't it? So worn, so textured, it whispers of countless transactions and hands. Curator: Exactly, each marking tells a story. On one side, you see the conjoined heads of Dioscuri, and on the other, Jupiter driving a quadriga. Editor: The Dioscuri, those twin brothers embodying masculine power, juxtaposed with Jupiter's divine authority...It is a political statement, reflecting power structures and patriarchal foundations. Curator: Possibly. Or a cultural touchstone—a symbol that would resonate with the population, reminding them of their gods, of victory. Editor: Ultimately, it shows us how economic objects can simultaneously operate as tools for political messaging. It makes you wonder, what coin are we carrying today? Curator: That's a compelling question to sit with, isn't it?