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

two coins with the image of a woman and a man

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-06-13

a photograph of a coin - shaped coin with a man on it

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

This image shows both sides of an ancient Byzantine coin:

• Left (Obverse side): It features a depiction of Emperor Justin I (reigned 518–527 CE), shown front-facing and dressed in imperial regalia. He is wearing a crown and holding a cross in his right hand, symbolizing his Christian faith. The inscription around the edge reads "DN IVSTINI AVG" (Dominus Noster Justinus Augustus), meaning "Our Lord Justin Augustus."

• Right (Reverse side): The reverse displays a large "M," which is a denomination mark for "40 nummi," indicating the coin is a follis (a low-value copper coin). Above the "M" is a cross. Surrounding the "M" are inscriptions such as "ANNO" and a numeral (likely indicating the year of its issue based on Justin I's reign). At the bottom is "NIKO," likely denoting that the coin was minted in Nicomedia, a city in the Byzantine Empire.

The coin appears worn but retains its key features, providing insight into Byzantine artistic style and monetary system during Justin I’s reign. It is presented against a black background with a centimeter scale to indicate its size.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image shows two sides of a Byzantine coin, known as a follis, which was issued during the reign of Emperor Justin II. The coin appears to be made of bronze.

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a bust of Emperor Justin II. He is depicted facing forward, wearing a diadem or crown and holding a globus cruciger (a sphere topped with a cross) in his right hand. The inscription around the image reads "DN IVSTINI PP AV", which stands for "Dominus Noster Justinus Perpetuus Augustus," meaning "Our Lord Justin, Perpetual Augustus."

The reverse (back) side of the coin displays a large letter "M," which is a denomination mark indicating the value of the follis. Above the "M" is a cross, and there are other markings around it. The inscription "ANNO" appears on the left side with numerals marking the regnal year of the emperor. Below the "M," the inscription "NIKO" can be seen, referring to the mint of Nicomedia, where this coin was struck.

The coins are placed against a black background, and there is a scale on the right side indicating their size in centimeters.

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin. On one side, there appears to be an image of a figure, possibly a ruler or deity, with some text around the edge. On the other side, there is text that appears to be in an ancient script or language. 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 2025-06-16

This image shows both sides of an ancient Byzantine coin. The obverse (front) side features an imperial bust wearing a crown or diadem, with crosses visible on either side of the figure. The reverse (back) side displays a large letter "M" with a cross above it and what appears to be "NIKO" text below. This type of coin is known as a follis, which was a common Byzantine bronze denomination. The style and design are typical of Byzantine coinage, with its distinctive imperial imagery and religious symbolism through the use of Christian crosses. The coin appears to be well-preserved, showing clear details despite its age, and has a dark patina typical of ancient bronze coins.

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

The image presents a coin with two sides, each featuring distinct designs and inscriptions.

Coin Design:

• The coin is circular in shape.
• It has a flat edge and a slightly raised center.

Front Side:

• The front side of the coin features an image of a man wearing a helmet and holding a spear.
• The man is depicted in a profile view, facing left.
• He wears a helmet adorned with a cross on top and a beard.
• The spear he holds is positioned vertically, with its tip pointing upwards.
• The inscription "CHRISTIANUS" is written in a curved line above the man's head.
• Below the man, the inscription "IMP CHRISTIANUS" is written in a straight line.

Back Side:

• The back side of the coin features a large letter "M" in the center.
• The letter "M" is surrounded by a circle with a serrated edge.
• The inscription "ANNO NIKO" is written in a straight line below the letter "M".
• Additional inscriptions are present on the coin, including "NIKO" and "ANNO", but their exact meaning and significance are unclear.

Background:

• The background of the image is black.
• A ruler is visible on the right side of the image, indicating that the coin is approximately 2 cm in diameter.

Overall:

• The coin appears to be an ancient artifact, likely from the Roman Empire or a similar civilization.
• The design and inscriptions on the coin suggest that it may have been used as a form of currency or as a symbol of power and authority.
• The presence of a ruler in the image allows for a more accurate measurement of the coin's size.

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

The image depicts two sides of an ancient coin, with a ruler on the right side for scale. The coin is circular and appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper. It has a worn, aged appearance, with visible signs of corrosion and wear.

Obverse Side:

• The obverse side of the coin features a bust of a man wearing a helmet and armor.
• The man's face is turned to the right, and he has a beard.
• The helmet has a crest on top, and the armor appears to be decorated with intricate designs.
• The background of the coin is plain, with no other features or inscriptions visible.

Reverse Side:

• The reverse side of the coin features a large letter "M" in the center, surrounded by smaller letters and symbols.
• The letter "M" is decorated with a cross at the top and a dot at the bottom.
• The surrounding letters and symbols appear to be a mix of Greek and Latin characters.
• The background of the coin is plain, with no other features or inscriptions visible.

Ruler:

• A ruler is placed on the right side of the image, with markings indicating centimeters.
• The ruler is used to measure the size of the coin, which appears to be approximately 2-3 cm in diameter.

Background:

• The background of the image is black, which helps to highlight the details of the coin.
• There are no other objects or features visible in the background, allowing the viewer to focus solely on the coin.

