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Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

Date

544-545 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, 1951.31.4.442

Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Justinian I

People

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

Date

544-545 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.442

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-10

Dime 99.4
Coin 99.4
Money 99.4
Nickel 98.4
Accessories 61.2
Jewelry 61.2
Pendant 61.2
Accessory 61.2

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

no person 99.8
one 98.5
metalwork 98.4
ancient 97.8
sculpture 97.2
retro 95.3
shield 92.8
people 92.5
antique 90.7
old 90
wealth 89.7
money 89.1
copper 89.1
art 88.3
two 88.1
veil 88
side view 84.5
man 84.1
currency 82.6
isolate 82.4

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

money 60.5
coin 59.2
currency 57.5
coins 49.3
brass 44.7
finance 43.1
cash 42.1
banking 38.7
bank 35.9
memorial 33.7
amulet 28.8
metal 28.2
old 25.1
pay 25
financial 23.2
charm 22.8
structure 22.4
wealth 21.6
economy 21.3
object 21.3
ingot 21.2
one 20.9
change 20.2
shield 19.2
fastener 19.1
gold 18.9
buckle 18.8
close 18.3
business 18.2
collection 18.1
exchange 17.2
silver 16.8
dollar 16.7
block 16.4
historical 16
numismatics 15.8
pound 15.5
collect 14.8
cent 14.8
monetary 14.7
antique 14.4
restraint 14.3
shiny 14.2
buy 14.1
retro 13.9
armor 13.9
penny 13.8
copper 12.8
commerce 12.2
savings 12.1
vintage 11.6
finances 11.6
payment 11.6
round 11.2
protective covering 10.9
treasure 10.6
covering 10.5
ancient 10.4
stock 10.3
art 10
carving 9.9
device 9.7
symbol 9.4
investment 9.2
ruble 8.9
pence 8.9
market 8.9
states 8.7
us 8.7
circle 8.6
rich 8.4
sculpture 8.2
history 8.1
black 7.8
value 7.8
golden 7.7
debt 7.7
two 7.6
design 7.3
decoration 7.2
bronze 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-10

Coin 87
Currency 86.2
Artifact 86
Money 83.6
Nickel 80.9
Wood 79.3
Money handling 78.7
Cash 78.5
Circle 77
Font 76.1
Metal 71.2
Antique 66.3
Collectable 65.9
History 65.5
Bronze 65.5
Ancient history 64.4
Fashion accessory 63.3
Event 61.7
Macro photography 59
Souvenir 58.5

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-10

coin 98.4
text 71.4
dark 39.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Locket

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Locket 61.2%

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 81.4%
close up of a coin 77.7%
a coin in a dark room 62.1%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

two ancient coins with the letters m and n on them

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

a photograph of a coin - like coin - like coin - like coin - like coin - like

OpenAI GPT

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

The image shows both sides of an ancient bronze coin against a black background. On the left side of the image, the front of the coin is visible, featuring a circular design with letters surrounding the edge. Religious and symbolic imagery appears faintly inscribed. On the right side, the back of the coin prominently displays a large letter "M" in the center, surrounded by other symbols and text, including "NIKO." A scale in centimeters is visible on the far right, indicating the size of the coin.

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

The image depicts a Byzantine bronze coin viewed from both sides. The obverse side of the coin displays Greek letters surrounding a design, with a cross visible towards the center arch. On the reverse side, the coin prominently features a large letter "M" at the center, with additional Greek letters and symbols around its edges. The letters "NIKO" appear beneath the "M." The surface of the coin exhibits wear and patina typical of ancient bronze coins. A scale measuring in centimeters is featured on the right side of the image, indicating the coin's size.

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 face with distinctive features. The other side of the coin has some text written on it, which appears to be in an ancient script. The coin has an aged, weathered appearance, suggesting it is an artifact from a historical period.

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

This image shows an ancient Roman coin or medallion photographed against a black background. The coin appears to be made of bronze or copper, showing significant age with a dark patina and some corrosion. On the visible side, there is a profile portrait in relief, which was typical of Roman coinage. The coin shows wear and deterioration consistent with its age, with some areas appearing rougher or more worn than others. Along the right edge of the image, there appears to be a measurement scale marked in centimeters. The detail of the portrait and any inscriptions are somewhat obscured by the coin's weathered condition, but the basic design elements remain visible.

