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Title

Half Follis of Justinian, Carthage

Date

-

People

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

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Unspecified Collection, 1976.79.1452

Human Generated Data

Title

Half Follis of Justinian, Carthage

People

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

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Unspecified Collection, 1976.79.1452

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-09

Nature 99.3
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Outer Space 99.3
Space 99.3
Universe 99.3
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Money 90.6
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Rust 57.2
Nickel 57

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-16

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Imagga
created on 2022-05-09

planet 59.5
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Google
created on 2022-05-09

Artifact 86
Amber 83.2
Circle 77.6
Font 77.2
Currency 77.1
Astronomical object 76.6
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Coin 67.6
Rock 67.4
History 65.3
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Bronze 58.3
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Microsoft
created on 2022-05-09

text 65.9
coin 60.6
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Moon

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Moon 99.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-09

paintings art 99.9%

Captions

Clarifai

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Salesforce

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

a photograph of two coins are shown on a black background

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

two bronze coins with the image of a man on them

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts two sides of a copper or bronze coin against a black background, with a centimeter ruler visible on the right for scale.

On the left side of the image is the obverse (front) of the coin, featuring a worn portrait of a figure, likely a Byzantine emperor. The figure is adorned with regal attire and appears to be holding an object, possibly a cross or scepter, in their right hand. The text around the edge is partially readable, suggesting the coin's origin or ruler's name.

On the right side of the image is the reverse (back) of the coin, which prominently displays the Greek letter "K" in the center. Surrounding the "K" are additional details, including smaller inscriptions or symbols, and a small cross above the letter. These elements are indicative of Byzantine coinage from the 6th or 7th century, potentially related to a denomination known as a follis.

Despite wear and corrosion, the coin retains enough detail to identify it as an artifact from the Byzantine Empire.

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

The image shows an ancient bronze coin with two sides visible. On the left side is the obverse, featuring a worn portrait of a figure with a headdress, possibly an emperor, facing forward. The figure holds a staff or scepter in one hand, and there are inscriptions around the portrait, but they are difficult to make out due to wear and corrosion. The right side shows the reverse of the coin, which depicts a large capital letter "K" in the center, surrounded by additional inscriptions and symbols, including a small cross above the letter. The coin has a dark, aged patina with spots of green corrosion, indicative of its age and the fact that it is made of bronze. A scale on the right side of the image suggests it's a small coin, approximately 2 cm in diameter.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows two ancient bronze coins or medallions. They appear to be circular in shape and have intricate designs and symbols engraved on them. The coins have a weathered, oxidized appearance, indicating they are quite old. The designs on the coins include various geometric patterns and symbols, but I cannot identify any specific individuals or make out any text on the coins. The image provides a clear view of the front and back sides of the coins against a dark background.

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 significant aging with a dark brown patina and some green corrosion spots. On the obverse (left side), there appears to be a frontal bust design typical of Byzantine coinage. The reverse (right side) shows what looks like a large letter or symbol, possibly a Byzantine cross or monogram. The coin appears to be well-worn but still retains enough detail to make out the basic design elements. There's a measurement scale visible on the right edge of the image, indicating this is likely a professional numismatic photograph.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a pair of ancient coins, likely from the Roman Empire, against a black background. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin facing forward and the right coin facing backward.

Coin Details:

  • Left Coin (Facing Forward):
    • The coin features an image of a man, possibly a Roman emperor or deity, wearing a laurel wreath on his head.
    • The man is depicted standing in front of a pedestal or altar, with his right hand raised in a gesture of blessing or command.
    • The coin bears an inscription in Latin, although it is not legible due to its worn condition.
  • Right Coin (Facing Backward):
    • The coin displays a symbol or mark, possibly an abbreviation of a Roman deity's name or a representation of their power.
    • The symbol is surrounded by a circular border, which may indicate the coin's denomination or value.
    • The coin also features an inscription, but it is too worn to decipher.

Background and Scale:

  • The coins are set against a solid black background, which helps to highlight their details.
  • A scale is visible on the right side of the image, indicating that the coins are approximately 1-2 cm in diameter.

Overall Impression:

  • The image suggests that the coins are significant historical artifacts, possibly from the Roman Empire.
  • The coins' condition, with visible wear and tear, implies that they have been handled extensively over time.
  • The image provides a clear view of the coins' details, allowing for further study and analysis by historians and numismatists.

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

The image presents a coin with two sides, each featuring distinct designs. The left side of the coin showcases a face, while the right side displays a cross. A ruler is positioned to the right of the coin, providing a scale for measurement. The background of the image is black, which helps to accentuate the details of the coin and the ruler.

Key Features:

  • Coin: The coin has two sides, each with a unique design.
    • Left side: A face is visible.
    • Right side: A cross is depicted.
  • Ruler: A ruler is placed to the right of the coin, allowing for measurement.
  • Background: The background of the image is black, which enhances the visibility of the coin and the ruler.

Measurement:

  • The ruler indicates that the coin is approximately 2 cm in diameter.

Conclusion:

The image provides a clear view of the coin's design and size, making it easy to analyze and understand its features.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image features two ancient coins displayed against a black background. The coins are circular in shape and exhibit a reddish-brown patina, indicative of their age and exposure to the elements. The coin on the left shows a profile portrait of a figure, possibly a historical leader or deity, wearing a crown and holding a scepter or staff, which is typical of ancient numismatic art. The coin on the right has a more abstract design, featuring a large letter "K" prominently in the center, which might represent a monogram or a symbol of authority. Surrounding the "K" are other smaller symbols and inscriptions, adding to the coin's historical significance. A ruler with centimeter markings is visible on the right side of the image, providing a sense of scale. The coins are positioned closely together, suggesting a thematic or historical connection between them.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image shows two ancient coins placed on a black background. The coins are round in shape and appear to be made of bronze. The coins have different designs on each side. The coin on the left has an image of a person on one side, while the coin on the right has a cross symbol on one side. There is a ruler with white lines on the right side of the image.

