Unable to open [object Object]: HTTP 0 attempting to load TileSource

Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

Date

539-540 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, 1951.31.4.348

Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

People

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

Date

539-540 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.348

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-10

Dime 99.5
Coin 99.5
Money 99.5
Nickel 86.9

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

no person 99.7
metalwork 99.2
ancient 98.1
sculpture 95.4
one 95.3
rusty 94.9
retro 93.9
antique 93.6
old 93
armor 92.5
isolate 92.4
shield 92.3
change 90
money 89.8
veil 89.5
currency 88.8
museum 88.5
round out 88.4
copper 88
people 87

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

coin 73.6
money 71.6
currency 69.3
ingot 68.2
coins 64.8
finance 53.4
block 52.8
cash 52.3
brass 48.4
banking 46.1
bank 45.8
memorial 38.1
financial 33.9
pay 31.7
close 28.6
metal 28.2
structure 25.4
collection 25.3
wealth 25.2
object 25
one 24.7
silver 23
exchange 23
old 22.4
business 21.3
change 21.2
collect 20.7
gold 20.6
retro 20.5
economy 20.4
historical 19.8
numismatics 18.8
dollar 18.6
shield 18.4
finances 18.4
cent 17.7
savings 16.8
penny 15.8
monetary 15.7
investment 15.6
buy 15.1
round 14.7
pound 14.5
vintage 14.1
armor 14.1
commerce 14
copper 13.8
amulet 13.1
payment 12.5
shiny 11.9
value 10.7
market 10.7
protective covering 10.6
fastener 10.4
charm 10.3
two 10.2
symbol 10.1
ruble 9.9
coinage 9.9
union 9.7
buckle 9.6
reverse 8.9
currencies 8.9
spend 8.8
closeup 8.8
crisis 8.7
ancient 8.7
funds 7.9
circle 7.8
restraint 7.8
dollars 7.7
us 7.7
rust 7.7
england 7.6
rich 7.5
note 7.4
covering 7.3
success 7.3
antique 7.2
concepts 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-10

Head 97.2
Coin 89.2
Currency 84.8
Artifact 84.1
Money handling 83.9
Money 83.4
Nickel 82.9
Cash 82.1
Circle 74.2
Font 72.8
Metal 71.5
Bronze 66.6
Wood 65.5
Ancient history 65.5
Antique 65.4
Copper 65.1
History 63
Souvenir 60.7
Mint 54.8
Brass 51.7

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-10

coin 100
object 99.9
currency 88.6
money 86.1
text 86
cash 82.3
bronze 82.1
mint 79
money handling 78.7
metal 78.3
nickel 66.1
copper 53.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Coin

Clarifai

Coin 99.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-10

a close up of a coin 84.8%
close up of a coin 81.6%
an old photo of a coin 51.5%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a coin - shaped coin with a woman's face

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-06

two coins with the letters m and m on them

OpenAI GPT

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

The image depicts the front and back of a bronze coin. The coin features intricate designs and inscriptions.

  • On the left side (obverse), the inscriptions are arranged in a circular pattern along the edge of the coin. In the lower portion of the design is a cross and additional motifs.
  • On the right side (reverse), there is a large "M" as the central feature, flanked by various smaller inscriptions. Above and below the "M" are additional symbols, including crosses and letters. The bottom part reads "CON," which is likely an abbreviation or mint mark.

The coin appears to be historical and is shown against a black background with a reference scale on the right-hand side.

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

The image depicts two sides of an ancient coin, likely a Byzantine follis. On the left side of the image is the obverse of the coin, which contains lettering around the periphery, including "DN IVSTINI AN..." which suggests reference to Emperor Justinian or Justin. The central design includes crosses and other decorative elements.

On the right side of the image is the reverse of the coin, featuring a large "M," which is a common denomination mark on Byzantine coins, representing "40 nummi" or a follis. Surrounding the "M" are additional symbols and letters, including "ANNO" indicating the year of reign, and "CON" below, which often signifies the mint of Constantinople. Both sides have complex details consistent with coins of the Byzantine era.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin. On one side, there appears to be a portrait of a person, possibly a ruler or important figure. The other side depicts what looks like a figure standing between two objects, possibly representing some kind of symbolic or religious imagery. The coin has an aged, weathered appearance, indicating it is an ancient artifact.

