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Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Phokas

Date

604-605 CE

People

Coin Constituent: Phokas, Byzantine r. 602 - 610 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.800

Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Phokas

People

Coin Constituent: Phokas, Byzantine r. 602 - 610 CE

Date

604-605 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.800

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-10

Soil 98.3
Coin 84.6
Money 84.6
Nature 76.5
Outdoors 76.5
Astronomy 76.5
Night 76.5
Outer Space 76.5
Space 76.5
Universe 76.5
Archaeology 74
Fossil 63.2

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

no person 98.9
sculpture 97.3
metalwork 97.2
paleontology 96
ancient 94.2
round out 93.5
one 93.2
prehistoric 92.9
side view 92.7
invertebrate 91.1
shield 90.7
geology 89.9
science 89.8
symbol 89.2
industry 88.3
isolate 86.7
nature 86.1
disjunct 85.5
art 85.5
stranded 84.8

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

invertebrate 21
mollusk 20.8
close 20.5
screw 20
old 19.5
currency 18.9
money 18.7
coins 18.3
brown 17.7
fastener 17
object 15.4
cash 14.6
texture 14.6
round 13.8
food 13.3
restraint 13.1
stone 13
finance 12.7
black 12.6
coin 12.4
retro 12.3
ancient 12.1
shield 11.6
pattern 11.6
moon 11.6
design 11.3
banking 11
space 10.9
collection 10.8
closeup 10.8
pay 10.6
detail 10.5
metal 10.5
historical 10.4
bank 9.9
antique 9.8
snack 9.4
armor 9.4
planet 9.3
earthenware 9.3
dark 9.2
vintage 9.1
material 8.9
numismatics 8.9
trilobite 8.7
art 8.4
stack 8.3
ingot 8.3
earth 8.2
full 8.2
protective covering 8.1
animal 8
collect 7.9
astronomy 7.8
rock 7.8
arthropod 7.6
eating 7.6
organic 7.6
nut 7.5
baked 7.5
tunnel 7.5
block 7.5
globe 7.4
single 7.4
sphere 7.4
natural 7.4
gray 7.2
science 7.1
sweet 7.1
ceramic ware 7.1
dessert 7.1
surface 7.1
chip 7

Google
created on 2022-05-10

Brown 98
Artifact 83.7
Circle 74.8
Wood 70.3
Metal 69.3
Rock 64.3
Ancient history 64.3
History 64.1
Currency 63.1
Font 56
Antique 54.3

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-10

coin 77.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Moon

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Moon 76.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

paintings art 99.4%

Captions

Clarifai

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Salesforce

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

a photograph of a close up of a coin with a coin

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

two coins with the image of a man and woman on them

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts two sides of an ancient coin against a black background. The coin appears to be bronze or copper due to its reddish-brown color and signs of age-related corrosion. On the left side (obverse), there is a faint design that includes human figures and potentially inscriptions, though the details are worn and difficult to identify. On the right side (reverse), two large "X" shapes dominate the design, surrounded by smaller markings, possibly symbols or inscriptions. The scale on the right side indicates the size of the coin in centimeters. The coin seems to have historical or archaeological significance.

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient Roman coin, likely a nummus, against a black background. The coin appears old and worn, displaying significant corrosion, suggesting it is made of bronze or copper. The left side of the image shows the obverse of the coin, which has a depiction of three figures possibly wearing military attire, and some indistinct Latin letters around them. The reverse of the coin, on the right side of the image, features a central design consisting of the letter "XX" and some other marks or letters surrounding it, likely indicating a denomination or numerical value. To the far right of the image is a scale labeled in centimeters, used to show the size of the coin.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows two ancient coins or medallions. They appear to be made of a reddish-brown material, likely bronze or copper. The coins have intricate designs and patterns engraved on them, suggesting they were minted or produced with care and skill. The coins have a circular shape and seem to be in relatively good condition, despite their apparent age. The image provides a clear and detailed view of these ancient artifacts.

