Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Amphipolis under Septimius Severus

Date

2nd-3rd century CE

People

Coin Constituent: Septimius Severus, Roman r. 193 - 211 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of H. Bartlett Wells, Class of 1929, 1984.616.70

Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Amphipolis under Septimius Severus

People

Coin Constituent: Septimius Severus, Roman r. 193 - 211 CE

Date

2nd-3rd century CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of H. Bartlett Wells, Class of 1929, 1984.616.70

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-06

Nature 99.9
Outdoors 99.9
Astronomy 99.9
Night 99.9
Outer Space 99.9
Universe 99.9
Space 99.9
Turquoise 99.8
Mineral 87.3
Crystal 66.1

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

no person 98
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geology 95.4
precious 95.4
desktop 95
science 94.8
gem 93.8
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nature 93.7
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industry 86.2
jewelry 86
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Imagga
created on 2022-05-06

planet 71.6
globe 56.6
moon 56.4
earth 53.1
space 42.7
world 42.6
sphere 40.6
global 32.9
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money 7.7
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gem 7.5
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shape 7.4
generated 7.4
decoration 7.4
color 7.2
currency 7.2

Google
created on 2022-05-06

Artifact 86.1
Grey 84
Font 81.5
Circle 77.1
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Metal 71.4
Darkness 69.3
Gemstone 67.7
Fashion accessory 67.6
Rock 67.1
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Jade 65.7
Jewellery 64.9
Glass 62.4
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Tree 57.6
Pattern 56.2
Nickel 55.2
Art 53.3

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-06

turquoise 88.1
circle 65.4
aqua 62.7
enamel 21.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Moon

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Moon 99.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-06

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-06

a close up of a blue wall 29.5%
a close up of a blue background 29.4%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a pair of two ancient roman coins

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-29

two ancient coins with a woman on one side and a man on the other

OpenAI GPT

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

The image shows two ancient coins that appear heavily worn and corroded, likely made of copper or bronze, as evidenced by the greenish patina covering their surfaces. Both coins feature indistinct details due to their degradation over time.

On the left coin, there seems to be a faint outline of a human profile or bust, which might have been a portrait of a prominent figure, such as a ruler, common in ancient coin designs. Surrounding the profile, traces of inscriptions or text are faintly visible but illegible due to the corrosion.

The right coin similarly displays a worn and corroded surface, with vague outlines suggesting another human figure or feature. There are remnants of text or symbols on the perimeter, but they are equally difficult to decipher.

The background is black, and the right side includes scale markers in centimeters, suggesting this image was taken in a controlled setting, possibly for archaeological documentation or analysis.

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

The image shows two ancient coins, both appearing old and worn, with considerable greenish patina indicative of age and oxidation, likely from copper or bronze material. The left coin seems to depict a figure, possibly a profile of a person, although the details are heavily eroded and difficult to discern. The right coin also has a figure or symbol, but it is similarly indistinct due to age-related wear. Both coins exhibit rough and uneven surfaces, a common characteristic in ancient coins subjected to prolonged exposure to the elements. The background is black, with a scale on the right side marked in centimeters to provide a sense of the coins' size.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image shows two ancient coins or medallions. They appear to be made of bronze or a similar metal and have a greenish-blue patina, indicating they have aged over time. The coins have a circular shape and display intricate designs on both the obverse and reverse sides, though the details are not clearly visible. The image provides a scale in centimeters, suggesting these are relatively small historical artifacts.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image shows two ancient Roman coins side-by-side against a black background with a scale in centimeters below them. The coins appear to be made of bronze or copper and have developed a greenish patina over time, likely due to oxidation. Both coins depict a male portrait in profile on the obverse (front) side, though the portraits are heavily worn and details are difficult to make out. The reverse sides are not visible in this image. The coins seem to be from the late Roman Empire period based on their style and state of preservation.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-17

This appears to be an ancient coin or medallion that has developed a distinctive green patina, which is typical of aged copper or bronze artifacts. The object is oval in shape and appears to be photographed against a black background with a measurement scale visible on the right side. The surface shows significant weathering and corrosion, creating a mottled texture of greenish verdigris and grayish areas. The patination suggests this is an archaeological artifact that has been exposed to environmental conditions over a long period. The scale in centimeters indicates this is likely a detailed documentation or catalog photograph of the artifact.

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 details and patina. The coin is circular in shape, with a diameter of approximately 2.5 cm, as indicated by the scale on the right side of the image.

Coin Description:

  • Color: The coin exhibits a predominantly green patina, with hints of brown and white throughout.
  • Design: The obverse (front) side of the coin features a prominent figure, possibly a deity or emperor, surrounded by illegible text. The reverse (back) side displays a smaller figure, possibly a symbol or emblem, accompanied by additional text that is also difficult to decipher.
  • Condition: The coin appears to be in a state of moderate wear, with visible signs of aging and corrosion.

Background and Scale:

  • Background: The coin is set against a solid black background, which helps to highlight its features and provide a clear visual representation.
  • Scale: A scale is provided on the right side of the image, consisting of 15 white lines of varying lengths. The scale is labeled "cm" at the bottom, indicating that each line represents a centimeter. This allows the viewer to estimate the size of the coin relative to the scale.

Overall:

The image provides a detailed and informative view of the ancient coin, allowing the viewer to appreciate its historical significance and aesthetic appeal. The use of a black background and a scale helps to enhance the visual impact of the coin, making it easier to examine and understand its features.

