Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

Date

545-565 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, 1951.31.4.315

Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

People

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

Date

545-565 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.315

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-10

Coin 97.5
Money 97.5
Nature 93.8
Outdoors 93.8
Astronomy 93.8
Night 93.8
Outer Space 93.8
Space 93.8
Universe 93.8
Nickel 90.8
Accessories 72.4
Jewelry 72.4
Pendant 72.4
Accessory 72.4
Gold 58.8
Dime 58.4

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

metalwork 99.2
no person 98.9
one 98.8
money 98.7
wealth 98.2
currency 97.6
gold 96.4
isolate 94.3
bank 92.8
cash 92.3
business 91.6
change 91.2
finance 90.6
ancient 89.9
retro 89
copper 89
bronze 87.1
sculpture 86.7
round out 85.9
savings 84.5

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

coin 50.6
currency 47.6
money 46
finance 36.4
coins 35.8
cash 34.8
banking 33.1
bank 32.3
metal 23.4
financial 23.2
pay 23
close 22.3
relief 21.8
object 21.3
old 20.2
round 19.9
silver 19.5
circle 18.9
one 18.7
collection 18.1
moon 17.2
numismatics 15.8
economy 15.8
wealth 15.3
business 15.2
exchange 14.3
collect 13.8
historical 13.2
retro 13.1
dollar 13
earth 12.9
art 12.7
shiny 12.7
change 12.5
commerce 12.2
closeup 12.1
cloud 12.1
circular 11.7
vintage 11.6
black 11.4
globe 11.1
associated 10.9
association 10.8
definition 10.8
astronomy 10.8
advertise 10.7
design 10.7
advertisement 10.6
creative 10.6
conceptual 10.6
payment 10.6
ball 10.6
advertising 10.6
ancient 10.4
bowl 10.4
antique 10.3
savings 10.3
cover 10.2
element 9.9
ellipse 9.9
night 9.8
decor 9.7
device 9.2
decorative 9.2
global 9.1
backdrop 9.1
gold 9.1
cent 8.8
icon 8.7
us 8.7
planet 8.6
form 8.4
full 8.2
symbol 8.1
market 8
decoration 8
ruble 7.9
shield 7.9
states 7.7
ingot 7.7
finances 7.7
rust 7.7
two 7.6
united 7.6
buy 7.5
investment 7.3
capital 7.3
science 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-10

Coin 87.6
Currency 85.6
Money 85.1
Artifact 82.6
Font 78.9
Circle 76.9
Nickel 76.4
Metal 70.1
Money handling 69.4
Bronze 66
History 64.3
Fashion accessory 62.7
Antique 62.6
Wood 61.6
Cash 59.5
Mint 58.5
Gold 57.6
Brass 56.9
Ancient history 55.7
Macro photography 52.8

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-10

bronze 95.6
metal 95.1
gold 93.7
currency 93.6
money 92.8
cash 89.5
brass 89
coin 88.9
nickel 87.7
money handling 87.2
silver 86
mint 84.4
copper 76.5
text 72.6
saving 66.6
treasure 57.7
dark 45.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Moon
Locket

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Moon 93.8%

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 72.6%
a coin in a dark room 59%
close up of a coin 58.9%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

two gold coins with the image of a woman and a man

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

a photograph of a gold coin with a coin on it

OpenAI GPT

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

The image displays both sides of a small gold medallion or coin artifact. The medallion features detailed embossing with a loop attachment at the top, suggesting that it might have been hung or worn.

  • Left side: It shows a frontal portrait of an individual wearing regal or military attire, including a crown or helmet. In their right hand, they appear to be holding a cross-like scepter. Around the bust is an inscription, likely in Greek or Latin, denoting a name, title, or significance. This side conveys authority and iconography typical of Byzantine or early medieval coins.

  • Right side: The design depicts a group or scene, possibly religious or ceremonial. There are figures standing within a rounded arch-like structure, with a cross or a staff-like element to the left. The details are worn, but the imagery seems symbolic, potentially representing a holy or imperial context.

