Coin of Nasir al-Din Artuq Arslan 1202 - 1203

Curator: This is a coin of Nasir al-Din Artuq Arslan. The wear tells a story, doesn't it? Editor: Absolutely. It feels like finding a pebble on the beach, worn smooth by time. Curator: Exactly. Each side offers a glimpse into the Artuqid dynasty and their worldview. The animal figure represents power, but it's power rooted in a specific historical and cultural context. Editor: It’s amazing to imagine all the hands this little piece has passed through. What it purchased, what stories it could tell! It's a poem of survival. Curator: Indeed. Its material existence becomes a testament to enduring power relations. Editor: I love that! Makes me think differently about what value truly is.