Denarius of Antoninus Pius c. 2th century

Editor: Here we have a silver denarius coin of Antoninus Pius, and I'm struck by how something so small can carry so much history. What stories do you think this object whispers to us? Curator: Ah, whispers indeed! Imagine the hands this little coin has passed through. It speaks of Pax Romana, that long period of relative peace and prosperity. Do you see the figure on the reverse? Perhaps a goddess, a symbol of abundance and security that Antoninus sought to project. Editor: It's fascinating how a simple image can embody such grand ideas. Thanks for sharing your insights. Curator: My pleasure! It's a reminder that even the smallest object can be a portal to another time.