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

This image shows both sides (obverse and reverse) of what appears to be an ancient Byzantine coin. The coin is made of bronze or copper, showing signs of age with a dark brown patina.

On the obverse (left side), there is a frontal bust wearing imperial regalia including a crown or diadem. The figure appears to be holding a staff or cross. There are traces of text around the rim, though it's not clearly legible in this image.

On the reverse (right side), there is a large letter "M" which was typical of Byzantine follis coins, likely indicating its denomination. There appear to be some additional markings or letters above and below the M.

The coin shows typical wear and aging consistent with ancient bronze coinage, and includes a scale marker on the right side of the image to indicate its size. This type of coin was common during the Byzantine Empire, particularly in the 6th-7th centuries CE.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a close-up view of an ancient Roman coin, showcasing both its obverse and reverse sides. The coin is circular in shape and features a bronze or copper material with a dark patina, indicating its age.

Obverse Side:

  • The obverse side of the coin displays a portrait of a man wearing a helmet and armor, likely representing a Roman emperor or military leader.
  • The inscription "IMP CAESAR TRAIANVS AVG" is visible above the portrait, which translates to "Emperor Caesar Trajan Augustus."
  • The date "GERM" is inscribed below the portrait, indicating that the coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Trajan (98-117 AD).

Reverse Side:

  • The reverse side of the coin features a large letter "M" surrounded by the inscription "P M TR P COS III," which translates to "Proconsul Marcus Traianus, Consul for the third time."
  • The coin also bears the legend "GERM" at the bottom, further confirming its association with Emperor Trajan's reign.

Background:

  • The coin is set against a black background, which helps to highlight its details and texture.
  • A ruler or measuring scale is visible on the right side of the image, providing a sense of scale for the coin's size.

Overall:

  • The image provides a detailed and informative view of an ancient Roman coin, showcasing its design, inscriptions, and historical significance.
  • The coin's condition and patina suggest that it has been well-preserved over the centuries, allowing us to appreciate its intricate details and craftsmanship.

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

The image presents a coin with two distinct sides, each featuring unique designs and inscriptions.

Coin Side 1:

  • The left side of the coin showcases a bust of a man wearing a helmet.
  • The man's attire includes a breastplate adorned with wavy lines, which may represent water or another element.
  • The inscription surrounding the bust is partially illegible but appears to read "CONSTANTINUS" or a similar name.
  • The overall design suggests that this side of the coin depicts a historical figure, possibly a Roman emperor.

Coin Side 2:

  • The right side of the coin features a large "M" at its center.
  • Above the "M" is a cross, while below it are the letters "CON."
  • The inscription surrounding the "M" is also partially illegible but seems to include the word "CONSTANTINOPOLI," which is the Latin name for Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire.
  • The presence of the cross and the reference to Constantinople indicate that this side of the coin is likely related to the Byzantine Empire or Christianity.

Background and Scale:

  • The background of the image is solid black, providing a clean and neutral backdrop for the coin.
  • A scale is visible on the right side of the image, indicating that the coin is approximately 2-3 centimeters in diameter.

In summary, the image presents a coin with two distinct sides, each featuring unique designs and inscriptions. The left side depicts a bust of a man, possibly a Roman emperor, while the right side features a large "M" with a cross and the inscription "CONSTANTINOPOLI." The coin is likely related to the Byzantine Empire or Christianity and measures approximately 2-3 centimeters in diameter.

Amazon Nova

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

The image displays two ancient bronze coins placed side by side on a black background. The coin on the left features an intricate design, prominently showcasing a profile portrait of a crowned individual, possibly a ruler or emperor, holding a cross in one hand and a scepter in the other. The inscription around the portrait reads "DIVS TRIV INV IMP AVGV," indicating the coin's historical significance and likely origin from a specific period and ruler. The coin on the right has a different design, featuring a large letter "M" centrally placed with smaller letters "CON" below it. This coin also has additional symbols and inscriptions, although they are less legible due to the image's resolution. Both coins show signs of wear and patina, suggesting their age and historical value.

