Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

Date

538-539 CE

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, 1951.31.4.329

Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

People

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

Date

538-539 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.329

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-10

Coin 94.3
Money 94.3
Nature 88.5
Outdoors 88.5
Astronomy 88.5
Night 88.5
Outer Space 88.5
Universe 88.5
Space 88.5
Dime 59.2

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

no person 98.8
isolate 98.7
ancient 98.4
metalwork 97
one 94.1
symbol 93.6
sculpture 92.3
art 90.6
retro 89.7
old 87.1
veil 87.1
antique 84.4
armor 83.6
crown 82.4
museum 82.4
shield 81.5
people 81
archaeology 80.4
prehistoric 79.8
emperor 78.1

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

currency 48.5
coin 46.8
money 46
ceramic ware 42.6
shield 39.2
finance 34.7
cash 33.9
china 33.9
coins 30.9
armor 30.8
bank 30.5
banking 30.4
porcelain 28.2
utensil 27.8
earthenware 26.1
earth 23.8
protective covering 23.2
majolica 22.9
financial 22.3
close 22.3
globe 22.3
object 22
old 21.6
pay 21.1
collection 20.8
circle 19.8
metal 19.3
art 18.2
silver 16.8
one 16.5
global 16.4
mosaic 16.3
business 15.8
covering 15.5
wealth 15.3
historical 15.1
economy 14.9
retro 14.8
planet 14.3
commerce 14
dollar 13.9
numismatics 13.9
round 13.8
collect 13.8
circular 13.6
bowl 13.5
exchange 13.4
cloud 12.9
shiny 12.7
design 12.6
ball 12.4
vintage 12.4
backdrop 12.4
creative 12.4
cover 12
associated 11.8
ellipse 11.8
association 11.8
definition 11.8
advertise 11.7
advertisement 11.6
element 11.6
advertising 11.5
decor 11.5
conceptual 11.5
closeup 11.5
black 11.4
ancient 11.3
moon 11.1
sphere 11.1
decorative 10.9
world 10.6
decoration 10.3
icon 10.3
antique 10.3
form 10.2
change 9.6
symbol 9.4
savings 9.3
space 9.3
market 8.9
graphic 8.8
map 8.7
payment 8.7
buy 8.5
data 8.2
penny 7.9
copper 7.9
ingot 7.8
finances 7.7
rust 7.7
creation 7.6
investment 7.3
history 7.2
science 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-10

Coin 88.7
Artifact 86
Currency 84.7
Money 84.1
Nickel 82.7
Cash 78.1
Font 77.7
Circle 74.3
Wood 71
Metal 70.1
Collectable 67.8
Ancient history 67.3
History 65.8
Bronze 65.7
Antique 65.4
Souvenir 64.2
Money handling 63.3
Brass 53.9
Lead 50.4

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-10

coin 99.9
currency 82.4
money 78.3
cash 73.8
money handling 67.9
bronze 66.5
text 64.9
mint 56.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Moon

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Moon 88.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-10

the face of a coin 65.2%
a close up of a coin 65.1%
a close up of the face of a coin 61%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a pair of ancient roman coins with a man on the other side

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-28

two ancient coins with the image of a woman on them

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-14

This image shows two sides of an ancient Byzantine bronze coin. The coin exhibits a greenish patina, which is typical for aged bronze.

On the left side, known as the obverse, there is a worn depiction of a crowned figure, likely an emperor or Christ, holding ornate symbols such as a cross or scepter in their hands. The figure is surrounded by a circular border of text, probably legends identifying the individual or expressing religious or regal significance.

On the right side, known as the reverse, there is a large "M" prominently displayed in the center, a typical feature of Byzantine coins. This "M" represents the denomination of 40 nummi (a follis). Around the "M," additional letters and symbols are visible. The inscription likely denotes the mintmark or geographic origin of the coin, with "CON" referencing Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire.

To the right side of the image, a scale in centimeters provides a sense of the coin's size.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-14

The image features two sides of an ancient coin. On the left side of the image is the obverse of the coin, which depicts a portrait of an emperor wearing a crown and holding a cross in one hand and a globus cruciger in the other. The portrait is surrounded by an inscription that is partially legible, characteristic of Byzantine coinage.

