Coin of Eusebeia-Caesarea 

Curator: This is a coin of Eusebeia-Caesarea, minted under Gordian III. Editor: Even worn, it evokes a sense of antiquity. I see both the portrait of Gordian and what appears to be an image of a temple. Curator: Indeed. Its material tells us much about Roman administration, trade, and even artistic production techniques. Editor: The temple immediately suggests ritual, devotion, and the emperor's connection to the divine. Even the word "Eusebeia" hints at piety. Curator: I'm most struck by how ubiquitous these coins were; a clear example of the integration of labor and politics. It's almost banal. Editor: Yet, the imagery held tremendous power. Its symbols were a constant reminder of the emperor's authority and Rome’s values. Curator: So, something as simple as a coin can reveal so much about cultural memory and material life. Editor: Absolutely, a small object that speaks volumes.