Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

Date

542-543 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, 1951.31.4.371

Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

People

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

Date

542-543 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.371

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-10

Dime 99.8
Coin 99.8
Money 99.8
Nickel 92.9

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

no person 99.3
metalwork 99.1
sculpture 98.6
ancient 98.2
one 96.9
old 94.1
retro 93.4
money 91.6
isolate 91.3
shield 91.3
antique 90.5
copper 90.3
people 88.4
armor 87.9
round out 87.1
museum 86.1
veil 85.9
currency 85.5
religion 84.9
art 84.3

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

shield 63.9
money 63.1
currency 62.1
coin 60.2
armor 50.7
coins 48.4
cash 46.8
finance 46.6
banking 43.3
bank 39.5
protective covering 38.4
brass 37.3
pay 30.8
metal 30.7
financial 30.4
memorial 27.5
old 26.5
close 26.3
wealth 26.1
amulet 25.8
covering 25.5
object 25
collection 24.4
economy 22.3
business 21.9
historical 21.7
gold 21.4
charm 20.4
one 20.2
retro 19.7
structure 19.3
exchange 19.1
collect 18.7
silver 18.6
change 18.3
vintage 18.2
ingot 17
numismatics 16.9
commerce 15.9
cent 15.8
shiny 15.1
savings 14.9
dollar 14.9
pound 14.5
finances 14.5
circle 13.8
copper 13.8
block 13.1
ancient 13
round 13
antique 13
buy 12.2
investment 11.9
monetary 11.8
fastener 11.6
penny 10.9
market 10.7
art 10.2
ruble 9.9
value 9.7
debt 9.7
two 9.3
rich 9.3
carving 9.1
conceptual 8.8
closeup 8.8
circular 8.8
restraint 8.7
states 8.7
decoration 8.7
us 8.7
payment 8.7
buckle 8.4
cover 8.3
symbol 8.1
history 8.1
decor 8
reverse 7.9
coinage 7.9
associated 7.9
association 7.9
definition 7.9
advertise 7.8
crisis 7.8
economic 7.8
golden 7.8
advertisement 7.7
rust 7.7
advertising 7.7
united 7.6
bronze 7.6
decorative 7.5
bowl 7.5
backdrop 7.4
earth 7.3
icon 7.1
creative 7.1
ball 7

Google
created on 2022-05-10

Coin 88.7
Money handling 85.3
Artifact 83.8
Currency 83.6
Money 82.7
Nickel 82.6
Cash 81.5
Circle 74.6
Font 73.2
Metal 69
Ancient history 66.5
Antique 65.8
Bronze 65.6
Copper 64.8
History 62.5
Brass 56
Gold 55.1
Collectable 55
Mint 54.2
Macro photography 51.9

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-10

coin 100
currency 91.6
money 90.2
bronze 89.1
cash 87.2
money handling 84.6
mint 82.8
metal 81.3
nickel 74.9
copper 64.2
saving 61.1
dark 38.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Coin

Clarifai

Coin 97.4%

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 84.4%
close up of a coin 81.5%
a coin in a dark room 64.7%

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 coin on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-04

two coins with the image of a man and a woman

OpenAI GPT

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

This image displays two sides of an ancient coin:

  • The obverse (left side) features a finely detailed image, likely of a prominent figure such as an emperor or a deity, wearing a crown or headpiece and holding a staff or cross. Surrounding the central figure is text inscribed in a circular pattern, which appears to be in Greek or Latin.

  • The reverse (right side) includes a large stylized "M" in the center, possibly indicating its denomination. Additional symbols or letters are visible on either side and below the "M," including "CON," which could signify Constantinople or another mint location. The surrounding ornamental details and inscriptions suggest the coin was meant for official use.

The dark brown color and patina indicate the coin is made of bronze or another copper alloy and has aged significantly. The scale on the right provides measurement context in centimeters, emphasizing the small size of the coin.

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

This image shows two sides of an ancient coin, which appears to be Byzantine. The coin has a brown metallic appearance, indicating it might be made of bronze or copper.

