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Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

Date

541-542 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, 1951.31.4.367

Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

People

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

Date

541-542 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.367

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-10

Dime 99.6
Coin 99.6
Money 99.6
Nickel 97.7

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

no person 99.6
sculpture 98.8
metalwork 98.4
one 97.8
ancient 94.4
two 92.9
people 89.9
veil 89.9
money 88.6
shield 88.4
museum 87.8
retro 87.6
side view 87.5
art 85.6
old 85.4
prehistoric 84.5
religion 83.1
armor 79.5
round out 79.4
rusty 78.8

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

currency 35.9
money 34.9
coin 31.5
coins 29
cash 26.6
finance 25.4
invertebrate 25.2
trilobite 24.3
banking 23
old 22.3
object 21.3
bank 20.6
close 20
collection 19.9
arthropod 19.7
round 19
pay 18.2
moon 17.3
earthenware 17.1
historical 17
shield 16.5
retro 16.4
numismatics 15.8
collect 15.8
metal 14.5
vintage 13.2
black 13.2
armor 13.2
ceramic ware 13.1
animal 13
stone 12.5
silver 12.4
planet 12.2
ancient 11.3
fastener 11.1
astronomy 10.8
financial 10.7
night 10.7
earth 10.1
closeup 10.1
protective covering 10.1
dark 10
ruble 9.9
nut 9.8
detail 9.7
antique 9.5
walnut 9.3
economy 9.3
full 9.1
one 9
copper 8.8
restraint 8.6
space 8.5
utensil 8.5
commerce 8.4
food 8.1
circle 8
science 8
covering 8
business 7.9
design 7.9
finances 7.7
crater 7.5
globe 7.4
brown 7.4
wealth 7.2
shiny 7.1
pepper 7.1
surface 7.1
amulet 7.1
sky 7

Google
created on 2022-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-10

coin 99.8
bronze 77.6
currency 74.2
money 69
mint 67.9
cash 61.3
money handling 59.6
nickel 54.5

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Coin

Clarifai

Coin 99.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

paintings art 99.9%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-10

a close up of a coin 87.5%
close up of a coin 84.9%
a coin on a surface 75.7%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

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

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-29

two coins with the image of a man and a woman

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts two sides of an ancient coin.

Left side:

  • The left side shows a portrait of a figure, possibly an emperor or ruler, wearing a crown or helmet. The details are worn, making it difficult to discern specific facial features or attire clearly. Greek, Latin, or symbolic inscriptions encircle the portrait, but they are faded.

Right side:

  • The right side features a bold, centrally placed "M," potentially representing a numerical value or denomination (possibly 40 nummi, a Byzantine copper coin). Smaller symbols or engravings, such as "X" and "U," also appear. There are faint inscriptions or patterns around the edge.

General observations:

  • The coin exhibits a dark patina, indicating age, wear, and possible exposure to the elements over time. It likely dates from the Byzantine or later Roman period, based on its design elements. The vertical scale on the right gives a sense of the actual size.

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely a Byzantine bronze follis. The left side features a depiction of an emperor in bust form, wearing a crown and robe, surrounded by an inscription in Greek letters, though the details are a bit worn and hard to decipher. The right side displays a large letter "M" in the center, which is typical of Byzantine folles, and has Greek letters around it. The background is black, emphasizing the coin's details, and there are vertical lines on the right side of the image, possibly for scale, marked in centimeters. The coin is dark brown, indicating its age and the material, likely bronze.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin. The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal. On one side, there is an image that resembles a human face or profile, while the other side displays what looks like some kind of text or symbols. The coin has an aged, weathered appearance, suggesting it is an artifact from an ancient civilization.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image shows two ancient bronze coins side by side against a black background. The coins appear to be from the Byzantine Empire based on the style and imagery. Both coins depict a crowned male bust in profile facing right, likely portraying the reigning Byzantine emperor at the time the coins were minted. The reverse sides show the letters "M" which was a common denomination mark on Byzantine coinage. The coins have an aged, worn appearance consistent with their antiquity.

