Tetradrachm of Lysimachos,Lampsakos c. 4th century

Editor: So, this is a silver Tetradrachm of Lysimachos. The coin looks quite worn, but still carries a distinct presence. What can you tell me about its deeper context? Curator: It's fascinating to consider how this coin functioned as propaganda, asserting Lysimachos's power. The deified Alexander on one side, a symbol of conquest, juxtaposed with Athena on the reverse. How might this coin have shaped public perception and legitimized his rule? Editor: It’s interesting how these coins acted as miniature billboards! I hadn’t considered that. Curator: Exactly! It's a lens into the intersection of power, representation, and the construction of identity in the ancient world. Editor: I learned a lot about reading between the lines of even the smallest artworks today! Curator: It’s exciting to examine how objects like these participated in larger cultural and political narratives.