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Human Generated Data

Title

Anonymous Follis, Constantinople, pierced

Date

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People

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Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Department of the Classics, Harvard University, Bequest of Henry W. Haynes, 1912, 1977.216.3445.52

Human Generated Data

Title

Anonymous Follis, Constantinople, pierced

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Department of the Classics, Harvard University, Bequest of Henry W. Haynes, 1912, 1977.216.3445.52

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-09

Coin 85.3
Money 85.3

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

no person 99.8
metalwork 98.5
ancient 97.4
one 97.4
armor 97.1
sculpture 96.2
shield 93.4
retro 92.7
old 92.6
rusty 91.6
antique 90.5
veil 90.4
iron 88.4
steel 88.4
two 88
side view 88
wear 87.6
art 87.4
isolated 87
cutout 86.9

Imagga
created on 2022-05-09

currency 48.5
money 46.8
coin 46.8
coins 39.6
finance 33.8
cash 32.1
banking 30.4
bank 27.8
close 24.6
object 20.5
financial 20.5
pay 18.2
round 18.1
historical 17.9
moon 17.7
old 17.4
collection 17.2
metal 16.9
collect 16.7
fastener 16.7
one 14.9
retro 14.8
screw 14.7
black 13.8
planet 13.8
numismatics 12.9
restraint 12.8
business 12.8
vintage 12.4
exchange 12.4
amulet 12.4
earthenware 12
astronomy 11.7
space 11.6
night 11.6
silver 11.5
dollar 11.1
cent 10.8
wealth 10.8
finances 10.6
ruble 9.9
penny 9.9
copper 9.8
science 9.8
container 9.8
charm 9.8
ceramic ware 9.8
ancient 9.5
dark 9.2
investment 9.2
gold 9
shield 8.9
closeup 8.8
device 8.7
barrel 8.7
shell 8.5
savings 8.4
economy 8.4
full 8.2
hole 8
vessel 7.9
crater 7.9
universe 7.8
cosmos 7.8
pound 7.7
change 7.7
payment 7.7
earth 7.3
armor 7.1
antique 7.1
shiny 7.1
concepts 7.1
sky 7

Google
created on 2022-05-09

Brown 98
Coin 86.5
Artifact 84
Wood 82.3
Currency 79.9
Money 79.5
Nickel 77.9
Font 74.5
Circle 72.9
Money handling 71.6
Close-up 70.5
Metal 69.8
History 65.3
Collectable 64.6
Antique 64.4
Cash 63.6
Bronze 63.5
Ancient history 62.7
Fashion accessory 62.3
Copper 60.6

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-09

bronze 84.8
coin 78.7
currency 68.1
money 62.8
metal 62.6
mint 55.5
stone 9.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Coin

Clarifai

Coin 99.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-09

paintings art 98.6%
food drinks 1.4%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-09

a close up of a stone wall 35.5%
close up of a stone wall 30.1%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a pair of ancient coins with a black background

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

two bronze coins with a cross and a man on them

OpenAI GPT

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

This image shows two sides of a coin, likely an ancient or medieval one based on its design and wear. The coin is made of a brownish metal, possibly bronze or copper. A hole has been deliberately punched through the coin near the edge, indicating it may have been repurposed as jewelry or for other uses aside from currency.

  • Left side of the coin (obverse): There is a depiction of two figures standing, likely religious or regal in nature, which could represent saints, rulers, or symbolic figures. The details are worn, but you can make out vertical features resembling pillars or staff-like objects held by the figures.

  • Right side of the coin (reverse): It features a cross in the center, surrounded by geometric or decorative patterns. The cross is prominent and may symbolize Christianity. Along the edges, faint patterns or letters are visible, though they are worn and difficult to read due to age and damage.

Ruler measurements aligned on the right indicate the size of the coin in centimeters. The coin's condition and style suggest it may date back several centuries, possibly from a European or Byzantine context.

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

The image shows two sides of a medieval coin known as a denier tournois. This coin displays typical features of medieval European coinage, likely from Western Europe during the medieval period.

The coin on the left side shows a faint image, possibly of a religious figure or a ruler, standing and holding a scepter or staff. There is considerable wear, making details hard to discern. Additionally, the coin has a noticeable hole near the top, which might have been made to wear the coin as a pendant.

