Human Generated Data

Title

Follis of Licinius, Heraclea

Date

307-323 CE

People

Coin Constituent: Licinius I, Roman r. 308 - 324 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Alice Corinne McDaniel Collection, Department of the Classics, Harvard University, 2008.115.327

Human Generated Data

Title

Follis of Licinius, Heraclea

People

Coin Constituent: Licinius I, Roman r. 308 - 324 CE

Date

307-323 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Alice Corinne McDaniel Collection, Department of the Classics, Harvard University, 2008.115.327

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-06

Dime 99.9
Coin 99.9
Money 99.9
Nickel 99.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-16

no person 99.7
metalwork 99.5
one 98.1
sculpture 97
ancient 97
science 93.5
copper 93.2
wealth 93.2
money 91.9
round out 91.1
astronomy 90.8
retro 90.4
isolate 87.4
people 86.9
invertebrate 86.7
old 84.5
moon 84
museum 82.3
round 81.5
armor 80.5

Imagga
created on 2022-05-06

coin 52.5
money 48.6
currency 48.5
shield 45.6
coins 37.7
armor 35.9
finance 35.5
ingot 35.3
cash 34.8
bank 27.8
banking 27.6
block 27.3
protective covering 27.2
old 25.1
financial 23.2
collection 22.6
metal 20.1
close 20
pay 19.2
covering 19.1
object 19.1
moon 18.2
circle 17.2
numismatics 16.8
silver 16.8
round 16.4
retro 16.4
historical 16
one 15.7
business 15.2
ancient 14.7
antique 14.4
vintage 14.1
economy 13.9
collect 13.8
planet 13.7
wealth 13.5
gold 13.2
art 12
cent 11.8
pound 11.6
change 11.6
earth 11
black 10.8
finances 10.6
exchange 10.5
commerce 10.3
design 10.2
symbol 10.1
penny 9.9
history 9.8
astronomy 9.8
circular 9.7
dollar 9.3
globe 9.3
decorative 9.2
association 8.9
copper 8.8
creative 8.8
closeup 8.8
shiny 8.7
cloud 8.6
bowl 8.4
ball 8.4
cover 8.3
backdrop 8.3
global 8.2
arabesque 8.2
night 8
conceptual 7.9
associated 7.9
ellipse 7.9
definition 7.9
advertise 7.8
space 7.8
advertisement 7.7
us 7.7
advertising 7.7
two 7.6
savings 7.5
element 7.4
data 7.3
amulet 7.3
decoration 7.3
icon 7.1
market 7.1
decor 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-06

Artifact 85.2
Currency 84.8
Grey 84.1
Money 83.8
Coin 83.2
Nickel 81.3
Font 77
Circle 74.7
Metal 70.6
Bronze 65
History 64.4
Fashion accessory 63.6
Antique 63.4
Ancient history 58.8
Collectable 57.5
Art 51
Still life photography 50.1
Natural material 50.1
Lead 50

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-06

coin 98.7
currency 85.5
money 81.7
silver 80.9
cash 77.3
nickel 73.2
mint 71.5
money handling 71
bronze 70.6
metal 65.1
circle 55.9
dark 49.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Coin

Clarifai

Coin 99.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-06

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-06

a close up of a coin 72.8%
a coin in a dark room 56.3%
close up of a coin 56.2%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-22

a photograph of a pair of ancient coins with a roman coin

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

two ancient coins with the image of a man and woman

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

The image portrays two sides of a Roman coin against a black background. The coin appears to be made of bronze and exhibits wear but retains discernible details.

Obverse (left side):
The obverse features a bust of a Roman emperor, facing right. The figure is adorned with a laurel wreath or crown and appears to be wearing armor or a decorative garment. Surrounding the bust is Latin script, slightly worn but still visible.

Reverse (right side):
The reverse shows a standing figure, possibly a goddess or allegorical representation, holding a staff or spear in one hand and another object in the other (possibly a globe or shield). Beside the figure, there are two smaller figures - one on each side. The coin is also inscribed with Latin text along the edge, accompanied by symbols or a mintmark at the bottom.

