Trachy Type B of Theodore I, Nicaea c. 1205 - 1221

Editor: So, this is a Trachy Type B of Theodore I from Nicaea. It's a tiny coin and looks like it might be made of silver. What do you make of it? Curator: For me, it whispers of power and impermanence, doesn't it? The delicate impression, the wear and tear… it speaks to the fragility of empires, the human touch on history. What do you think about the imagery? Editor: I see what looks like religious iconography and some kind of ruler, maybe Theodore himself. Does it hold any messages for us today? Curator: Absolutely. Each symbol was carefully chosen. It’s all about legitimacy, divine right, and projecting an image of strength. It's fascinating to think about what people valued then, and how we value them now. Editor: Seeing history in your palm—that’s what I’ll take away. Curator: Me too! A tiny window into a vanished world.