Coin of Herakleios c. 613

Editor: This coin of Herakleios, made by Abd-al-Malik, has a weathered, almost mysterious feel to it. What's your take on this piece? Curator: Ah, yes! A beautiful artifact that whispers tales of empires clashing and cultures intermingling! Look closely. Can you imagine the hands it has passed through, the transactions it has facilitated? It's a portal to another time, a tangible piece of history we can hold. Editor: So, it's more than just money? Curator: Absolutely! It's a story etched in metal. I wonder what kind of legacy it will leave behind? Editor: Fascinating. I'll never look at old coins the same way again!