Coin of Cremna under Septimius Severus 193 - 211

Curator: Looking at this coin evokes a feeling of profound history, like holding a small piece of an ancient world. Editor: Absolutely. The “Coin of Cremna under Septimius Severus,” weighing nearly 19 grams, presents a striking visual of time's passage. The verdigris is strong. Curator: That green patina, the result of oxidation, is a beautiful visual marker, isn't it? It transforms the coin into a symbol of endurance and memory. Editor: It’s true, it speaks to the lives impacted by Septimius Severus's reign. Think of the economic structures, the daily exchanges this coin facilitated... Curator: Indeed. Coins have always served as symbols of power, belief, and identity. Editor: And in this case, also the relentless, eroding nature of time. I find it both humbling and resonant.