Denarius of Maximinus I c. 236

Editor: Here we have a Denarius, a Roman coin, made by Maximinus I Thrax. The face looks severe, almost intimidating. What story do you think this coin is trying to tell? Curator: Well, imagine holding power, literally stamping your face onto currency. It's a bold statement, isn’t it? This coin screams, "I am in charge!" Maximinus Thrax was a soldier, not a politician. Does it make you wonder what kind of message he wanted to convey? Editor: Absolutely. It's fascinating how much a tiny coin can say. Curator: It truly is. A pocket-sized power play!