The overall craftsmanship and design suggest this may be a Byzantine medallion or coin used for ecclesiastical, imperial, or ceremonial purposes. The scale markings on the right confirm its small dimensions and precise measurements.

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

The image shows a gold pendant, which is a Byzantine solidus coin that has been transformed into a piece of jewelry. The pendant features two sides with intricate designs. The side on the left displays a portrait of an emperor holding a globus cruciger and a shield, wearing a crown and a robe. This is a common representation of Byzantine emperors on coinage. The side on the right depicts two standing figures and possibly text or other decorative elements. A small metal loop is attached to each coin, indicating that it is meant to be worn as a pendant. The images of the coins are detailed, and the surface shows some wear, suggesting an ancient origin. The scale next to the image indicates the size of the pendants in centimeters. The coins have a golden hue, and their craftsmanship reflects the artistic style of the Byzantine period.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows two sides of a gold coin or medallion. On one side, there is an image of a figure wearing a crown or headdress, likely a depiction of a ruler or important historical figure. The other side shows an image of a figure standing, possibly a religious or mythological figure. The coin or medallion appears to be from an ancient or historical period, based on the style of the images and the use of gold as the material.

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

This image shows two sides of what appears to be an ancient Byzantine gold coin or solidus. The coin has been modified to be worn as jewelry, as evidenced by the small loops or attachments visible at the top of each side. The obverse (left side) shows a frontal bust portrait wearing imperial regalia including a crown or diadem. The reverse (right side) shows a standing figure, likely a religious or imperial representation. The coin appears to be well-preserved, with clear detail visible in the golden metal. A measurement scale is visible on the right side of the image, indicating this is likely a museum or archaeological documentation photograph against a black background.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a pair of gold coins, each featuring a unique design on both sides.

  • The coin on the left displays a portrait of a man with long hair, wearing a crown and holding a scepter in his right hand. The man's facial expression is serene, and he appears to be looking directly at the viewer. The coin's surface is adorned with intricate details, including a border of small dots around the edge.
  • The coin on the right shows a figure standing in front of a throne, holding a scepter in their right hand. The figure is depicted in a dignified pose, with their left hand resting on the arm of the throne. The throne itself is decorated with intricate carvings, adding to the overall sense of grandeur.
  • Both coins have a small loop at the top, suggesting that they were once attached to a necklace or other type of jewelry.
  • The background of the image is solid black, which helps to highlight the coins' details and create a sense of contrast.

Overall, the image showcases two beautifully crafted gold coins, each with its own distinct design and symbolism. The coins' intricate details and ornate designs suggest that they may have been created for ceremonial or ritual purposes, possibly in an ancient or medieval context.

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

The image presents a gold coin with two distinct sides, each featuring an embossed design. The left side of the coin showcases a figure adorned in regal attire, complete with a crown and a cloak, while the right side depicts a figure standing upright, surrounded by intricate details.

A scale is provided on the right side of the image, indicating that the coin measures approximately 2.5 cm in diameter. The background of the image is solid black, which helps to accentuate the details of the coin.

Overall, the image provides a clear and detailed view of the gold coin, allowing the viewer to appreciate its intricate design and craftsmanship.

Amazon Nova

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

The image displays two gold Byzantine coins, known as solidi, set against a black background with a ruler marked in centimeters. The coin on the left is circular and features a bust of a male figure, likely an emperor, wearing a crown and holding a scepter and a cross. The coin on the right depicts a scene with two figures, possibly a couple, standing beneath a canopy, with intricate details visible on their attire and the surrounding architecture. The coins are suspended by a small metal loop at the top, indicating they are meant to be worn as pendants or possibly part of a larger piece of jewelry.

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

The image shows two golden coins placed on a black background. The coins are circular in shape and have intricate designs on them. One of the coins features a man's face in the center, while the other coin has a more detailed design with multiple figures. The coins appear to be ancient artifacts, possibly from a historical period. A ruler is visible on the right side of the image, indicating the size of the coins.

Google Gemini

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

The image showcases two sides of a gold coin or medal. The coin is presented against a stark black background, with a ruler in centimeters placed to the right for scale.