Overall, the image provides a clear and detailed view of the ancient coin, showcasing its intricate designs and inscriptions. The use of a ruler adds context to the image, allowing the viewer to appreciate the size and scale of the coin.

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

The image depicts two ancient coins placed side by side on a black background. The left coin is circular and features an engraving of a crowned figure holding a cross and a book. The engraving is detailed, showcasing the figure's attire and the cross held in their hand. The coin has a worn appearance, indicating its age and usage. The right coin is also circular but is slightly smaller. It has an inscription that reads "M N O N A NIK0" in a stylized, ancient script. The coin has a more worn and weathered look compared to the left one, with some parts of the inscription being slightly faded. The coins are placed next to a ruler marked with centimeters, suggesting their size is being measured or compared. The background is uniformly dark, enhancing the contrast and visibility of the coins.

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

The image shows two coins with inscriptions on them. The coin on the left has a figure of a man wearing a crown and holding a cross in his hand. The coin on the right has the letter "M" in the middle, surrounded by the letters "N," "I," "K," and "O." There is a ruler on the right side of the image, which measures the size of the coins.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-12

The image shows two sides of an old, worn coin, likely a bronze coin from the Byzantine Empire. The coins are set against a black background, with a scale bar on the right side for size reference.

The coin has an aged, tarnished appearance.

On the left, the front of the coin features the profile of a figure with a head adorned with what looks like a crown or helmet. The figure is wearing armor. Text is present around the edge of the coin, but it is faded and partially obscured.

On the right, the back of the coin has a design featuring a large "M" at the center. Above the "M" is a small cross, and around the "M" are the letters "ANNO" on the left and "XII" on the right. Below the "M" is the word "NIKO."

The image is likely taken for historical or numismatic purposes, to document and study the coin.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-12

The image presents two sides of a Byzantine bronze coin.

On the left is the obverse, with a bust of a person, likely an emperor. The person wears a crown and holds an item, possibly a cross or a scepter. The lettering around the image reads "D. H[U]ISTINI" and "AVG SPAL".

On the right is the reverse of the coin. It features a large letter "M", possibly representing the denomination. The letter "M" is topped by a cross. Below it, the letters "NIKO" are visible. Around the "M" are other letters, including "ANN" and "XII".

The coin has aged and shows signs of wear and oxidation. The background is a plain black color, which may be a studio backdrop. A centimeter ruler is positioned to the right of the coins for scale.

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

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

Left Side (Obverse):

• The obverse features a bust of a figure wearing a crown and holding a cross-topped staff.
• The figure is depicted in a frontal pose, wearing elaborate robes and a crown.
• The inscription around the edge reads "D[OMI]N[US] CHRISTINI ANGEBAI," which translates to "Lord Christ, Angel of the Emperor."

Right Side (Reverse):

• The reverse side shows a large "M" in the center, flanked by two crosses.
• The inscription around the edge reads "ANNO NIKO," which likely refers to a year of victory or triumph.
• There are additional symbols and letters within the design, including "XII" which might indicate a numerical value or year.

The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal, and it has a scale for size reference on the right side of the image. The design and inscriptions suggest it is from the Byzantine Empire, possibly commemorating a significant event or ruler.

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin. The coin on the left side features a portrait of a male figure, likely a ruler or emperor, wearing a crown or headdress adorned with crosses, suggesting a religious or imperial significance. The figure is depicted in a frontal pose, and the coin is inscribed with text around the edges, including "DIVI JUSTINI" and "FEL TEMP REPARATIO," which are inscriptions related to Justinian I, a Byzantine emperor. The coin on the right side displays the letter "M" prominently in the center, surrounded by the inscription "ANNO XII" and "NIKO," which likely refer to the year XII of a reign or the name of the ruler's son. The coin appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or a similar alloy, and has a slightly worn texture, indicating its age and historical value. The background of the image is black, and there is a ruler on the right side for scale.

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

This image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely from a Byzantine or similar early Christian or medieval era, judging by the inscriptions and imagery.

Left Side (Obverse):

• The obverse features a profile portrait of a ruler or emperor wearing a crown or diadem, a common symbol of authority in ancient coins.
• The ruler holds a cross in one hand and a globe or orb in the other, symbols often associated with religious and imperial power.
• The text around the edge includes the name of the ruler, though parts may be eroded or incomplete. The text appears to read “D N Iustin[ius]” at the top, suggesting it may refer to an emperor named Justinian.

Right Side (Reverse):

• The reverse side includes a large "M" in the center, which might stand for "Moneta" (mint) or another abbreviation relevant to the coin's origin.
• Around the "M" are additional inscriptions: “ANNO XII” indicating the 12th year of the reign and possibly the name "Niko," which might refer to a mint master or a location.
• The coin shows signs of wear and age, with some areas corroded or worn away.

General Observations:

• The coin is metallic, with a patina indicating age and exposure to the elements over time.
• A scale in centimeters is visible on the right edge of the image, showing the coin's size relative to the ruler.
• The style of the coin suggests it is from a historical period where Christianity was prominent, and the ruler depicted may be a figure associated with Christian leadership.