The coin on the right side displays a cross in the center. The arms of the cross are decorated with small dots, and the surrounding imagery features repetition, potentially text or additional designs. This side is also worn but retains more visible detail compared to the other side.

Overall, the coin's design elements are typical of medieval coinage, with religious and regal iconography. The presence of a hole suggests it may have also served as an ornament or amulet.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows two ancient copper or bronze coins or medallions. They appear to be round in shape and have intricate designs engraved on them. The obverse side features a figure or symbol, while the reverse side has a cross-like design with additional symbols or markings. The coins have a weathered, aged appearance, suggesting they are historical artifacts. The scale bar in the image indicates the approximate size of the coins.

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

This appears to be an ancient or historical metal badge or medallion, likely made of bronze or copper given its dark brown patina. It's oval in shape and appears to be weathered or corroded, showing signs of significant age. There are some engraved or embossed designs visible on its surface, though they're somewhat worn. The image includes a measurement scale on the right side in centimeters, suggesting this is likely a photograph taken for archaeological or historical documentation purposes. The object appears to have a small hole near the bottom, possibly for attachment or display purposes. The background is black, which helps highlight the details and texture of the artifact.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a coin with two sides, showcasing a detailed design on each side. The coin is circular in shape and appears to be made of metal, likely bronze or copper, given its brown color.

  • Front Side:
    • The front side of the coin features a figure standing in the center, wearing a long robe that reaches down to their ankles.
    • The figure holds a scepter in their right hand and a bowl or cup in their left hand.
    • The background of the front side is plain, with no visible markings or patterns.
  • Back Side:
    • The back side of the coin displays a cross with four arms, each adorned with a different design.
    • The top arm of the cross features a crown or a wreath, while the bottom arm shows a person or animal.
    • The left arm of the cross has a series of dots or small circles, and the right arm displays a pattern of lines or stripes.
    • The background of the back side is also plain, with no visible markings or patterns.

In summary, the coin is a circular piece of metal with two distinct sides, each featuring a unique design. The front side depicts a figure holding a scepter and a bowl, while the back side showcases a cross with four arms, each adorned with different designs.

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

The image depicts two ancient coins, each with a unique design. The coin on the left features an embossed figure of a person wearing a long robe and holding a staff in their right hand. The coin on the right displays a cross with four legs, accompanied by various symbols and markings.

Both coins are made of bronze and have a dark brown color, indicating they are likely quite old. A small hole is visible at the top of each coin, suggesting they may have been used as pendants or charms. The coins are set against a black background, which helps to highlight their intricate details.

In the bottom-right corner of the image, a ruler is visible, providing a scale for measuring the size of the coins. The ruler is marked in centimeters, allowing viewers to estimate the diameter of the coins. Overall, the image provides a fascinating glimpse into the design and craftsmanship of ancient coins.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows two ancient bronze coins placed side by side against a black background. Both coins have a hole in the center, which appears to be a result of wear or intentional perforation. The coin on the left features an intricate design, possibly depicting a figure or symbol, with a rough texture and some areas of corrosion. The coin on the right has a more defined design, including a cross and some text or numbers, which are partially worn away. The coins are shown with a ruler for scale, indicating their size.

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

The image depicts two ancient coins, each featuring a distinct design and inscriptions. The coin on the left showcases a figure, possibly a deity or ruler, standing with an elaborate headdress and holding a staff or scepter. The coin on the right displays a cross with arms of equal length, surrounded by intricate patterns and inscriptions. Both coins have a hole in the center, likely for threading onto a string or chain. The coins are displayed against a black background, with a ruler on the right side for scale, indicating their size.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-14

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows two sides of a circular, tarnished brown coin-like object against a black background. To the right of the objects is a ruler marked in centimeters. Both objects have a circular hole. The object on the left seems to depict a human-like figure, while the object on the right seems to depict a cross-like shape. The objects are worn and tarnished.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-14

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows two ancient, likely metal, coins or tokens. They are displayed against a black background, which emphasizes their aged appearance. To the right of the coins is a ruler marked in centimeters, serving as a scale reference.

  • Coin 1 (Left): The coin on the left appears to feature a standing figure. There's a head visible, with what might be arms or wings positioned around it. The figure is standing, and there are vertical lines indicating the presence of a body and clothing. There is a drilled hole near the upper edge of the coin, suggesting it was once used as a pendant or similar item.

