Coin of Perge under Philip II 247 - 249

Curator: Oh, the stories this little thing could tell! This is a coin of Perge, struck under Philip II. It’s currently held in the Harvard Art Museums. Editor: It’s got the patina of ages, hasn't it? I love how the verdigris almost obscures the details. Feels so… heavy with history, literally. Curator: Right? It’s incredible to think about who handled it, what transactions it facilitated. It's more than just currency, it's a direct connection to the economic and social life of Perge. Editor: Exactly! Consider the mining, the metallurgy, the labor involved in producing these. Not to mention the trade networks that made it all possible. Curator: It does make you wonder about the hands and processes involved, and ultimately, what it meant to those who used it. Editor: Absolutely. It’s not just an artifact; it's condensed labor and societal relations. It’s kind of humbling to consider its creation and continued existence.