Coin of Pogla under Philip II (?) c. 3th century

Curator: Here we have a coin from Pogla, possibly under Philip II, residing here at the Harvard Art Museums. Editor: Its patinated bronze surface gives it a solemn, aged aura. It's remarkable how the texture itself speaks of history. Curator: Indeed. Coins aren't just currency; they are potent symbols. This coin carries the weight of Philip II's authority, linking economic function with the ruler's image. Editor: Notice the figure on the reverse – the way it almost seems to emerge from the field, a study in positive and negative space. It's beautiful formal arrangement. Curator: Absolutely. We see a figure, likely representing a deity or personification, further imbuing the coin with cultural and perhaps spiritual significance. It projects enduring power. Editor: The coin's small scale, however, belies its immense historical presence. Curator: Precisely, the visual language whispers of power and cultural identity, echoing through time. Editor: A fascinating object, where form and history truly converge.