  • Coin 2 (Right): The coin on the right has a different design. It features a cross design, with four structures resembling pillars extending from the horizontal bar of the cross. There are small dots above the horizontal bar and a drilled hole near the bottom.

Both coins exhibit signs of age and wear, with dark discoloration and some surface imperfections. The design elements are etched into the coins, suggesting they were produced through a stamping or molding process. The coins' shapes are irregular, indicating they were hand-struck and possibly not perfectly circular.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin or token, likely made of bronze or a similar metal. The coin appears to be quite worn and has a small hole near the edge on each side, possibly indicating it was used as a pendant or similar ornament at some point.

Left Side:

  • The left side of the coin features a figure, likely a person, standing upright. The figure appears to be holding an object, possibly a staff or scepter, and is dressed in what looks like a long robe or garment. The details are somewhat obscured due to wear and age, but the figure seems to be in a formal or ceremonial pose.

Right Side:

  • The right side of the coin displays a cross with several small circles or dots around it. There are also two figures, possibly animals or mythical creatures, flanking the cross. The design suggests a religious or symbolic significance, potentially related to Christianity given the presence of the cross.

The coin's worn condition and the style of the imagery suggest it could be from the medieval period or earlier. The presence of the cross and figures indicates it might have been used for religious or ceremonial purposes.

Qwen

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

The image shows two views of an ancient coin, likely a numismatic object of historical significance. The coin appears to be made of a metallic material, possibly bronze or a similar alloy, and exhibits a somewhat worn and patinated surface, indicating it has been in circulation or buried for a long time.

Obverse (Front):

  • The obverse side features a figure that appears to be a deity or a person in a ceremonial or religious pose. The figure is standing, holding an orb or globe in one hand, which is a common symbol in numismatics, often representing the ruler or a deity. The figure is depicted with a crown or headdress, suggesting a royal or divine status.
  • There is a cross-like symbol at the top of the obverse, which could be indicative of a religious or cultural sign.
  • The overall design is somewhat intricate, with details that are typical of ancient coin designs.

Reverse (Back):

  • The reverse side of the coin features a different design, with a large cross dominating the center. This cross is often a significant religious symbol and could be indicative of Christian, Byzantine, or another type of religious influence.
  • Below the cross, there are some inscriptions or symbols that are difficult to discern due to the wear and patina.
  • The bottom of the reverse side also has a hole, which is likely for mounting the coin on a chain or for attachment to a metal loop, suggesting it might have been used as a token or amulet rather than for regular currency.

Scale:

  • On the right side of the image, there is a scale that appears to be a ruler in centimeters, indicating the size of the coin. This helps in appreciating the relative dimensions of the coin.

The coin's design elements, including the cross and the orb, suggest it might be from a period when Christianity was gaining prominence, possibly from the Byzantine Empire or a similar cultural sphere. However, the exact dating and origin of the coin would require further archaeological and numismatic expertise.

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

This image shows an ancient coin or medallion, viewed from both its obverse (front) and reverse (back) sides. Here's a detailed description:

Obverse (Left Side):

  • Design: Features a standing figure that appears to be a man or a deity, possibly holding an object in one hand. The figure is wearing a long garment. There is also a smaller figure to the left, possibly a child or an animal.
  • Material: The coin appears to be made of a metal, likely bronze, given its brownish color and patina.
  • Condition: The surface is worn, with some areas showing significant wear and tear, indicating its age.
  • Hole: There is a hole near the top of the coin, suggesting it may have been used as a pendant.

Reverse (Right Side):

  • Design: Displays a cross, which is a common symbol in many ancient coins. The cross is surrounded by some symbols or letters that are difficult to decipher due to the wear.
  • Material: Same as the obverse, likely bronze.
  • Condition: Similar to the obverse, with visible wear and patina.
  • Hole: There is a hole near the bottom of the coin, indicating it was likely hung or worn in some way.

Scale:

  • A scale in centimeters is visible on the right side of the image, providing a sense of the coin's size. The coin appears to be roughly 3-4 cm in diameter.

Overall, this coin or medallion appears to be an ancient artifact, possibly used as both currency and a pendant, given the holes on both sides. The detailed designs and symbols suggest it may have religious or cultural significance.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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