Human Generated Data

Title

Follis of Justin II, Constantinople

Date

574-575 CE

People

Coin Constituent: Justin II, Byzantine r. 565 - 578 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.550

Human Generated Data

Title

Follis of Justin II, Constantinople

People

Coin Constituent: Justin II, Byzantine r. 565 - 578 CE

Date

574-575 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.550

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-10

Coin 97.7
Money 97.7
Nickel 90
Diamond 86
Accessories 86
Jewelry 86
Gemstone 86
Accessory 86
Locket 77
Pendant 77
Dime 71.1
Bronze 68.5

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

metalwork 99.6
sculpture 99
no person 98.8
ancient 97.4
one 97.4
shield 95.7
wealth 95.7
symbol 94.8
money 94.7
people 91.2
isolate 90.3
armor 90
science 89.6
old 88.6
copper 88.6
retro 87.8
art 87
veil 86.9
museum 86.5
side view 84.9

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

amulet 79.7
charm 64.2
buckle 37.3
gold 32.1
antique 31.3
metal 30.6
fastener 30
coin 26.7
money 26.4
silver 25.7
currency 25.2
decoration 24.9
old 23
shiny 23
restraint 22.5
gem 22.5
golden 22.4
vintage 19.9
coins 18.4
banking 17.5
art 16.9
finance 16.9
device 16.5
ornament 16.4
ring 16.2
wealth 16.2
bank 16.1
retro 15.6
cash 14.7
object 13.9
shield 13.9
ancient 13.8
jewelry 13.8
jewel 13.5
decorative 12.5
bronze 12.2
black 12
luxury 12
close 12
stone 11.9
brass 11
elegance 10.9
precious 10.7
one 10.5
frame 10.3
armor 10.2
symbol 10.1
financial 9.8
business 9.7
design 9.6
culture 9.4
rich 9.3
fashion 9.1
collection 9
style 8.9
antiquity 8.8
treasure 8.7
sculpture 8.6
dollar 8.4
metallic 8.3
protective covering 8.2
religion 8.1
gemstone 7.9
diamond 7.8
god 7.7
texture 7.6
accessory 7.6
statue 7.6
ornamental 7.6
religious 7.5
shine 7.4
investment 7.3
aged 7.2
history 7.2
bright 7.2
decor 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-10

Artifact 85.2
Font 78.2
Nickel 77.8
Coin 73.6
Circle 72.8
Currency 71.6
Money 71
Metal 70.1
Fashion accessory 67.7
History 65
Event 63
Bronze 62.6
Pattern 62.2
Ancient history 60
Antique 58.4
Still life photography 56.4
Darkness 55.9
Lead 54.5
Rock 50.2

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-10

coin 96
bronze 90
silver 84.7
gold 79.8
metal 73
brass 71.3
fashion accessory 69.2
nickel 68.9
currency 66.1
copper 59.1
pendant 58.7
money 58.1
crown 55.4

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Diamond
Locket
Diamond 86%
Locket 77%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 99.9%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-10

a close up of a coin 81.3%
close up of a coin 77.8%
a coin on a table 54.2%

Clarifai
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 -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This image shows two sides of an ancient bronze coin, likely of Byzantine origin given its style and inscriptions. The coin appears weathered and corroded but retains clear elements of its design.

  • Left Side (Obverse): Features two seated figures, likely religious or imperial figures, depicted in a stylized manner. They are haloed, suggesting divinity or saintly status. One holds a cross, reinforcing the Christian symbolism. Surrounding the figures are faint inscriptions, which may be in Greek or Latin.

  • Right Side (Reverse): Displays a large "M" at the center, framed by additional decorative markings and inscriptions. The "M" was often used on Byzantine coins to represent the denomination (likely a follis). Other symbols and letters are visible including "CON", which may refer to Constantinople, a prominent minting location.

The coin is photographed against a black background, and a scale is visible on the right, denoting its dimensions in centimeters. This artifact carries significant historical and cultural value.

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

The image depicts an ancient coin, likely a Byzantine bronze follis, showcasing both its obverse and reverse sides.

On the left side of the image is the obverse of the coin, featuring two standing figures. These figures are often emperors or religious icons typical in Byzantine coinage, possibly holding symbols of power or faith. The details are worn, but the presence of a cross is discernible in the imagery.

On the right side is the reverse of the coin. This side prominently displays the letter "M," indicative of the denomination of the follis. Surrounding the "M" are Greek or Latin letters or symbols, which might denote the mint or the issuing emperor. There's also a star and other symbols that are characteristic of Byzantine coins.

The background is black, emphasizing the coin’s details, and a scale on the right edge of the image suggests the actual size of the coin in centimeters, although specific measurements aren’t clearly visible. The coin shows signs of age, with tarnishing and some irregular edges.

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 several figures, possibly representing some kind of religious or historical scene. The other side shows a single standing figure, possibly a ruler or deity. The coin appears to be made of a dark, weathered material, likely bronze or copper, and has an aged, worn appearance, suggesting it is an ancient artifact.