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

The image features two ancient coins, likely from the Roman Empire, set against a black background. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin appearing slightly larger than the right one.

Coin Details:

  • Left Coin: The left coin is more worn and weathered, making it difficult to discern any details. It has a greenish patina, indicating exposure to the elements over time.
  • Right Coin: The right coin is also weathered but retains some visible details. It features an image of a person, possibly a Roman emperor or deity, although the exact identity is unclear due to the coin's condition.

Background and Scale:

  • Background: The background of the image is solid black, which helps to highlight the coins and their features.
  • Scale: A scale is provided on the right side of the image, indicating that the coins are approximately 2-3 centimeters in diameter.

Overall Impression:

  • The image suggests that the coins are part of an archaeological collection or exhibit, showcasing the history and cultural significance of ancient civilizations.
  • The worn and weathered condition of the coins adds to their historical value, providing a glimpse into the past and the lives of people who used them as currency.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows two ancient coins, possibly made of bronze, with a greenish-brown patina. The coins have a circular shape with a slightly raised border. The coin on the left has a more worn appearance, with some scratches and a slightly uneven surface. The coin on the right has a more defined edge and a smoother surface, but it also has some scratches and a greenish-brown patina. The coins appear to be from the same era, possibly from the Roman Empire. The image also includes a ruler with a scale in centimeters, indicating the size of the coins.

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

The image shows two ancient coins placed on a black background. The coins appear to be made of bronze, and they have a greenish-blue patina. The coin on the left side depicts a person's head in profile, while the coin on the right side features a bird with outstretched wings. Both coins have a circular shape and are of similar size, with a ruler on the right side of the image indicating their dimensions.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-29

The image shows two views of what appears to be an ancient coin, likely made of copper or bronze, against a black background. To the right of the coin is a ruler in centimeters for scale.

Both sides of the coin are heavily corroded, with a green-blue patina covering much of the surface. One side has what looks like a profile of a head. The other side has a design that is difficult to discern due to the level of corrosion, but appears to include some sort of figure or symbol along with an inscription. The coin is round but slightly irregular in shape due to wear and damage.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-29

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows two ancient-looking coins against a stark black background. Both coins have a circular shape and appear to be made of a weathered metal, likely bronze or copper, with a distinct green patina. This suggests they have been exposed to the elements for a significant amount of time.

The coin on the left is slightly more circular. On the coin faces, the design is heavily eroded, but it appears to depict a human face or bust and some possible inscriptions or symbols.

The coin on the right is also circular and exhibits the same patina. Its design is also heavily eroded, but appears to show a combination of figures and lettering.

Next to the coins is a ruler scale in centimeters. The overall presentation suggests these are artifacts, possibly from an archaeological find or a historical collection.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely of Roman origin, given the style and appearance. Both sides are worn and corroded, which is common for coins of significant age.

Left Side (Obverse):

  • The coin features a profile bust of a figure, possibly an emperor or a significant individual.
  • The figure is facing right and appears to be wearing a laurel wreath or a similar head covering, which was often used to depict rulers or deities.
  • There are faint inscriptions around the edge, but they are difficult to read due to the coin's condition.

Right Side (Reverse):

  • The reverse side of the coin shows a standing figure, which might be a deity or another significant figure.
  • The figure appears to be holding an object, possibly a staff or spear, which is a common attribute in Roman coinage.
  • As with the obverse, there are inscriptions around the edge, but they are also hard to decipher due to wear and corrosion.

The coin has a greenish patina, typical of bronze or copper alloys that have been exposed to oxidation over time. The scale on the right side of the image indicates the coin's size, which appears to be relatively small, consistent with ancient Roman coins.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-06

The image shows two ancient coins placed side by side against a black background. The coins are circular and appear to be made of a greenish-blue material, which is characteristic of oxidized copper or bronze. Both coins exhibit signs of age and wear, with visible patina and imperfections on their surfaces.

The coin on the left has a damaged edge and shows more significant wear and tear, with parts of the surface appearing flaked or eroded. The coin on the right is relatively intact but still shows signs of age, with a more uniform patina covering its surface.

Both coins feature some form of inscription or imagery, which is partially legible due to the wear and the greenish patina. The text appears to be in a script that is not immediately recognizable, suggesting they may be from an ancient civilization. The quality and style of the text and imagery on the coins suggest they could be from a period of ancient coinage, possibly from the Roman Empire or a similar historical context.

To the right of the coins, there is a vertical ruler with measurements in centimeters, indicating the size of the coins. The ruler helps to give a sense of the coins' dimensions relative to a standard length.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-06

This image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely made of copper or bronze, as indicated by the greenish patina covering its surface. The patina suggests that the coin has been exposed to the elements for an extended period, causing oxidation and corrosion.

  • Left Side: The obverse of the coin appears to have a central design that is partially worn and obscured by the patina. The details are not very clear, but it seems to depict some form of imagery or text, possibly a figure or symbol. The edges of the coin show signs of wear and some damage.

  • Right Side: The reverse of the coin also has a central design, which is similarly worn and covered in patina. The details here are also difficult to discern, but it may depict another figure or symbol. The edges of this side also show signs of wear and some irregularities.

The coin is photographed against a black background, and there is a scale bar on the right side of the image marked in centimeters, indicating the size of the coin. The scale bar suggests that the coin is approximately 2.5 cm in diameter.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm

Google

cm
cm