Sestertius of Faustina I, Rome 141 - 142

Editor: So, this is a Roman Sestertius of Faustina I. Looking at this coin, I’m struck by the way time has worn it down, yet her image still persists. What story do you think it tells? Curator: Well, imagine holding power, legacy, all imprinted on a humble coin! For me, it whispers of an empire's vastness, and a woman's enduring influence. The temple depicted… it's a symbol, wouldn't you agree, of permanence, of values meant to last? Editor: Absolutely, a powerful representation. I hadn’t thought about the temple that way, more as just architecture. Curator: It's like a tiny stage, isn't it? Showcasing what they wanted the world to remember. What do you feel looking at it now? Editor: I get that now. A tiny monument, cleverly designed. Curator: Exactly! Each coin, a miniature propaganda piece.