Denarius of L. Scribonius Libo, Rome c. 62 BCE

Editor: Here we have a Denarius of L. Scribonius Libo, a Roman coin of unknown date. It looks like it's made of silver. What symbolic weight do you think this small object carries? Curator: Look at the veiled head on one side. This is likely Concordia, the Roman goddess of harmony. Her presence speaks to a desire for social unity and stability, reflecting the anxieties and aspirations of Roman society at the time. Editor: Interesting! And the other side? Curator: It shows a puteal, or well-head, often associated with sacred spaces. The symbols reference both divine favor and the practical needs of the community. What memories do you think these images were meant to evoke? Editor: I guess they were hoping to create a sense of shared history and values. It's amazing how much meaning can be packed into such a tiny object! Curator: Precisely! These coins are like miniature time capsules, filled with cultural memory and political messaging.