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

This image shows what appears to be an ancient coin or seal photographed against a black background. The object is dark brown or bronze in color and appears to be weathered and aged. It has a circular shape with some irregular edges, suggesting deterioration over time. There are visible engravings or markings on its surface, though they are somewhat difficult to make out clearly due to the object's condition. A measurement scale in centimeters is visible on the right side of the image, helping to provide a sense of the object's size. The photography style is typical of archaeological or museum documentation, with clear lighting to show the object's details and texture.

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 intricate design and details.

Coin Description:

  • The coin is circular in shape with a rough, worn edge.
  • It features a raised design on both sides, with the left side displaying a figure and the right side bearing a letter "M" accompanied by other markings.
  • The coin's surface exhibits a dark brown patina, indicating its age and exposure to environmental factors.

Background:

  • The background of the image is black, providing a stark contrast to the coin's dark brown color.
  • A white ruler is visible on the right side of the image, featuring centimeter markings that extend from the top to the bottom.

Overall Impression:

  • The image suggests that the coin is an artifact from a historical or archaeological context, possibly originating from a specific region or civilization.
  • The coin's design and patina imply that it has been in existence for a considerable amount of time, making it a valuable piece of historical evidence.

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

The image presents a coin with an intricate design, featuring two sides that are visible. The coin's surface is weathered and worn, indicating its age. On one side, there appears to be a figure or symbol, although the details are unclear due to the coin's condition. The other side displays a more legible design, with what seems to be a letter or symbol at its center.

In the bottom-right corner of the image, a ruler is visible, providing a scale for measuring the coin's size. The ruler features markings in centimeters, allowing for an accurate measurement of the coin's dimensions. The background of the image is solid black, which helps to highlight the coin's features and provides a clean contrast to the worn surface of the coin.

Overall, the image provides a detailed view of the coin, showcasing its unique design and weathered condition. The inclusion of the ruler adds an element of precision, allowing viewers to appreciate the coin's size and scale.

Amazon Nova

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

The image displays two Byzantine coins, each with distinct features and inscriptions. The coin on the left shows an image of two figures, possibly saints or religious figures, with intricate designs and a border around the edge. The coin on the right has a central design featuring a cross with the letters "M" and "X" prominently displayed, surrounded by a circular border with additional text and symbols. Both coins appear to be made of bronze, with a tarnished, aged appearance, suggesting they are ancient artifacts. The coins are placed on a black background, with a ruler on the right side of the image indicating measurements.

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

The image shows two ancient coins, possibly from the Byzantine Empire, displayed on a black background. The coin on the left features a design of two people, possibly emperors, standing next to each other. The coin on the right has a cross symbol in the middle, with the letters "M" and "X" on either side. The coins are old and worn, with some parts missing or damaged. A ruler is also 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 shows two sides of an old, worn coin on a black background. To the right, there is a ruler calibrated in centimeters to provide a sense of scale. The coin has a brownish, possibly bronze or copper, color and shows signs of age and wear, with uneven edges and a patina.

On one side of the coin, two figures are depicted. They appear to be stylized and have halos around their heads, suggesting they may be religious figures. The details are worn and not clearly defined.

The opposite side of the coin shows what appears to be an inscription or a symbol, possibly a monogram or an elaborate letter, with additional markings or lettering around it. The details here are also worn, making it difficult to discern the exact text or symbol.

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 tarnished, ancient coin against a black background.

Coin 1 (Left)

  • Obverse: Depicts two figures, likely with halos, standing side-by-side. They appear to be wearing garments, and some faint lettering is visible above and below the figures, indicating a possible inscription.

Coin 2 (Right)

  • Reverse: Features a large, stylized "M" symbol in the center, along with other lettering surrounding it, likely abbreviations and inscriptions.

Both coins are irregular in shape, with a rough and worn appearance. The color is a dark bronze or copper. A ruler is present to the right of the image with centimeter markings.

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 of Byzantine origin, based on the style and imagery.

  1. Left Side (Obverse):

    • The coin depicts two standing figures facing each other. They appear to be holding a cross between them, which is a common motif in Byzantine coinage, symbolizing the religious significance of the empire.
    • There are inscriptions around the figures, but they are partially worn and difficult to read completely. The visible letters suggest a Greek inscription, typical of Byzantine coins.
  2. Right Side (Reverse):

    • The reverse side features a large "M" in the center, which is a common symbol on Byzantine coins representing the number 40 (in Greek numerals) or possibly referring to a mint mark or denomination.
    • Surrounding the "M" are additional Greek letters and symbols, which are also partially worn. These inscriptions usually include the name of the emperor and other relevant titles or religious phrases.

The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal, given its darkened patina and wear. The scale on the right side of the image indicates the coin's size, which is relatively small, typical of ancient coinage.

Text analysis

Amazon

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