A scale indicator in centimeters is visible on the right side of the image, which helps give perspective on the coin's size.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image displays two views of an ancient coin against a black background, with a centimeter scale on the right side indicating the coin's size. The left view shows the obverse, or front, of the coin, which features a profile portrait of Roman Emperor Galerius. The emperor is depicted facing right, wearing a radiate crown and military bust, symbolizing authority and divine favor. Surrounding the bust are inscriptions in Latin, typical of Roman coins, although the text is partially obscured.

The right view displays the reverse side of the coin, which depicts a Roman deity, possibly Jupiter, bearing a baton and a globe, signifying power and dominion over the world. Accompanying the central figure are additional figures and objects, likely symbolic or mythological, as well as inscriptions that are partially visible.

The coin exhibits a worn appearance typical of aged metal, reflecting its historical and archaeological value.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image shows two sides of an ancient Roman coin. On one side, there is a profile portrait of what appears to be a Roman emperor or ruler. The other side depicts a standing figure, likely a Roman deity or personification. The coin has a dark, weathered appearance, suggesting it is an ancient artifact. The image also includes a scale bar for size reference.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image shows two ancient Roman coins against a black background. The coins appear to be made of bronze or a similar metal and have a greenish patina, indicating their age. Both coins depict a male figure facing right, likely an emperor or other important historical figure from the Roman era. The coin on the left shows the bust with some kind of headpiece or crown, while the right coin portrays the figure with a laurel wreath. Latin inscriptions can be seen encircling the perimeter of each coin, though the text is worn and difficult to make out clearly in this image. The coins provide an interesting glimpse into Roman currency, art and portraiture from centuries ago.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-15

This image shows two views of what appears to be an ancient Roman coin. The coin is made of bronze or copper and shows signs of age and patina, with a dark greenish-brown coloration typical of ancient metals. The coin features a portrait in profile on one side (the obverse), and appears to have some text or inscriptions around the edge, though they're not clearly legible in this image. The coins are photographed against a black background with a measurement scale visible on the right side of the frame. These types of coins are important archaeological artifacts that help historians understand ancient Roman economy and culture.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image presents a pair of ancient Roman coins, showcasing their intricate details and historical significance.

Coin 1:

  • Front Side:
    • Features a profile of a man's head, likely a Roman emperor or notable figure.
    • Inscriptions are visible around the edge of the coin, although they are not legible due to the image quality.
  • Back Side:
    • Displays a standing figure, possibly a goddess or deity, with a sword in hand.
    • Additional inscriptions are present, but the text is too small to decipher.

Coin 2:

  • Front Side:
    • Presents a profile of a man's head, similar to the first coin.
    • The inscriptions on this side are also illegible.
  • Back Side:
    • Shows a standing figure, possibly a god or deity, holding a spear.
    • Inscriptions are present, but the text is too small to read.

Additional Information:

  • The coins are displayed against a black background, with a ruler or measuring device visible on the right side of the image.
  • The ruler features white lines and the label "cm" at the bottom, indicating that the coins are being measured or compared in centimeters.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the history of ancient Roman coins, highlighting their unique designs and inscriptions. While the text is not legible, the images offer valuable insights into the cultural and artistic achievements of the Roman Empire.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image presents a coin with an inscription and a figure, accompanied by a ruler for scale. The coin is positioned centrally in the image, with the ruler situated to its right.

Coin Description:

  • The coin features an inscription around its edge, although the text is not legible due to its small size and worn condition.
  • On one side of the coin, there is a figure depicted in a long robe, possibly a religious or historical figure. However, the details are unclear due to the coin's age and wear.
  • The coin appears to be made of metal, likely bronze or copper, given its dark brown color and the presence of verdigris (a greenish-blue patina) on its surface.

Ruler Description:

  • The ruler is placed vertically to the right of the coin, providing a scale for measuring the coin's size.
  • The ruler has markings at regular intervals, allowing for precise measurement of the coin's diameter.
  • The ruler is labeled with the abbreviation "cm," indicating that the measurements are in centimeters.

Background:

  • The background of the image is solid black, which helps to highlight the coin and ruler.
  • There are no other objects or features visible in the background, suggesting that the image was taken in a controlled environment, such as a laboratory or studio.

