Coin of Constans II c. 647 - 659

Editor: So, we're looking at a Coin of Constans II from the Harvard Art Museums. Seeing the wear and tear, the little nicks and spots, it feels like holding history, doesn't it? What stories do you think it whispers? Curator: Whispers indeed! I see resilience. This coin, though small, represents power, trade, and the flow of a civilization. Imagine who held this, what they purchased, and what their lives were like. The embedded cross tells a silent story of faith during a turbulent time. Editor: That's amazing! It's more than just currency; it's a tiny, tangible connection to the past. Curator: Exactly! Art isn't always grand canvases; sometimes it's a humble coin carrying the weight of an era. It makes you think about what objects today will tell our stories centuries from now. Editor: So true! This coin definitely gives you something to ponder.