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

This appears to be an ancient coin or medallion photographed against a black background with a measurement scale visible on the right side. The coin appears to be made of a dark metal, possibly bronze or copper, and shows significant age and wear. The surface has some visible design elements or inscriptions, though they are somewhat worn and difficult to make out clearly in this image. The edge of the coin appears to have a scalloped or serrated pattern. The overall shape is oval or circular, and the patina suggests considerable age. The scale on the right indicates this is likely a close-up, detailed archaeological or numismatic photograph used for documentation or study purposes.

Meta Llama

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 both its front and back sides. The coin is circular in shape, with a dark brown color that suggests it has been weathered over time.

Front Side:
The front side of the coin features a prominent letter "M" in the center, surrounded by smaller letters and symbols that are not easily legible. The surface of the coin appears to be slightly worn, with some areas showing signs of erosion or damage.

Back Side:
The back side of the coin displays a more intricate design, with several lines of text and symbols etched into the metal. The text appears to be written in an ancient language, and the symbols resemble those found on other ancient coins. The back side also shows signs of wear and tear, with some areas appearing more worn than others.

Background:
The background of the image is a solid black, which helps to highlight the details of the coin. A ruler is visible on the right side of the image, indicating that the coin is approximately 2 cm in diameter.

Overall:
The image provides a detailed view of an ancient coin, showcasing its unique design and historical significance. The coin's weathered appearance suggests that it has been handled and used extensively over the years, and the intricate details on its surface offer a glimpse into the culture and society of the time period in which it was created.

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

The image presents a pair of ancient coins, accompanied by a ruler for scale. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin featuring an indistinct face and the right coin displaying the letters "M" and "X" in a circular pattern.

Key Features:

  • Coins: The coins are circular in shape and have a dark brown color, suggesting they are made of metal.
  • Face: The left coin features an indistinct face, which appears to be a portrait of a person.
  • Letters: The right coin displays the letters "M" and "X" in a circular pattern, possibly indicating the coin's denomination or origin.
  • Ruler: A ruler is placed vertically along the right edge of the image, providing a scale for measuring the size of the coins.
  • Background: The background of the image is black, which helps to highlight the details of the coins.

Conclusion:

The image provides a clear view of the two ancient coins, allowing the viewer to examine their features and details. The inclusion of a ruler adds context to the image, enabling the viewer to understand the size of the coins. Overall, the image is a useful resource for anyone interested in numismatics or the study of ancient coins.

Amazon Nova

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

The image displays two ancient bronze coins against a black background. The coin on the left features an image of a ruler, possibly a king or emperor, with intricate details such as a crown, a beard, and a laurel wreath around the head, indicating the coin's historical significance. The coin on the right shows the letters "MX" prominently, with "M" being larger and more detailed, and "X" positioned beneath it. The letters are accompanied by a cross-like symbol, suggesting a religious or symbolic meaning. The coins are worn and have a dark, aged patina, indicating their age and the passage of time. The coins are placed next to a ruler marked with centimeters, providing a sense of scale.

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

The image shows two ancient coins on a black background. The coins appear to be made of bronze or copper. The coin on the left shows a profile of a man's head with a crown on it. The coin on the right shows a large letter "M" with the letters "M" and "X" above and below it. The coins are displayed next to a ruler for scale.

Google Gemini

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

The image contains two views of an ancient coin set against a black background. A metric ruler is placed to the right of the coins, presumably for scale.

On the left, the coin features a profile portrait, possibly of a historical figure or ruler, facing left. Traces of inscription are visible around the portrait.

The coin on the right presents a design that includes large letters and perhaps numerical symbols, arranged in a stacked format. This side may represent the value or other information related to the coin's origin and purpose.

The overall appearance of the coins suggests they are made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, and exhibit significant wear and patina consistent with their age.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image features two ancient-looking, dark-brown coins, likely made of bronze or a similar metal. They are set against a plain black background and positioned horizontally.