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

The image shows two ancient coins, possibly made of bronze, placed on a black background. The coins have a brownish color and are circular in shape. The first coin features a portrait of a person in the center, with some text written around the edge. The second coin has a letter "M" in the center, surrounded by other symbols and text. A ruler with centimeter measurements is placed on the right side of the image.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image displays two sides of a Byzantine bronze coin set against a solid black background. The coin is circular, and appears worn with details of an embossed image. The left side shows a portrait of a person facing forward, seemingly an emperor, in profile with a regal headpiece, holding a cross in the right hand. The coin's outline features an inscription that appears partially visible around the edge.

The right side depicts a large 'M' above the coin's edge, and a cross is positioned to the side. Beneath the 'M' is a line, and further down, 'CON' appears, the beginning of Constantinople, where it was minted. A ruler marked with centimeters is along the right side for scale.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image showcases two sides of an ancient bronze coin, presumably a Byzantine Follis, set against a stark black background. A centimeter scale is visible on the right side, offering a sense of the coin's size.

The coin on the left side features the bust of a Byzantine emperor facing forward. He is adorned with a crown, a detailed robe, and holding a cross. Surrounding the figure is an inscription in Greek.

The coin on the right side displays a large "M", symbolizing the value of 40 nummi. Above the "M" is a cross, flanked by smaller icons or symbols. Below the "M", the letters "CON" are inscribed, indicating the mint of Constantinople.

Both sides of the coin show signs of wear and oxidation, which adds to their antique charm.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient Roman coin. Here's a detailed description of each side:

Obverse (Left Side):

  • The obverse features a profile bust of a figure, likely a Roman emperor or empress, facing right.
  • The figure is wearing a helmet or crown, which is typical of Roman imperial portraiture.
  • The inscription around the bust is partially visible and appears to be in Latin, although it is somewhat worn and difficult to read completely.

Reverse (Right Side):

  • The reverse side depicts a set of standards or symbols, which might be military or religious in nature.
  • The central symbol appears to be an "M" flanked by two other symbols that resemble standards or banners.
  • Below the central symbol, there is the inscription "CON," which is likely part of a larger word or phrase.
  • The reverse side also shows signs of wear, but the details are still discernible.

The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal, as indicated by its color and patina. The presence of a scale on the right side of the image suggests that the coin is being measured or documented, possibly for archaeological or numismatic purposes.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-06

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin. The coin appears to be from the Byzantine Empire, based on the style of the inscription and the depiction on the reverse side.

  • Obverse (Front Side):

    • The coin features a portrait of a rulers, likely a Byzantine emperor, facing right. The ruler has a diadem, indicating a high status, and the head is crowned.
    • The text around the portrait appears to be in Greek, which is typical for Byzantine coins. The inscription likely includes the emperor's name and title.
    • There are crosses and other symbols surrounding the portrait.
  • Reverse (Back Side):

    • The reverse side has a large letter "M" in the center, which might be an abbreviation or a monogram.
    • The text around the "M" includes the Greek letters "ΜΑΝΤ" and "ΝΟΝ," which might be part of a longer inscription.
    • There is also a smaller cross and what appears to be a symbol resembling a star or a tetradecagram (14-pointed star) to the right of the "M."
    • At the bottom of the reverse, there is the word "CON," which could be an abbreviation related to the coin's denomination or production.

The coin is small in size, as indicated by the centimeter scale on the right side of the image. The details on the coin, such as the portrait and inscriptions, provide important historical and numismatic information.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-06

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely from the Byzantine Empire, based on the style and inscriptions.

Obverse (Left side):

  • The obverse features a profile of a person wearing a crown or helmet, possibly representing an emperor or ruler. The person is facing right.
  • There are Latin inscriptions around the edge of the coin. The visible text includes "DN IVSTINVS AVG," which translates to "Our Lord Justinus Augustus," indicating that the coin was likely minted during the reign of Emperor Justin II.
  • There are two crosses on either side of the person's head, a common feature in Byzantine coinage.

Reverse (Right side):

  • The reverse has a simple, symbolic design. It features a large letter "M" with a cross above it, flanked by two stars.
  • There is additional Latin inscription around the edge, including "CON," which stands for "Constantinopolis," indicating that the coin was minted in Constantinople.

The coin appears to be made of bronze and shows signs of wear and age, with some patination and minor damage visible. The ruler on the obverse is likely Justin II, who reigned from 565 to 578 AD. The design and inscriptions are typical of Byzantine coinage from this period.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm