Human Generated Data

Title

Solidus of Justinian I, Constantinople

Date

538-545

People

Coin Constituent: Justinian I, Byzantine r. c. 527 - 565 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.312

Human Generated Data

Title

Solidus of Justinian I, Constantinople

People

Coin Constituent: Justinian I, Byzantine r. c. 527 - 565 CE

Date

538-545

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.312

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-07

Coin 97.7
Money 97.7
Nickel 90
Gold 57.3

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

currency 99.4
money 99.2
no person 99
wealth 98.6
isolate 98.1
one 97
change 96.4
cash 94.5
business 94
ancient 93.9
finance 93.7
metalwork 93.6
sculpture 90.5
gold 90.2
five 90.2
copper 89.9
reverse 89.9
symbol 89.9
retro 89.8
cent 89.6

Imagga
created on 2022-05-07

currency 54.8
money 52.8
coin 51.6
finance 41.5
banking 37.7
cash 37.6
coins 35.8
bank 35
metal 27.4
wealth 27
financial 26.8
pay 24
ingot 23.9
antique 21.2
old 20.9
business 20.7
close 20
object 19.8
circle 18.9
economy 18.6
block 18.5
relief 18.5
gold 18.1
one 18
exchange 17.2
silver 16.8
round 16.4
collection 15.3
vintage 14.9
numismatics 14.9
pound 14.5
amulet 14.3
shiny 14.3
historical 14.1
commerce 14
retro 14
dollar 13.9
finances 13.5
change 13.5
symbol 13.5
circular 12.7
investment 11.9
icon 11.9
collect 11.8
copper 11.8
monetary 11.8
art 11.7
payment 11.6
conceptual 11.5
closeup 11.5
charm 11.3
ancient 11.3
cover 11.1
antiquity 11
associated 10.9
association 10.8
definition 10.8
advertise 10.7
market 10.7
advertisement 10.6
advertising 10.6
buy 10.3
bowl 10.3
earth 10.1
decorative 10
element 9.9
ellipse 9.9
decor 9.7
ball 9.7
creative 9.7
decoration 9.5
cloud 9.5
savings 9.3
rich 9.3
backdrop 9.1
treasure 8.7
golden 8.6
design 8.5
form 8.4
history 8.1
cent 7.9
black 7.8
value 7.8
us 7.7
two 7.6
united 7.6
globe 7.4
five-spot 7.4
global 7.3
capital 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-07

Coin 86.9
Currency 84.4
Money 84.3
Artifact 83.7
Wood 81.5
Money handling 81.5
Font 78.8
Circle 76.5
Metal 71.1
Close-up 70.3
Bronze 66.3
History 64
Ancient history 63.3
Antique 63.1
Nickel 61
Gold 57.3
Collectable 56.4
Brass 56.1
Cash 55.3
Macro photography 50.6

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-07

coin 99.9
gold 93.6
bronze 92.3
metal 88
currency 87.7
money 85.8
brass 82.7
cash 80.2
money handling 77
mint 69.2
nickel 68.3
text 62.7
copper 52.5

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Coin

Clarifai

Coin 98.5%

Clarifai

Coin 97.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-07

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-07

a close up of a coin 83.6%
close up of a coin 80.5%
a coin on a surface 70.6%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-06-12

a photograph of a gold coin with a picture of a man on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-03

two gold coins with the image of a man and a woman

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-13

The image shows two sides of a gold coin against a black background. On the left side, the coin appears to feature an inscription encircling the design, which includes a prominent cross. The right side of the coin also has an inscription surrounding a design, which depicts a standing figure holding a cross, accompanied by additional symbols. The coin has detailed artistry and appears to be of historical significance, with metric markings visible on the right side of the image.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-13

The image shows two gold coins placed side by side on a black background. Both coins have intricate designs and inscriptions around their perimeters. The coin on the left features a cross on steps and what appears to be additional decorations or inscriptions, though parts of it are obscured. The coin on the right has a depiction of a robed and winged figure, possibly an angel, holding a long cross. Both coins have inscriptions in a script that appears to be Greek or Latin. There is a scale on the right of the image marked with centimeters, indicating the size of the coins.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image shows two sides of a gold coin. On one side, there is a portrait of a person, likely a ruler or important figure, with text around the edge. On the other side, there is an image of two figures, possibly representing religious or symbolic imagery, with text around the edge. The coin appears to be from an ancient or historical period, based on the style and imagery depicted.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This appears to be an ancient gold coin photographed against a black background. The coin shows detailed engravings or inscriptions, likely featuring text or symbols in an ancient script. The surface has a distinctive golden color and appears to have some wear consistent with its age. The image includes a measurement scale on the right side marked in centimeters, which helps provide scale reference for the coin's size. The coin's texture appears somewhat uneven and worn, which is typical of ancient coinage that has survived through centuries.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image presents a pair of gold coins, each with a unique design and inscription. The coins are circular in shape, with a flat edge and a slightly raised center.

