Coin of Alexander III the Great, Macedonia c. 336

Editor: Here we have a coin of Alexander III the Great. It's small, like you could hold history right in your palm. What can you tell me about its significance? Curator: Consider the power such an image wielded. Coins weren't just currency; they were propaganda. How did Alexander use this image to solidify his rule and project his image across his vast empire? Editor: So, it's not just about money, but about communicating power and legitimacy. Curator: Precisely! And what does it tell us about the relationship between ruler and image, then and now? Think about contemporary uses of political imagery. Editor: That's a great question, and now I see there's much more than just currency in this coin. Thanks! Curator: Indeed, a coin can be a powerful artifact.