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 coin, showcasing its front and back sides. The coin is circular in shape and features a dark brown color with visible signs of aging and wear.

Front Side:

  • The front side of the coin displays a portrait of a man wearing a helmet, with the inscription "ANTONINVS" written above his head.
  • The man's facial features are depicted in detail, including his nose, mouth, and chin.
  • The coin's edge is rough and irregular, suggesting that it has been handled extensively over time.

Back Side:

  • The back side of the coin features a large letter "M" in the center, surrounded by various symbols and markings.
  • The inscription "NIKO" is written below the letter "M", while the letters "K" and "X" are visible on either side.
  • The coin's edge is similarly rough and irregular, indicating that it has undergone significant wear and tear.

Background:

  • The background of the image is solid black, providing a stark contrast to the coin's dark brown color.
  • A white ruler is visible along the right edge of the image, measuring the coin's size in centimeters.

Overall:

  • The image provides a detailed view of the coin's design and condition, offering insights into its history and significance.
  • The use of a black background and white ruler adds a sense of professionalism and precision to the image, making it suitable for academic or educational purposes.

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

The image presents a coin with an inscription, accompanied by a ruler on the right side. The coin is positioned in the center of the image, with its front and back sides visible.

Coin Description:

  • Front Side: The front side of the coin features a bust of a man wearing a crown or helmet, with an inscription above his head that reads "ANNO FERATI." The inscription is written in Latin and translates to "may he bear the year."
  • Back Side: The back side of the coin displays a large letter "M" surrounded by stars, with the inscription "NIK" below it. The inscription is likely an abbreviation for the name "Nike," which was a common name in ancient Greece and Rome.

Ruler Description:

  • Measurement: The ruler on the right side of the image measures 1 cm in length, providing a scale for the coin's size.
  • Markings: The ruler has markings at every 0.1 cm interval, allowing for precise measurement of the coin's dimensions.

Background:

  • Color: The background of the image is black, which helps to highlight the details of the coin and ruler.
  • Texture: The background appears to be smooth and flat, with no visible texture or pattern.

Overall, the image provides a clear and detailed view of the coin and its inscriptions, along with a ruler for measuring its size.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts two ancient coins, both with intricate designs and inscriptions. The coin on the left features a profile portrait of a male figure, possibly a historical or religious figure, wearing a crown and a headdress. The coin on the right has a more complex design, with a cross and the letters "M" and "NIKO" prominently displayed. The coins appear to be made of copper or bronze, and they have a worn and aged appearance, suggesting that they are of significant historical value. The coins are placed on a black background, with a ruler in the bottom right corner to provide a sense of scale.

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

The image shows two ancient coins, possibly from the Roman Empire, placed on a black background. The coins are round in shape, with a brown color, and have a worn and aged appearance, indicating their historical significance. The coins have intricate designs and inscriptions on both sides. The ruler of the Roman Empire is depicted on the front side of the coins, while the letter "M" is prominently displayed on the reverse side.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-14

The image shows two sides of an old, worn, bronze or copper coin against a black background, with a ruler on the right side indicating measurements in centimeters. The coin is somewhat circular but with rough and irregular edges, suggesting it has been damaged or degraded over time.

On the left side of the image, the coin features what appears to be a portrait or depiction of a figure with a headdress. The details are somewhat obscured by wear and corrosion, but it's possible to make out facial features such as eyes and a nose, as well as some form of clothing or regalia. There is also some lettering around the figure, likely part of an inscription, but the individual characters are hard to discern due to the coin's condition.

On the right side of the image, the other side of the coin shows what appears to be a large "M" as the central design element, along with other characters and inscriptions around it. Below the "M," there is what appears to be the word "NIKO" or similar, but it's difficult to read definitively. The presence of the "M" is common in Byzantine coinage, and the inscription may be related to the emperor or ruler at the time the coin was minted. The overall design on this side is also obscured by wear and corrosion, but the main elements can still be made out.

The coin appears to be of historical or numismatic interest, given its age and condition. The black background isolates the coin, emphasizing its details and allowing for clear viewing. The ruler on the right helps to give a sense of the coin's size.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-14

Here's a description of the image:

The image presents two ancient bronze coins against a stark black background. They appear to be Byzantine coins, based on their style and imagery.