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

This image shows both sides of an ancient coin, likely Roman in origin. The coin appears to be made of bronze or copper, showing significant aging and patina with a brownish-rusty coloration. The left side (obverse) shows some kind of figure or scene, though the details are worn. The right side (reverse) shows what appears to be crossed lines or an "X" pattern. The coin has an irregular, somewhat octagonal shape, which was common for ancient coins as they were often hand-struck. There's a measurement scale visible on the right side of the image, indicating this is likely a professional numismatic photograph. The coin shows signs of wear and corrosion consistent with its age and time spent buried or exposed to the elements.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a pair of ancient coins, each with distinct designs and features.

Coin 1:
The left coin is circular in shape, with a flat edge and a slightly raised center. It exhibits a brownish hue with visible signs of aging and wear, including scratches and discoloration. The surface of the coin is adorned with intricate designs, although they are not clearly discernible due to the coin's condition. A faint line runs along the edge of the coin, possibly indicating a border or a mark of some sort.

Coin 2:
The right coin is also circular, with a similar shape and size to the first coin. It displays a lighter brown color with a more pronounced patina, giving it a weathered appearance. The surface of this coin features a prominent "X" symbol, which is deeply embossed and stands out against the surrounding design. The rest of the coin's surface is less detailed, with only faint impressions of other symbols or markings visible.

Background and Scale:
The coins are set against a solid black background, which provides a stark contrast to their aged appearance. A scale is visible on the right side of the image, featuring white lines that incrementally increase in length. The scale is labeled "cm" at the bottom, indicating that it measures the size of the coins in centimeters. The scale appears to be calibrated to 1 cm intervals, with the longest line extending up to approximately 10 cm.

Overall, the image showcases two ancient coins with unique designs and features, set against a clean and simple background that allows the viewer to focus on the coins themselves.

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

The image depicts two ancient coins, likely from the Byzantine Empire, set against a black background. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin featuring an inscription in Greek and the right coin displaying a cross with the letters "XX" below it.

Key Features:

  • Coin Design: The coins have a circular shape with a rough edge, indicating they may be handmade or minted using an ancient technique.
  • Inscriptions: The left coin bears an inscription in Greek, which could represent the name of a ruler or a motto. The right coin features a cross with the letters "XX" below it, possibly symbolizing a religious or numerical significance.
  • Color and Texture: Both coins exhibit a brownish color with a rough texture, suggesting they may be made of copper or bronze.
  • Background: The black background provides a clean and neutral setting for the coins, allowing the viewer to focus on their details.
  • Scale: A scale is provided on the right side of the image, indicating that the coins are approximately 2-3 centimeters in diameter.

Historical Significance:

  • Byzantine Empire: The coins' design and inscriptions suggest they may have originated from the Byzantine Empire, which was a major power in Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean region from the 4th to the 15th century.
  • Currency: The coins may have been used as currency during the Byzantine Empire, with the inscriptions and symbols serving as a form of authentication or identification.
  • Artistic Style: The coins' design and craftsmanship reflect the artistic style of the Byzantine Empire, which was known for its intricate mosaics, icons, and other forms of decorative art.

Conclusion:

The image presents two ancient coins that offer a glimpse into the history and culture of the Byzantine Empire. The coins' design, inscriptions, and symbols provide valuable information about the empire's currency, artistic style, and religious beliefs.

Amazon Nova

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

The image features two ancient coins displayed against a black background. The coins are circular in shape and exhibit a brownish patina, indicative of their age. The coin on the left side has a detailed engraving, depicting what appears to be a figure in a crown, possibly a ruler or a deity, along with some other symbols or figures. The coin on the right side has a more simplified design, featuring a large cross with the letters "X" and "M" on either side, which could represent a denomination or a specific mint mark. Both coins have a scale on the right side of the image, indicating their size in centimeters, which helps in understanding their actual dimensions.

