Follis (AE2) of Constantine I, Arles 327

Editor: So, this fascinating artifact is a Follis, a bronze coin of Constantine I, minted in Arles. What strikes me is how such a small object can speak volumes about an empire. What stories do you think it whispers, literally and figuratively? Curator: Ah, the whispers of power! This little coin, worn smooth by time, it's a tactile link to Constantine. See the city gate on the reverse? That’s Arles, beaming with imperial approval. What does that image of a city gate evoke for you? Perhaps a feeling of solidity, prosperity, and civic pride. Editor: Definitely a sense of establishment. It's amazing how those images become so representative. Thanks for shedding light on its story! Curator: My pleasure! Every coin is a portal. Now I see Constantine in my pocket and imagine that I am traveling through history!