follis of Constantius II? 

Editor: Here we have a follis of Constantius II. It’s small, made of what looks like silver, and the wear on its surface makes it appear quite aged. What do you see in this piece beyond its historical value? Curator: Note the deliberate inscription encircling what seems to be a votive image. Its very form, a disc, suggests a totality, a contained system of meaning. The damage obscures, yet the intention of clear representation is palpable. Consider how the semiotic intention is undermined by materiality itself. Editor: So, the coin's physical degradation actually enhances its meaning? Curator: Precisely. The imperfection highlights the tension between intended permanence and inevitable decay. The artwork's inherent structure is thus challenged. What does this suggest to you? Editor: I see it now! It's not just an artifact, it's a statement on time and power. Thanks! Curator: Indeed. It is a potent lesson on the relationship between intention and matter.