The obverse (left side) of the coin shows a figure, likely an emperor or a religious figure, facing forward. The figure is wearing intricate garments and a crown or a halo and holds a scepter or cross. There is an inscription around the figure, although it is worn and difficult to read.

The reverse (right side) features a large "M" in the center, typically used in Byzantine coins to denote the denomination of 40 nummi (a large bronze coin known as a follis). There are additional symbols and Greek letters around it, including "ANNO" and a series of numbers that likely indicate the year of the reign of the emperor. The letters "CON" at the bottom refer to the mint of Constantinople.

To the right of the image, there is a measurement scale in centimeters (cm), indicating the size of the coin. The background is black, highlighting the coin's details.

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 an image of a person's head or profile, surrounded by text. On the other side, there is an image that looks like a building or structure, also surrounded by text. The coin appears to be made of a bronze or copper-like material and has an aged, weathered appearance.

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

This image shows an ancient coin or seal with intricate engravings on its surface. The object appears to be made of bronze or copper, given its brownish patina and aged appearance. It's oval in shape and photographed against a black background with a measurement scale visible on the right side. The surface contains what appears to be text or symbolic inscriptions, though they're somewhat worn with age. The artifact seems to be of historical significance, possibly from an ancient civilization or medieval period. The detail and craftsmanship of the engravings suggest it was an important official or ceremonial item.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a coin, showcasing both its front and back sides. The coin is circular in shape, with a brownish hue that suggests it has undergone some level of aging or wear.

Front Side:
The front side of the coin features an embossed image of a man wearing a helmet. The man is depicted in a seated position, facing forward, and appears to be holding an object in his right hand. Above the man's head, there is a circular inscription that reads "IMP CAESAR TRAIANVS AVG GERMANICVS P M" in Latin. This inscription likely indicates that the coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who ruled the Roman Empire from 98 to 117 AD.

Back Side:
The back side of the coin displays a large letter "M" in the center, surrounded by smaller letters and symbols. The letter "M" is likely an abbreviation for the Latin word "MARCUS," which was a common name among Roman emperors. Below the letter "M," there is a smaller inscription that reads "TRIBUNICIA POTESTAS," which refers to the tribunician power held by the emperor. The presence of this inscription suggests that the coin was minted during a period when the emperor held significant political authority.

Ruler:
A ruler is visible on the right side of the image, with markings indicating centimeters. The ruler provides a sense of scale for the coin, allowing the viewer to appreciate its size and proportions.

Background:
The background of the image is a solid black color, which helps to highlight the details of the coin and its inscriptions. The use of a dark background also creates a sense of contrast, making the coin stand out more prominently.

Overall, the image provides a detailed view of the coin's design and inscriptions, offering insight into its historical significance and the era in which it was minted.

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

The image depicts two ancient coins, each with a distinct design. The coin on the left features an embossed portrait of a man wearing a crown, while the coin on the right displays a large "M" with additional text and symbols surrounding it.

Both coins are circular in shape and have a brownish color, suggesting they are made of metal. 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, indicating that the coins are being measured or compared in size.

Overall, the image appears to be a historical or archaeological artifact, showcasing the craftsmanship and design of ancient coins.

Amazon Nova

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

The image displays two ancient coins, each with distinct features and inscriptions. On the left, the coin features a detailed engraving of a person, possibly a ruler, wearing a crown and holding a scepter, surrounded by intricate patterns and text. The coin's surface shows signs of wear and corrosion, indicating its age. On the right, the coin has a large, bold inscription in Latin, "M", "M", and "M", with additional text and symbols. This coin also shows signs of age and wear, with a slightly uneven surface and areas of discoloration. Both coins are displayed against a black background, with a ruler on the right side of the image to provide a sense of scale.

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

The image shows two ancient coins, probably made of bronze, on a black background. The coins are round in shape, and each has a different design on the front and back. The coin on the left features a portrait of a man, possibly a ruler, wearing a crown and holding a scepter. The coin on the right has the letter "M" in the center, surrounded by other letters and symbols.

