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

a photograph of a coin - sized coin with a picture of a man on it

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

two coins with the image of a woman and a man

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

This image shows two sides of a Byzantine bronze coin. The coin has a circular shape and is aged, with visible corrosion and green patina in various places. On the left side (obverse), there is an image of an emperor clad in ceremonial attire, depicted frontally. He is holding a globus cruciger (a sphere with a cross, symbolizing authority and Christianity) in his left hand, while his right hand may be clutching a scepter or standard. Surrounding the figure is a ring of text, which is partially obscured due to wear.

The right side (reverse) prominently features the letter "M," a symbol commonly associated with Byzantine coin designs, indicating the denomination (40 nummi, or a follis). Above the "M" is a cross, and around it are inscriptions, including "ΑΝΝΟ" (Anno, meaning year) and "XII," which likely refers to the regnal year during which the coin was minted. The bottom has the abbreviation "CON," signifying Constantinople, the minting location. The coin is placed on a black background, with a scale on the right displaying measurements in centimeters.

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

The image shows two sides of a Byzantine bronze coin known as a follis from the reign of Emperor Justinian I, minted in Constantinople. The coin is roughly circular and displays some corrosion, evident from the green patches that suggest the presence of oxidation or patina.

On the left side, the obverse features a depiction of Emperor Justinian I. He is shown facing front, wearing a crown and a robe adorned with intricate patterns. Next to him is a depicted cross. The inscription around the emperor reads "DN IVSTINIANVS PP AVG," which stands for "Dominus Noster Justinianus Perpetuus Augustus," meaning "Our Lord Justinian, Eternal Augustus."

On the right side, the reverse shows large central symbols that include an "M" with a cross above it, flanked by "ANNO" on the left and "XII" on the right and "CON" at the bottom. The "M" represents the denomination of the coin (40 nummi or follis). "ANNO XII" indicates the regnal year - year 12 of Justinian's rule. "CON" represents the mint mark for Constantinople, where the coin was produced.

The coin is set against a black background with a ruler marked in centimeters visible on the right edge for scale.

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image shows two ancient bronze coins. The coins appear to be heavily worn and corroded, with a greenish-brown patina covering their surfaces. On one side of the coins, there appears to be an image of a figure, possibly a ruler or deity, wearing a headdress or crown. The other side of the coins features some text or inscriptions, though the details are difficult to make out due to the wear and corrosion. The coins seem to be from an ancient civilization, though I cannot identify any specific individuals or provide more details about their origins or significance.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This image shows both sides (obverse and reverse) of an ancient Byzantine coin. The coin appears to be made of bronze or copper, as evidenced by the green patina visible in some areas. On the obverse (left side), there is a portrait bust with imperial regalia and what appears to be a circular inscription around the edge. The reverse (right side) shows what looks like a large letter "M" or a denomination mark, typical of Byzantine coinage, with some additional text or markings. The coin shows signs of age and wear, with a brownish earthen patina and some green corrosion spots. There appears to be a scale marker on the right side of the image indicating the size in centimeters.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image presents a close-up view of an ancient coin, showcasing its front and back sides.

• The coin's front side features a figure with a crown, accompanied by text that appears to be Latin. The figure is depicted in a seated position, with their right hand raised and holding an object that resembles a scepter or staff. The text surrounding the figure is written in a circular pattern, with some words partially obscured by the raised hand.
• The coin's back side displays a large letter "M" at its center, surrounded by additional text that is also written in Latin. The letter "M" is flanked by two smaller letters, one on either side, which are not clearly legible due to the coin's age and wear. The text on the back side is arranged in a circular pattern, similar to the front side.

In summary, the image provides a detailed view of an ancient coin, highlighting its intricate design and the text that surrounds it. The coin's front side features a seated figure with a crown, while the back side displays a prominent letter "M" surrounded by additional text.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image presents a detailed view of an ancient coin, showcasing its front and back sides. The coin is circular in shape, with a brownish color and visible signs of aging, including greenish patches and scratches.

Front Side:

• The front side of the coin features a prominent figure, likely a king or emperor, wearing a crown and holding a cross.
• The figure is surrounded by an inscription, which appears to be in Latin or Greek, but is not fully legible due to the coin's age and wear.
• The background of the front side is plain, with no additional designs or markings.

Back Side:

• The back side of the coin features a large letter "M" at its center, surrounded by smaller letters and symbols.
• The inscription on the back side is also not fully legible, but it appears to include the name of the ruler or issuer of the coin.
• The background of the back side is similar to the front side, with no additional designs or markings.

Scale:

• A scale is provided on the right side of the image, indicating that the coin is approximately 2-3 cm in diameter.
• The scale is marked with lines and numbers, allowing for precise measurement of the coin's size.

Background:

• The background of the image is solid black, which helps to highlight the details of the coin.
• There are no other objects or features visible in the background, focusing attention solely on the coin.

Overall, the image provides a clear and detailed view of the ancient coin, showcasing its intricate designs and inscriptions. The scale and background help to provide context and highlight the coin's significance.