Overall, the image provides a clear view of the coin and its features, along with a scale for measurement. The use of a solid black background helps to focus attention on the coin and ruler, making it easier to examine and analyze the image.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image features two ancient bronze coins displayed on a black background, accompanied by a ruler for scale. The coin on the left showcases the profile of an emperor, possibly Constantine I, wearing a laurel wreath and a military helmet. The inscription around the emperor's head reads "CONSTANTINVS AVG," indicating his imperial title. The coin on the right depicts a standing figure, possibly representing a deity or a personification of a virtue, with the inscription "SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE" below, translating to "Security of the Republic." The coins exhibit signs of wear and age, with some corrosion and a greenish patina, typical of ancient bronze artifacts.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image shows two ancient coins placed on a black background. The coin on the left depicts a bearded man wearing a crown with spikes. The coin on the right shows a man standing with his right foot raised and his left hand resting on a shield. Both coins have inscriptions and markings on them, and they appear to be made of metal.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-14

The image displays two ancient coins laid out on a black background. They are likely Roman coins, given the style and imagery. The coins are heavily worn, showing signs of age and use, and have a dark, slightly greenish patina, suggesting they are made of bronze or a similar alloy.

On the left, one side of the coin features a bust of a person wearing a laurel wreath. The bust is surrounded by an inscription, though much of it is illegible due to wear.

The coin on the right displays a standing figure, with other details that are also difficult to discern. It has an inscription running along the edge and some marks in the lower area.

A ruler on the side, provides a measurement scale in centimeters.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-14

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin against a dark black background, with a ruler on the right for scale.

The coin is circular and appears to be made of a dark metal, likely bronze or a similar alloy. It exhibits significant wear and signs of age.

On the left coin, a profile portrait of a person is visible, likely a ruler or emperor. The person is wearing a laurel or some kind of head covering. The inscription around the border is only partially legible.

The right coin features a standing figure, potentially a deity or personification. Beside them is a child. There is lettering or symbols on the right side.

The ruler on the right has centimeter markings.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image shows two sides of an ancient Roman coin.

  • Left Side (Obverse):

    • The coin features a profile portrait of a person facing right.
    • The inscription around the portrait reads "D N VALENTINIANVS P F AVG," which translates to "Dominus Noster Valentinianus Pius Felix Augustus." This indicates the coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Valentinian.
    • The portrait likely depicts Valentinian I, who ruled from 364 to 375 AD.
  • Right Side (Reverse):

    • The reverse side depicts a figure standing facing forward, holding a labarum (a military standard displaying a Christian symbol) in the right hand and a globe in the left hand.
    • The inscription reads "GLORIA ROMANORVM," which translates to "Glory of the Romans."
    • The letter "R" appears in the exergue (the space below the main design), which often indicates the mint where the coin was produced.

The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal, showing signs of wear and patina, which is typical for ancient coins. The scale on the right side of the image indicates the coin's size, which is relatively small, typical of Roman coins from this period.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-29

The image shows two ancient coins placed side by side against a black background. The coin on the left has a profile portrait of a person wearing what appears to be a crown or diadem, with the inscription around the edge reading "TRAETCNIVS AVGVSTVS." The right coin depicts two figures, likely a goddess and another person, standing on a mound or platform. The figure on the left is holding a staff or scepter, and the one on the right is holding a staff and a shield. The inscription around the edge reads "TRIBVNATIVS IMPERATOR." The coins appear to be of Roman origin, with the style of the figures and the inscriptions being indicative of Roman currency from the late Roman period.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-29

This image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely from the Roman Empire, displayed against a dark background.

  1. Obverse (Left Side):

    • The coin features a portrait of a person, possibly an emperor, facing right.
    • The person is wearing a diadem or crown, suggesting royalty or high status.
    • There is an inscription around the portrait, though it is partially worn and difficult to read completely.
    • The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal, showing signs of age and wear.
  2. Reverse (Right Side):

    • This side depicts a figure, possibly a deity or a personification of a concept, holding a spear and a shield.
    • The figure is standing and appears to be in a pose of authority or defense.
    • There is another inscription around the edge, which is also partially worn and not fully legible.
    • The coin shows patina, which is the result of oxidation over time, giving it a greenish tint in some areas.
  3. Additional Details:

    • A scale is visible on the right side of the image, indicating the size of the coin.
    • The coin is well-preserved but shows signs of wear and aging, which is typical for ancient artifacts.

Overall, the coin is an example of Roman numismatics, likely from the late Roman Empire period, given the style of the portrait and the inscriptions.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm
all
IN
our
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Google

cm BYA
cm
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