Google Gemini

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

Certainly! Here is a description of the image:

The image shows two sides of an old, tarnished bronze coin against a black background, with a ruler for scale on the right.

  • Obverse (Left): Displays a portrait of a person facing forward. The details are worn, but it appears to be a bust of a ruler. There is text encircling the portrait, but it is difficult to decipher completely due to wear and lighting.

  • Reverse (Right): Features a large "M" at the center, which likely represents a denomination. To the sides of the "M" are smaller symbols or letters. Below the "M" is the inscription "CON."

The coin is noticeably worn, with some of the finer details smoothed over by age and handling. The dark bronze color indicates oxidation and the passage of time.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image displays two sides of what appears to be an ancient bronze or copper coin. The coin has a weathered appearance, suggesting age and possibly having been unearthed.

Obverse (Front): The front of the coin features a profile of a figure, likely a Roman Emperor or a significant person. The image is partially detailed, with visible facial features, a head covering (perhaps a laurel wreath), and a partial depiction of a chest or clothing. The inscription surrounding the figure is slightly worn, but some letters are recognizable.

Reverse (Back): The reverse side shows a large letter "M" dominating the design. There are several other letters and symbols, like the letters "A" and "N" on either side, and a star-shaped symbol above. Below the "M" are the letters "CON". The surface of this side also has a worn look.

Overall: The coin is displayed against a plain black background, with a ruler placed along the right side, indicating scale. The coin has a circular shape with uneven edges, typical of ancient coins that have been worn over time. The image suggests it's a historical artifact, possibly from the Roman Empire.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin against a black background. The coin appears to be made of a metal, likely bronze, and has a worn, aged appearance.

  1. Left Side (Obverse):

    • The obverse side features a profile bust of a figure, likely a ruler or deity.
    • The figure is depicted with a laurel wreath or a diadem, indicating royalty or divinity.
    • The inscription around the edge of the coin is partially legible, suggesting it might be in Latin or Greek.
  2. Right Side (Reverse):

    • The reverse side displays a structure, possibly a temple or an altar.
    • There are letters and symbols around the structure, which might be abbreviations or initials.
    • The inscription "CON" is visible at the bottom.

The coin has a scale on the right side of the image, indicating its size, which appears to be around 2 cm in diameter. This coin is likely from the Roman or Byzantine era, given the style and iconography.

Qwen

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

The image shows two ancient coins side by side, each with intricate designs and inscriptions. The coin on the left depicts a profile portrait of a figure with a crown, facing right. Above the portrait, there is inscribed text in what appears to be Greek or a similar ancient script. Below the profile, the text reads "VENERANS," which may be the name of the ruler or a title associated with them.

The coin on the right features a different design with a figure standing upright, possibly a king or a deity, dressed in a robe and holding a scepter or staff. The figure is flanked by two smaller figures, which could be attendants or symbols. Above the main figure, there is a large cross, and inscriptions around the edge of the coin include what appears to be Greek letters, possibly a name and other identifying marks. The overall design and inscriptions suggest these coins are from a historical period, possibly the Byzantine Empire, given the style and language of the inscriptions. The coins also appear to be made of metal, likely bronze or a similar alloy, and show signs of wear and age.

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

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

Left Side (Obverse):

  • The coin features a profile portrait of a figure, possibly an emperor, facing right.
  • The figure is wearing a crown or diadem and a draped garment.
  • There is an inscription around the edge, though some parts are worn and difficult to read.
  • The coin appears to have some damage or wear, particularly around the edges.

Right Side (Reverse):

  • The reverse side of the coin depicts a cross, likely a patriarchal cross, which is a symbol commonly used in Byzantine coinage.
  • The cross is flanked by Greek letters, possibly abbreviations or titles.
  • There is additional text around the edge, which might include the mint mark or other identifying information.

The coin is set against a black background, and a scale is present on the right side, indicating the coin's size in centimeters. The coin appears to be made of a copper alloy, given its reddish-brown color.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm

Google

CON
CON