Quarter-Unit of Kanishka I c. 2th century

Curator: Here we have a quarter-unit coin created by Kanishka I. The weight is 4.08 grams. Editor: It has a rough, aged quality, almost like something unearthed from the earth itself. Curator: Exactly. These coins are symbolic testaments to power. Look at the ruler depicted. The iconography suggests a blending of cultures. Editor: I see that now. The figure is rendered frontally and appears regal. Does it represent a deity or perhaps Kanishka himself? Curator: The coin served not just as currency but also as propaganda, disseminating images of power and faith throughout the empire. Notice the intentional placement of the figure. Editor: I hadn't thought about it that way. Seeing it as a designed artifact changes my perception. Curator: Indeed. These small objects offer a tangible connection to the past.