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

The image shows two coins placed side by side on a black background. The coins appear to be ancient, possibly from the Roman era, based on their design and appearance. They are circular in shape and have a reddish-brown color, likely due to their age and the materials used in their production. The coins have intricate designs and inscriptions on them, with one coin featuring a figure and the other having a cross symbol. A ruler is placed on the right side of the image, indicating that the coins are being measured for size or comparison. Overall, the image provides a detailed look at these ancient coins and their unique features.

Google Gemini

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

The image shows two sides of a tarnished, likely ancient, coin against a black background, with a centimeter scale on the right side. The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal that has developed a patina over time.

On one side of the coin, there are figures that appear to be two or three people standing next to each other. The figures are quite worn, making it difficult to discern details, but they appear to be wearing robes or similar garments.

The other side of the coin features a pair of crossed lines, resembling the letter "X" or two intersecting bars. There are also some additional characters or symbols around the "X", but they are worn and difficult to identify.

The overall condition of the coin suggests that it has been exposed to the elements or buried for a significant period. The erosion and discoloration obscure the details of the coin.

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

Here's a description of the image:

Overall:

The image showcases two ancient-looking bronze coins against a stark black background. A ruler with centimeter markings is placed in the right side.

Individual Coins:

  • Coin 1 (Left): This coin appears to depict a scene, potentially a religious or historical figure. The details are worn and indistinct, suggesting age and potential corrosion.
  • Coin 2 (Right): This coin features two large intersecting lines, possibly an "X" or "XX", which could have a symbolic meaning. There is other barely visible lettering near each of the "X"s.

Condition and Context:

The coins show signs of considerable wear, indicating they are likely very old. The overall presentation suggests an archaeological or historical context, possibly from a museum or research project.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin against a black background. The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal and is quite worn, indicating its age.

  1. Left Side (Obverse):

    • The obverse side features a figure standing, likely a ruler or deity, facing to the right.
    • The figure is depicted in a classical style, wearing a robe or tunic.
    • There is some inscription around the figure, though it is partially worn and difficult to read.
  2. Right Side (Reverse):

    • The reverse side displays a design with two crossed objects, possibly spears or standards, and a central figure or symbol that is not entirely clear due to wear.
    • Similar to the obverse, there is an inscription around the edge, but it is also worn and hard to decipher.

The coin's condition suggests it has been in circulation for a significant period. The presence of inscriptions and the style of the figures indicate it could be from the Roman or Byzantine era, but further examination by a numismatist would be required for a precise identification.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-13

The image shows two adjacent views of what appears to be an ancient coin or medallion. The coin is circular with a worn, rusted brown surface, suggesting it is quite old and has been exposed to the elements for a long time.

On the left side of the image, we see the obverse (front) of the coin, which features a detailed engraving or stamp that is not clearly legible but appears to depict some form of figure or symbol. The right side of the image shows the reverse (back) of the coin, which also has an engraved design, but it is even less clear what is depicted due to the wear and patina. The design on the reverse seems to include some vertical lines or characters.

Next to the coin, there is a vertical ruler marked in centimeters, indicating the size of the coin. The background is black, which helps to highlight the details of the coin's surface.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-13

The image shows two views of an ancient coin, likely from a historical period given its weathered and corroded appearance. The coin is made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, as suggested by its brownish and greenish patina. The surface of the coin is rough, with visible wear and tear, indicating significant age and exposure to the elements.

On the left side of the image, the obverse (front) of the coin is shown. It appears to have an inscription or design, but the details are obscured by corrosion and wear. The right side of the image shows the reverse (back) of the coin, which also has an inscription or design that is difficult to decipher due to the same reasons.

The coin is placed against a black background, and there is a scale bar on the right side of the image, indicating the size of the coin in centimeters. The scale bar suggests that the coin is relatively small, typical of ancient coins. The overall condition of the coin suggests it may be a valuable historical artifact.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm

Google

cm
cm