Coin 1 (Left):

  • Appears to be the front of the coin.
  • It features a portrait of a person in profile.
  • Around the portrait are some partially readable letters, suggesting a name or inscription.
  • The shape is irregular, indicating the coin may have been worn or poorly manufactured.

Coin 2 (Right):

  • Appears to be the back of the coin.
  • Displays a large "M" at the center.
  • Also present are "X" and "U" on the coin with what seems to be "N" beneath the "U".
  • It also has an irregular shape and signs of wear.

General Impression:

The coins are clearly old, likely historical artifacts. The image is a studio shot, with a ruler in centimeters positioned on the right side, suggesting scale and measurement purposes. The high contrast between the coins and the background is designed to highlight their details.

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, the coin features a profile portrait of a person facing to the right. The details of the face are not very clear due to the wear and tear of the coin, but it appears to be a bust, likely of a ruler or significant figure from the period. The portrait is surrounded by an inscription, but the letters are not easily discernible.

On the right side, the coin displays a design with two prominent letters, which appear to be "M" and "A," possibly part of a larger inscription. Below these letters, there are two vertical lines, which might represent standards or staffs. There are also additional symbols and letters around the central design, but they are worn and difficult to read.

The coin appears to be made of a metal that has darkened with age, possibly bronze or copper. The edges of the coin are irregular, indicating significant wear. The scale on the right side of the image suggests the coin is relatively small, likely a few 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. The coin appears to be irregularly shaped, possibly due to wear or deliberate design, and has a dark, possibly metallic surface with some areas showing signs of corrosion or patina.

The left side of the coin features an inscription or design that is difficult to interpret definitively due to the image's resolution and the coin's condition. There are symbols and what appear to be letters or characters that could be of an ancient script, possibly Greek or Roman, given the style of the letters.

The right side of the coin has a large, prominent letter "M" in the center, flanked by smaller characters or symbols on either side. The "M" is stylized and stands out prominently on the coin. The smaller characters around it are also part of the inscription and may include letters and symbols that are characteristic of the coin's origin or the issuing authority.

The coin is placed against a black background, and there is a ruler on the right side of the image, indicating the size of the coin. The ruler shows that the coin is approximately 2.5 centimeters in diameter. The overall appearance suggests that this is an artifact from an ancient civilization, possibly from the Mediterranean region, given the style of the inscriptions and the letter "M," which could be related to the Minyae region or another historical context.

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

This image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely of medieval or early modern origin, given the style of the engravings and the metal's patina. The coin appears to be made of a dark metal, possibly bronze or a similar alloy, and shows significant wear and aging.

Obverse (Left Side):

  • The obverse side features an engraved image of two figures facing each other, possibly saints or religious figures, given the context of the cross in the background.
  • The figures are dressed in what appear to be robes or tunics, suggesting a historical or religious narrative.
  • A cross is prominently displayed between the two figures, indicating a Christian theme.
  • There is some text engraved around the edge, but it is partially worn and difficult to decipher fully. The visible text includes "ANNO DOMINI," a common phrase in historical inscriptions, suggesting a date or dedication.

Reverse (Right Side):

  • The reverse side includes a large, prominent "M," which could stand for a mint mark, a monogram, or an abbreviation for a specific location or authority.
  • Below the "M," there are additional letters or symbols, including "IV," which could represent a number (4) or part of a larger inscription.
  • The design is simpler compared to the obverse, focusing more on the lettering and less on detailed imagery.

Additional Notes:

  • The coin is slightly irregular in shape, with some imperfections along the edges, suggesting it may have been hand-struck.
  • A scale is present on the right side of the image, indicating the coin's size relative to centimeters. The coin appears to be about 2.5 to 3 cm in diameter.

Overall, the coin seems to be a religious or commemorative piece, possibly issued by a Christian institution or authority. The specific details and context would require further historical analysis.

Text analysis

Amazon

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