Coin 1:

  • Features a portrait of a man on the obverse side
  • Inscription above the portrait reads "AVT K M AVR ANTONINVS AVG"
  • Inscription below the portrait reads "P M TR P COS III"
  • Reverse side depicts a seated figure holding a scepter and an orb
  • Inscription above the seated figure reads "VICTORIA AVG"
  • Inscription below the seated figure reads "P M TR P COS III"

Coin 2:

  • Features a portrait of a man on the obverse side
  • Inscription above the portrait reads "AVT K M AVR ANTONINVS AVG"
  • Inscription below the portrait reads "P M TR P COS III"
  • Reverse side depicts a seated figure holding a scepter and an orb
  • Inscription above the seated figure reads "VICTORIA AVG"
  • Inscription below the seated figure reads "P M TR P COS III"

Ruler:

  • The coins are attributed to the Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius, who ruled from 138 to 161 AD
  • The inscription "P M TR P COS III" indicates that the emperor was in his third consulship during the year of minting

Minting:

  • The coins were likely minted in Rome, given the presence of the Latin inscription and the style of the portraits
  • The coins are dated to the late 2nd century AD, based on the style of the portraits and the inscription

Condition:

  • The coins appear to be in good condition, with minimal wear and tear
  • The gold surface is still shiny and reflective, indicating that the coins have been well-preserved over time

Significance:

  • The coins provide valuable insights into the reign of Antoninus Pius and the Roman Empire during the 2nd century AD
  • The coins are also significant from a numismatic perspective, as they demonstrate the skill and craftsmanship of ancient Roman coin designers and minters

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image features two gold coins, each with a distinct design. The coin on the left showcases a portrait of a man wearing a crown, while the coin on the right depicts a seated figure. Both coins are circular in shape and have a rough, uneven edge.

The background of the image is black, which helps to highlight the details of the coins. A ruler is visible on the right side of the image, providing a sense of scale and allowing the viewer to estimate the size of the coins. The ruler is marked with centimeter measurements, ranging from 0 to 10 cm.

Overall, the image presents a clear and detailed view of the two gold coins, showcasing their unique designs and features.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

Two gold coins are displayed on a black background. The coins have a golden color and are circular in shape. On the left coin, there is a depiction of a man wearing a crown and holding a cross. The coin has some text written in a foreign language. On the right coin, there is a depiction of a person sitting on a throne with a book in front of them. There is a ruler with some text written in a foreign language.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image shows two gold coins. The coin on the left features an image of a person wearing a crown and holding a staff, with inscriptions surrounding the figure. The coin on the right depicts a seated figure holding a scepter, with inscriptions on the sides. Both coins are circular in shape and appear to be ancient artifacts. A ruler with centimeter markings is visible in the background, indicating the size of the coins.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-02

Here's a description of the image:

The image showcases two ancient, golden coins set against a stark black background. A metric ruler is placed along the right edge for scale.

  • Coin 1 (Left): Displays a portrait of a crowned figure with a cross in front. There's text in a circular format around the portrait.
  • Coin 2 (Right): Depicts two figures, likely standing, with ornate details. The word "CONOB" is inscribed at the bottom. Text surrounds the figures.

The coins appear to be worn and have imperfections, suggesting their age. Their circular forms and the way they're presented highlight them as historical artifacts.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-02

The image shows two sides of a gold coin. One side depicts a portrait of a man wearing a crown, surrounded by text. The other side shows a figure holding a scepter, flanked by two smaller figures, with text below. A ruler in centimeters is on the right of the frame.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image shows two sides of a gold coin, likely from the Byzantine Empire, given the style and iconography.

Left Side (Obverse):

  • The obverse features a bust of a figure, likely an emperor, facing forward.
  • The figure is depicted wearing a crown and elaborate robes, indicative of royal or imperial status.
  • The inscription around the bust is in Greek, typical of Byzantine coinage.

Right Side (Reverse):

  • The reverse side depicts a standing figure, possibly a religious figure such as an angel or saint, holding a cross or staff.
  • The figure is positioned within an architectural framework, which could represent a church or temple.
  • The inscription on this side is also in Greek and includes the word "OB," which is likely part of a longer phrase or name.

Additional Notes:

  • The coin appears to be well-preserved, with clear details and legible inscriptions.
  • The scale on the right side of the image indicates the size of the coin, suggesting it is relatively small.

This coin is likely a historical artifact from the Byzantine period, used for both monetary and symbolic purposes.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-12

The image shows two side-by-side photographs of a gold coin, likely from the Byzantine Empire, based on the style of the figures and inscriptions. The coin is round and appears to be made of gold, with a slightly worn surface, indicating age and historical value.

The obverse (front) of the coin features a bust of a figure, possibly a emperor or a religious figure, wearing a crown. The inscription around the bust is in Greek, which was the primary language of the Byzantine Empire during this time period. The text likely includes a name and a title, which was customary for coins bearing images of sovereigns.

The reverse (back) of the coin displays a religious figure, possibly the Virgin Mary or a saint, holding a cross or a book. The inscription around the image is also in Greek, and the figures and symbols suggest a connection to Christian iconography.

The coin has a diameter of approximately 2 cm, as indicated by the scale on the right side of the image. The design and style of the coin suggest it was minted during the late Byzantine period, possibly between the 12th and 15th centuries.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-12

The image shows two sides of a gold coin set against a black background, with a scale on the right side indicating measurements in centimeters.

On the left side of the coin:

  • The coin features a detailed portrait of a man facing forward, wearing a crown and a beard.
  • The man appears to be a ruler or emperor, depicted in a regal and authoritative manner.
  • The coin has inscriptions around the edge, likely in an ancient language, possibly Latin or Greek.
  • There is a cross at the bottom of the portrait.

On the right side of the coin:

  • The coin shows a religious scene with two figures standing side by side, both holding a cross.
  • The figures appear to be saints or religious leaders, dressed in traditional robes.
  • There are inscriptions around the edge, similar to the other side of the coin.
  • The overall design is intricate, with fine details in the robes and the cross.

The coin appears to be an ancient artifact, possibly from the Byzantine Empire or a similar period, given the style of the portraits and the inscriptions.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm
just
SONOB

Google

cm
cm