On the right side of the image is the reverse of the coin, which prominently features the letter "M" at the center. The letter is flanked by additional symbols and Greek letters. Below the "M" is the inscription "CON," which likely stands for Constantinople, indicating the mint where the coin was produced. These elements are typical of Byzantine copper coins known as follis, especially from the 6th to 7th centuries. The coin has a green patina, indicative of its age and copper content. The image includes a scale on the right side, showing the approximate size of the coin in centimeters.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image shows two sides of an ancient bronze coin. On one side, there appears to be an inscription in an ancient script, possibly Greek or Latin. The other side depicts what looks like a religious or symbolic image, possibly a cross or other religious symbol. The coin has a weathered, aged appearance, indicating it is an ancient artifact. The image provides a detailed view of this historical numismatic item.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-17

This image shows both sides of what appears to be an ancient Byzantine bronze coin (follis). The obverse (left side) shows a frontal bust portrait with what looks like imperial regalia and religious symbols typical of Byzantine coinage. The reverse (right side) shows a large letter "M" which typically indicated the denomination of 40 nummi, along with other Greek letters or mint marks. The coin has a green patina characteristic of aged bronze, and despite some wear, the details are still visible. The image includes a scale marker at the bottom right, indicating this is likely a professional numismatic photograph.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a coin, likely from the Byzantine Empire, featuring a portrait of a man on one side and an inscription on the other.

  • The coin is circular in shape, with a diameter of approximately 2.5 cm.
    • The coin's surface is made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, and exhibits a greenish patina due to aging.
    • The coin's edges are slightly worn, indicating its age and handling over time.
  • The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of a man, likely a Byzantine emperor.
    • The portrait is depicted in a classical style, with the man facing forward and wearing a beard.
    • The man's facial features are rendered in some detail, including his nose, mouth, and eyes.
    • The inscription "BASILEVS" is written in Greek letters above the man's head, indicating that he is an emperor.
  • The reverse (back) side of the coin features an inscription in Greek letters.
    • The inscription reads "MICA" and is surrounded by a wreath-like design.
    • The letters are arranged in a circular pattern, with each letter overlapping the next to form a continuous band.
    • The inscription is likely a reference to the coin's denomination or value.

In summary, the coin depicted in the image is a Byzantine coin featuring a portrait of a man on one side and an inscription on the other. The coin's age and condition suggest that it is an important historical artifact, providing valuable insights into the culture and economy of the Byzantine Empire.

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

The image depicts two ancient coins, each with distinct designs and inscriptions. The coin on the left features a face in the center, surrounded by illegible text. The coin on the right has a large "M" in the center, accompanied by additional text that is also difficult to decipher.

Both coins appear to be made of bronze or copper and have a greenish patina, indicating their age. They are displayed against a black background, which helps to highlight their details. 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.

Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistry of ancient coin makers. The coins' intricate designs and inscriptions offer a window into the culture and history of the time period in which they were created.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image depicts two ancient bronze coins, likely from the Byzantine Empire. The coins are displayed on a black background, with a ruler on the right side for scale. The coin on the left features an intricate design with a human figure, possibly a ruler or a deity, wearing a crown and holding a scepter. The coin on the right has a large letter "M" in the center, surrounded by Greek letters and symbols. The coins appear to be worn and have a greenish patina, indicating their age and historical significance.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image shows two coins placed side by side on a black background. The coins are circular in shape and appear to be made of bronze or copper. The left coin features a portrait of a man wearing a crown and holding a scepter, while the right coin displays the letter "M" in the center, surrounded by other letters and symbols. The coins have a worn and aged appearance, suggesting that they are ancient or historical artifacts.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-13

The image shows two sides of what appears to be an old, weathered coin. The coin has a greenish-brown patina suggesting it's likely made of bronze or a similar metal and has undergone oxidation over time.

On the left coin, there's a stylized depiction of a figure, possibly a ruler or deity, wearing what seems like a crown or headdress. The figure is surrounded by intricate designs and possibly inscriptions. The details are worn due to age, but you can make out a sense of the figure's attire.