Coin 1 (Left):

  • Obverse (Front): Shows a portrait of a ruler with what appears to be a crown or head covering. The details are worn, but the face and some inscriptions are visible.
  • Features: A cross symbol to the right of the ruler's face. There are also inscriptions, partially readable, that might contain the name of the ruler or the coin's title.

Coin 2 (Right):

  • Reverse (Back): Features a large letter "M," likely signifying the value of the coin (likely 40 nummi). Beneath the M is the word "NIKO" is visible, which is the mint location.
  • Features: Crosses and other details surround the "M" and inscription.

General Characteristics:

  • Material: Both coins are a bronze/copper material with a reddish-brown hue, indicative of age and oxidation.
  • Condition: The coins are damaged and worn from use and time, typical of ancient coins. There are chips, wear marks, and some parts are missing.
  • Composition: The coins are centered.
  • Background: The background is black.
  • Tools: On the right side of the image, there is a cm measuring tool with a black border.

Mistral Pixtral

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

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

  • Obverse (Left Side):

    • The coin features a bust of a bearded man wearing a crown and imperial attire.
    • There is an inscription around the bust, which appears to be in Greek. The visible letters suggest it may read "DN IVSTINIANVS PP AVI," which likely refers to a Byzantine emperor, possibly Justinian.
    • The coin has a cross above the crown, a common feature in Byzantine coinage.
  • Reverse (Right Side):

    • The reverse side displays a large "M" in the center, which is a common symbol on Byzantine coins representing the number 40 (as the Greek letter "Μ" stands for 40).
    • Surrounding the "M" are several symbols and letters. The word "NIKO" is visible at the bottom, which is part of the phrase "NIKO LAOU," meaning "Victory to the People."
    • There is a cross above the "M" and stars or other symbols around it.

The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal, showing signs of wear and patina typical of ancient coins. The scale on the right side indicates the size of the coin, which appears to be around 2 cm in diameter.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-03

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin. The coin appears to be of historical significance, likely from the Roman or Byzantine era, given the style of the portrait and the inscription.

  1. Obverse (Front):

    • The coin features a portrait of a Roman emperor or a historical figure. The individual is depicted wearing a diadem, which is a band worn around the head, often signifying royalty or high status.
    • Above the portrait, there is an inscription that reads "NABO" or a similar variation, which could be the name of the emperor or a title.
    • Below the portrait, there is additional text that is difficult to decipher due to erosion and wear, but it likely includes the name of the issuer or a relevant date.
  2. Reverse (Back):

    • The reverse side of the coin has a large, prominent letter "M" in the center, which is likely an initial or a monogram.
    • Below the "M," there is an inscription that reads "NICE," which might be a place name or a reference to a city where the coin was minted.
    • Surrounding the "M" are other letters and symbols, which could be decorative elements or additional inscriptions, though they are less clear due to the coin's condition.

The coin shows some signs of age, with visible wear and erosion on the edges and surfaces, indicating that it has been around for a long time. The background of the image is dark, and there is a ruler on the right side for scale, suggesting that the coin is a few centimeters in diameter.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-03

This image shows an ancient coin, likely of Byzantine origin, displayed against a black background with a scale on the right side indicating its size in centimeters. The coin is divided into two sides:

  1. Obverse (Front):

    • The obverse side features a portrait of a man, possibly an emperor, facing right. He is wearing a crown and a beard.
    • There is some inscription around the edge, which appears to be in Greek, though it is partially worn and not fully legible.
    • The coin has a rough, irregular edge, indicating it is very old and has undergone significant wear over time.
  2. Reverse (Back):

    • The reverse side of the coin contains a large, prominent letter "M" in the center.
    • Above the "M", there are some stars and other small symbols.
    • Below the "M", there is an inscription that reads "NIKO", which could be part of a longer word or phrase.
    • The edge of the coin is also rough and irregular on this side.

The overall condition of the coin suggests it is an artifact of significant historical value, likely dating back several centuries. The scale on the right indicates that the coin is small, measuring less than 2 cm in diameter.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm
NIKO
ANV
PPAYC
ANV J PPAYC -I-
-I-
J

Google

NIKO
NIKO