Google Gemini

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

The image showcases two sides of an ancient, tarnished coin, set against a stark black background. To the right, a ruler with centimeter markings provides a scale for size reference. The coin is round but imperfectly so, with a rugged, worn texture that speaks of age and handling.

The left coin face features what appears to be a portrait of a figure, possibly a ruler or deity, adorned with a headdress or crown. The details are weathered but suggest a regal bearing and perhaps a symbolic artifact or scepter held in hand.

The right coin face is marked with a design that might be a monogram, symbol, or emblem. It bears resemblance to the Chi-Rho symbol, an early Christian symbol formed by superimposing the first two letters, chi (Χ) and rho (Ρ), of the Greek word "Christos" (Χριστός).

Both sides of the coin are in a state of oxidation, displaying a mix of brown and greenish tones, a testament to the coin's composition and time spent buried or exposed to the elements. The lighting emphasizes the relief of the design, casting subtle shadows that enhance the visual texture.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image displays two ancient copper coins against a black background, presumably for photographic or preservation purposes.

  • Coins: The coins are circular, but slightly misshapen due to wear and age. They have a brown, slightly uneven appearance, with visible signs of oxidation (patina) – likely due to exposure to the elements and time.
  • Obverse of one coin: Depicts the bust of a human figure. The person’s name and title are written in latin on top.
  • Reverse of one coin: A combination of symbols and/or inscriptions, potentially religious in nature. The details are worn and difficult to make out completely.
  • Scale: A white ruler with centimeter markings is included along the right side of the image, providing a size reference for the coins.
  • Composition: The coins are positioned next to each other, allowing both the obverse and reverse sides of each coin to be visible.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts two sides of an ancient coin, likely of Roman origin, given the style and inscriptions. The coin appears to be made of bronze or copper, showing signs of wear and corrosion typical of such artifacts.

Left Side (Obverse):

  • The obverse features a profile bust of a person facing right.
  • The bust is likely that of a Roman emperor or notable figure, as is common on Roman coins.
  • There are inscriptions around the bust, but they are partially worn and difficult to read completely.
  • The letters visible appear to be in Latin, which is typical for Roman coinage.

Right Side (Reverse):

  • The reverse side shows a symbol or emblem, possibly a standard or a military insignia.
  • There are inscriptions around the emblem, which are also in Latin and partially worn.
  • The letters visible include "VIRT," which could be part of a longer word or phrase, possibly "VIRTUS" (meaning "virtue" or "bravery").

Additional Details:

  • The coin has a scale on the right side of the image, indicating its size, which appears to be around 2 cm in diameter.
  • The coin's condition suggests it has been circulated and has aged significantly over time.

This coin is likely a historical artifact, providing insights into the cultural, political, and economic aspects of the Roman Empire during the period it was minted.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

The image displays two ancient coins placed side by side against a black background. Each coin appears to be metallic and shows signs of aging, with a reddish-brown patina suggesting oxidation over time.

  • Coin on the Left:

    • The obverse side of the coin features a prominent figure, likely a historical or mythological representation, depicted with a crown and detailed attire. The figure's face is centrally located, and the coin has a circular inscription surrounding the figure, which may denote the name of the ruler or a title associated with the figure.
    • The reverse side of the coin is less distinct but shows an inscription that could be the ruler's name, a place name, or a date, encircling a central symbol or design.
  • Coin on the Right:

    • The obverse side of this coin also features a crowned figure, similar in style to the first coin, but with a slightly different pose and attire. The inscription around the figure is clear and appears to include the ruler's name or title.
    • The reverse side of this coin is more worn and shows additional inscriptions that might provide historical or contextual information about the coin.

Both coins exhibit a rough, irregular edge, which is characteristic of ancient coinage. The presence of a ruler's figure and inscriptions suggests that these coins were likely used for currency or as a form of royal endorsement during their time. The ruler depicted on the coins might be identified through historical research or numismatic study, providing insights into the political and cultural context of the era in which these coins were minted.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

This image shows an ancient coin, likely of Byzantine or Roman origin, displayed with both sides visible. The coin appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, as indicated by its brownish coloration and patina.

Obverse (Left Side):

  • Figure: A profile of a man's head, likely a ruler or emperor, facing right. The figure is depicted with a beard and possibly wearing a diadem or crown.
  • Inscription: There is a circular inscription around the edge, which is partially visible. The text appears to be in a script that could be Latin or Greek, but it is difficult to fully decipher due to wear and patina.
  • Condition: The coin shows signs of age, with some areas of corrosion and greenish discoloration.

Reverse (Right Side):

  • Symbol: A large letter "M" is prominently displayed in the center, possibly a monogram or abbreviation. There are additional markings or letters around it, but they are not clearly legible.
  • Inscription: There is some text around the edge, but it is heavily worn and not easily readable.
  • Condition: Similar to the obverse, the reverse side also shows signs of wear and corrosion.

Scale:

  • A scale is visible on the right side of the image, indicating the coin's size. The coin appears to be approximately 2 centimeters in diameter.

Overall, the coin is an artifact that provides insights into the historical and cultural context of its time, though its exact details are partially obscured by its age and condition.

Text analysis

Amazon

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