On one side of the coin, there's a depiction of a figure in what appears to be a ceremonial or royal outfit. The figure is crowned and holds a cross. There is lettering around the figure as well.

The reverse side of the coin displays a group of figures. They are standing close together, suggesting a scene of a procession or coronation.

Both sides of the coin have a loop attached, indicating it was probably worn as a pendant. The gold is scratched and worn.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows two sides of a gold coin or medallion, likely an artifact of historical significance. The objects are set against a stark black background.

Coin/Medallion Details:

  • Material: The coin is made of gold, and appears to have a somewhat aged, textured surface with some signs of wear.
  • Shape: It's a circular piece with a small loop at the top and bottom, suggesting it might have been designed to be worn as a pendant or hung.
  • Images/Design:
    • Side 1: Features a profile bust of a figure with a crown and a staff with a cross. The image is surrounded by inscriptions (or partial inscriptions).
    • Side 2: Depicts a religious scene with standing figures, possibly three individuals. They are depicted with what looks like a religious setting with a cross. Again, there are inscriptions or partial inscriptions around the images.

Overall Impression:

The image is a close-up shot with good lighting. The composition clearly presents both sides of the coin for inspection, potentially for study or documentation purposes. The presence of a centimeter ruler on the right side indicates a desire to measure or scale the object.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two sides of a gold coin or medallion, each side featuring different engraved images.

  1. Left Side:

    • The coin depicts a frontal view of a figure, likely a religious or historical figure, given the ornate attire and halo.
    • The figure is wearing a crown and holds a scepter or staff in the right hand.
    • There are inscriptions around the figure, which may be in a historical script, possibly Greek or Latin.
  2. Right Side:

    • This side shows two figures standing side by side, facing forward.
    • Both figures are depicted with halos, suggesting they are saints or significant religious figures.
    • The figures are dressed in long robes and hold objects that could be staffs or scepters.
    • There are also inscriptions around the figures, similar to the left side, indicating their identities or significance.

The coin appears to be an artifact, possibly from the Byzantine era, given the style of the imagery and the use of halos around the figures, which is characteristic of Byzantine religious art. The scale on the right side of the image indicates the coin's size, though the exact measurement is not specified.

Qwen

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

The image shows two views of an ancient coin, likely from the Byzantine Empire, based on the style of the figure depicted. The coin has a gold-like appearance, and the figure on the obverse (front) is wearing a crown and a robe, suggesting it is a depiction of a ruler or emperor. The inscription around the figure appears to be in Greek, which is consistent with Byzantine coins.

The reverse (back) of the coin features a standing figure, possibly a representation of a saint or another significant figure, also in a robe and holding a cross. The overall design and artistic style are characteristic of Byzantine coins from the 6th to the 12th century.

There is a scale on the right side of the image, indicating that the coin is approximately 2 cm in diameter. The coin is suspended by a small hook, allowing it to be displayed flat on the surface.

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

The image shows an ancient gold coin, displayed in two views: the obverse (front) and the reverse (back). The coin appears to be a historical artifact, possibly from the Byzantine Empire, given the style of the engravings and the inscriptions.

Obverse (Left):

  • The obverse features a detailed portrait of a crowned figure, likely an emperor or ruler, facing forward.
  • The figure is wearing a diadem and a long garment, possibly a chiton or a similar garment.
  • Inscriptions in Latin or Greek are visible around the portrait, though not entirely legible in this image.
  • The coin has a small loop at the top, suggesting it may have been used as a pendant or attached to something.

Reverse (Right):

  • The reverse side shows a standing figure, possibly a religious or symbolic representation, such as an angel or a saint.
  • The figure is holding a staff or a similar object.
  • There are inscriptions around the figure, which are partially visible but not fully legible.
  • The coin has another small loop at the bottom, indicating it may have been attached to something from this side as well.

Additional Details:

  • The coin is set against a black background, which helps to highlight the details of the engravings.
  • A scale on the right side of the image indicates the size of the coin in centimeters, suggesting it is a relatively small artifact.

This coin is likely a historical artifact with significant cultural and historical value, possibly used as currency or a token of power and authority.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm

Google

cm
cm