On the right coin, there is a large "M" at the center, with Greek letters surrounding it.

A ruler with centimeter markings is present on the right side of the image, indicating the coin's size.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-13

Certainly! Here's a description of the image you sent:

Overall Impression:

The image features two sides of an ancient bronze coin. They appear to be well-preserved, with visible details and a patina suggesting age.

Left Side (Obverse):

  • The obverse features a portrait, likely of a ruler or important figure. The image looks to depict a person with a halo, long flowing hair and a face that appears to be a noble figure. There's text around the edges, probably an inscription. A cross is visible.

Right Side (Reverse):

  • The reverse has a large capital "M" in the center. The "M" most likely refers to the Roman Numeral. Around the "M" are inscriptions.

Material and Condition:

  • The coin is made of a bronze-like metal, evident from the color and patina.
  • The coin is in good shape, with the details of the images still discernible, even though it shows signs of age and wear.

Additional Notes:

  • A ruler appears to be on the right.
  • The black background and the ruler on the right side, allows a good contrast between the coin and the background.
  • The ruler on the right, allows a good contrast between the coin and the background.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin.

On the left side (obverse):

  • The coin features a bust of a person, likely a ruler or significant figure, facing forward.
  • The person is wearing a crown or diadem, indicating royalty or high status.
  • The inscription around the edge of the coin appears to be in a classical script, possibly Latin or Greek.

On the right side (reverse):

  • The design includes several symbols and letters.
  • There is a prominent "M" in the center, which might signify a mint mark or a numerical value.
  • Surrounding the "M" are various symbols and possibly abbreviations or letters that could denote the issuing authority or the value of the coin.
  • The word "CON" is visible at the bottom, which is likely part of a larger inscription.

The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal, as indicated by its greenish patina, which is typical of ancient bronze artifacts. The scale on the right side of the image suggests that the coin is relatively small, likely around 1-2 centimeters in diameter.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-13

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely from the Byzantine Empire, given the style of the text and the presence of a crown-like head, which is characteristic of Byzantine portraits. The coin appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze, with a greenish patina indicating age and prolonged exposure to the elements.

  • Obverse (Front Side): The left side of the image shows the obverse of the coin. It features a crowned head, likely that of a Byzantine emperor, facing to the left. Below the head, there is text in Greek, which is likely the name of the emperor and other identifying marks. The text is partially legible, but it appears to include letters such as "AV" and "N," which might be part of a name or title. The design also includes a cross and some ornamental elements around the head.

  • Reverse (Back Side): The right side of the image shows the reverse of the coin. This side displays the same Greek text around the central symbol, which appears to be a cross or a modified cross. The text is in the same style as the obverse, suggesting it is a title or name. The overall design is simpler compared to the obverse.

The coin is set against a black background, and there is a ruler on the far right side of the image, indicating the diameter of the coin. The scale is marked in centimeters, suggesting a measure of about 2.2 cm. The coin shows signs of wear and patina, typical of an ancient artifact.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-13

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely of Byzantine origin, given the style and inscriptions.

Left Side (Obverse):

  • The obverse features a detailed portrait of a crowned figure, possibly an emperor or a religious leader, facing forward.
  • The figure is wearing a diadem and a cross on the chest, which is typical of Byzantine iconography.
  • The background and the figure's clothing are decorated with intricate patterns and symbols.
  • There are inscriptions around the rim of the coin, which appear to be in Greek or Latin, though they are not fully legible in the image.

Right Side (Reverse):

  • The reverse side of the coin has a large, prominent cross in the center.
  • Surrounding the cross are inscriptions, again likely in Greek or Latin, with the letters "M" and "O" being particularly noticeable.
  • The overall design is simpler compared to the obverse, focusing on the cross and the inscriptions.

The coin shows signs of age and wear, with some areas of corrosion and discoloration, indicating its historical value. The scale on the right side of the image suggests that the coin is approximately 2-3 centimeters in diameter.

Text analysis

Amazon

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