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

The image shows two ancient bronze coins, possibly from the Byzantine Empire, displayed against a black background. The coins are circular and have a greenish-brown patina with visible corrosion. The coin on the left has an image of a crowned figure, likely a Byzantine emperor, holding a scepter and a globe. The coin on the right has an inscription that reads "M 12 XII CON" with a cross symbol. The coins appear to be in good condition, with clear details and inscriptions.

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

The image shows two ancient coins. The coin on the left is circular in shape, with a central figure of a person wearing a crown and holding a staff. The figure is surrounded by a circle of text, which is partially obscured by the edge of the coin. The coin on the right is also circular, with a cross in the center and a circle of text surrounding it. The text on both coins is in a foreign language.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows two sides of an antique-looking coin against a black background. A measuring scale is visible along the right edge of the frame, indicating the size of the coin in centimeters.

The left side of the coin features a figure in the center, likely a representation of a religious or historical figure, potentially a saint or ruler. The figure is wearing a headpiece and robes, with details suggesting fine embroidery or intricate design. A small cross is visible on the left side of the figure. The coin is inscribed with text that circles the figure in the center.

The right side of the coin has a large "M" in the center, with a small cross at the top. Additional characters are arranged around the "M," potentially representing a denomination or abbreviation. Below the "M," there is the inscription "CON." The overall texture of the coin suggests wear and age.

The color of the coin is a dull bronze or copper color, with some signs of corrosion or patina, indicated by green spots on the surface.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image presents two sides of an ancient bronze coin, likely a Byzantine coin. The coin is circular and displays a considerable amount of wear, with a brownish-green patina covering its surface.

• Obverse (Front): The obverse side features a bust of a figure, possibly a ruler. The figure wears a headdress and is surrounded by an inscription in what appears to be Greek lettering. The figure has a cross to the right.
• Reverse (Back): The reverse side features a large "M" (likely representing "miliaresion," a unit of value) with a cross above and to its right. There are other letters and numbers around the M. The word "CON" can be seen at the bottom.

The overall appearance suggests the coin is of some age.

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin. The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal and has a patina indicating its age.

Left Side (Obverse):

• The obverse side features a bust of a person facing right, likely a ruler or significant figure. The person is depicted with a halo or radiate crown, which often signifies divinity or imperial status.
• There are inscriptions around the bust, though they are partially worn and difficult to read entirely. The visible parts of the inscription seem to be in Latin.
• Below the bust, there appears to be a depiction of a military scene, possibly showing soldiers or a structure like a bridge.

Right Side (Reverse):

• The reverse side of the coin shows a stylized representation of a military standard or labarum, which is a vexillum (military standard) that displays a Christian symbol.
• The inscription around the labarum is partially legible. The visible letters include "D N" at the beginning, "CON" at the bottom, and "XII" to the right, which might indicate a numeral or a significant date or number.
• The labarum is flanked by the Greek letters alpha (A) and omega (Ω), which are Christian symbols representing the beginning and the end, often associated with Christ.

The coin likely dates to the Roman Empire period, given the style and the symbols used. The presence of Christian symbols suggests it could be from the later Roman Empire when Christianity became more prominent.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely from the Roman Empire, displayed against a black background. The coin appears to be made of a dark metal, possibly bronze, with visible signs of age such as tarnishing and small greenish spots, indicating copper corrosion. On the left side, there is a depiction of a seated figure, possibly a representation of a deity or an emperor, holding a prowed boat or ship, which is significant in Roman iconography, symbolizing naval power or a specific deity associated with the sea. Above the figure, there is an inscription in Latin. The right side of the coin features a large "M" in the center, which could represent the monetary value or the Roman numeral for 1000, indicating the denomination of the coin. Surrounding the "M" are additional letters and symbols, likely a legend or a mint mark. The edge of the coin also has inscriptions, some of which are partially obscured, but they are likely names, titles, or other identifying information about the coin's origin or the issuing authority. The presence of a ruler or scale on the right edge of the image suggests that the photograph is intended for detailed study, possibly for historical or numismatic purposes.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely from the Byzantine Empire.

• Left Side (Obverse): Features a portrait of a figure, possibly an emperor, facing forward. The figure is wearing a crown or diadem and holding a globus cruciger (a sphere topped with a cross) in one hand and an object that appears to be a scepter or staff in the other. The inscription around the edge is in Greek, which is typical for Byzantine coins. The coin shows signs of age with some green patina and wear.

• Right Side (Reverse): Displays a large "M" in the center, which is a common symbol on Byzantine coins, often representing the denomination or mint mark. The inscription around the edge includes "CON," which likely refers to Constantinopolis (Constantinople), the capital of the Byzantine Empire. The coin also has green patina and wear, indicating its age.

The scale on the right side of the image indicates the coin's size, showing it to be a few centimeters in diameter. The overall condition of the coin suggests it is an ancient artifact with historical significance.