Coin of Singara under Gordian III and Tranquillina c. 238 - 244

Editor: Here we have a coin of Singara under Gordian III and Tranquillina, currently residing at the Harvard Art Museums. It's incredible to hold something so old; its surface whispers of history. What stories do you think this coin tells us? Curator: It's a fascinating artifact. Coins like these were powerful tools of imperial propaganda. Consider where it was minted and circulated. How does this coin solidify Roman claims in a contested region and project power? Editor: So, it's not just money, it's a statement? Curator: Precisely! Think about the imagery itself. Who is being represented, and how? These choices reflect specific political narratives that were intentionally disseminated. Did it work, I wonder? Editor: That gives me a lot to think about. Thanks for sharing your perspective!