Human Generated Data

Title

Antoninianus of Gallienus

Date

3rd century CE

People

Coin Constituent: Gallienus, Roman r. 253 - 268 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, A Gift to the Museum from Arthur W. Arundel through the Harvard Fund Council, Class of 1951, 1974.27.221

Human Generated Data

Title

Antoninianus of Gallienus

People

Coin Constituent: Gallienus, Roman r. 253 - 268 CE

Date

3rd century CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, A Gift to the Museum from Arthur W. Arundel through the Harvard Fund Council, Class of 1951, 1974.27.221

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-10

Soil 98.5
Coin 92.5
Money 92.5
Fossil 77.8
Archaeology 72
Nickel 70.9
Nature 60.5
Outdoors 60.5
Astronomy 60.5
Night 60.5
Outer Space 60.5
Universe 60.5
Space 60.5

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

no person 99.2
one 98.5
geology 97.9
invertebrate 97.2
paleontology 97
prehistoric 96.4
metalwork 96.2
sculpture 95.5
round out 94.9
science 93.7
rock 93.7
quartz 91.8
ancient 90.2
nature 90.1
astronomy 90
people 89.4
still life 88.2
mine 88.1
stone 87.9
round 85.9

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

invertebrate 97.3
trilobite 64.7
arthropod 55
animal 52.8
organism 25.6
mollusk 19.7
moon 17.3
close 16
black 15
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stone 13.6
crater 13.2
planet 13.2
old 12.5
dark 12.5
brown 12.5
bivalve 12.1
texture 11.8
night 11.5
astronomy 10.7
food 10.4
design 10.1
space 10.1
earth 10.1
currency 9.9
reflection 9.7
surface 9.7
pattern 9.6
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money 9.4
science 8.9
light 8.7
rock 8.7
stones 8.5
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gastropod 7.8
coins 7.7
oyster 7.7
coin 7.6
abalone 7.4
pepper 7.2
sea 7
sky 7

Google
created on 2022-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-10

animal 99.6
invertebrate 99.2
mollusk 60.6
echinoderm 58.7
dark 33.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Moon

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Moon 60.5%

Clarifai

Coin 97.8%

Clarifai

Coin 97%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

paintings art 95.9%
food drinks 3.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-10

a close up of an animal 36.4%
close up of an animal 31.2%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a coin with a coin on it

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

two silver coins with a woman's head on one side

OpenAI GPT

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

This image shows two sides of an ancient coin displayed against a solid black background. The coin appears to be made of metal, likely silver or another alloy, and displays significant wear indicative of age and use.

The left side of the coin features the faint outline of a portrait in profile, possibly of a ruler or deity, surrounded by inscriptions that are mostly worn and indistinct. The design exhibits classical styling, suggesting it may be of Roman or similar historical origin.

The right side of the coin is more worn and appears to have minimal visible markings. There may be faint linear shapes or traces of a design, but it is difficult to discern any clear imagery or inscriptions. The rim of the coin shows a scalloped edge.

A scale marker in centimeters is visible on the far right of the image, providing context for the coin's size.

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient Roman coin. On the left side, the obverse of the coin features a profile portrait of a bearded figure, likely an emperor, facing right, wearing a laurel wreath. The inscription around the figure is largely worn and difficult to make out. The right side, the reverse of the coin, is significantly worn and does not have any distinguishable features or inscriptions remaining, making it difficult to discern its original imagery or text. The coin is metallic and appears to have some tarnish or patina, common for coins of this age. A scale is present to the right of the image, indicating size in centimeters, but is not showing specific measurements for the coin.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

The image shows two ancient coins or medallions. They appear to be made of a dark, weathered metal, likely bronze or copper. The coins have intricate designs and inscriptions on them, suggesting they are historical artifacts from an ancient civilization. The coins are displayed against a plain black background, which allows the details of the coins to be clearly visible.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-19

This image shows what appears to be an ancient Roman coin or medallion photographed against a black background. The coin appears to be made of metal, likely silver or a silver alloy, and shows significant age with a dark patina and wear. The surface is somewhat corroded or tarnished, giving it a brownish-gray color. There's a measurement scale visible on the right side of the image marked in centimeters. The coin has an irregular, slightly serrated edge, which is typical of many ancient Roman coins. While there appears to be some kind of portrait or design on the surface, the details are quite worn and difficult to make out clearly in this photograph.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a pair of ancient coins, likely from the Middle Ages or earlier, against a black background. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin facing upwards and the right coin facing downwards.

Coin Details:

  • Shape: Both coins are circular in shape.
  • Material: The coins appear to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper.
  • Design: The left coin features an indistinct design on its front side, while the right coin has a vertical line or groove running down its center.
  • Edge: The edges of both coins are rough and irregular, suggesting they may have been worn or damaged over time.
  • Size: The coins are relatively small, with the ruler on the right side indicating a measurement of approximately 1-2 centimeters (cm) in diameter.

Background:

  • Color: The background is solid black.
  • Ruler: A white ruler is visible on the right side of the image, providing a scale for measuring the coins.

Overall:

The image suggests that the coins are of historical significance, possibly dating back to the Middle Ages or earlier. The rough edges and indistinct designs on the coins imply that they may have been used for everyday transactions or as a form of currency in a specific region or culture.

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

The image depicts two ancient coins, likely from the Roman Empire, set against a black background. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin facing forward and the right coin facing backward.

Coin Details:

  • Front Side (Left Coin): The front side of the coin features an embossed image of a person, possibly a Roman emperor or deity, although the details are worn and difficult to discern. The coin's edge is rough and irregular, suggesting it may have been hand-struck or damaged over time.
  • Back Side (Right Coin): The back side of the coin appears to feature a tree or plant motif, but the details are also worn and unclear. Like the front side, the edge of the coin is rough and irregular.

Background and Scale:

  • Black Background: The coins are set against a plain black background, which helps to highlight their features and details.
  • Scale: A scale is provided on the right side of the image, indicating that the coins are approximately 2-3 centimeters in diameter. This scale helps to give context to the size of the coins and allows viewers to better appreciate their details.

Overall Impression:

  • Ancient Origins: The coins appear to be ancient, possibly dating back to the Roman Empire or another ancient civilization. Their worn and weathered appearance suggests they have been buried or exposed to the elements for an extended period.
  • Historical Significance: Despite their worn condition, the coins may still hold historical significance and provide valuable insights into the culture, economy, and politics of the time period in which they were minted.

Amazon Nova

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

The image displays two ancient silver coins, likely from the Roman era, placed on a black background. The coins appear to be worn and weathered, indicating their age and historical significance. On the left coin, there is a prominent image of a tree or a similar design, possibly representing a symbol of nature or a specific deity. The coin's surface shows signs of corrosion and wear, with some areas appearing darker and others lighter. On the right coin, there is a more abstract design, possibly a human figure or a symbol, which is less distinct due to the coin's condition. Both coins have a circular shape and are similar in size, suggesting they may belong to the same series or period. The coins are placed against a ruler with centimeters marked, indicating their size for reference.

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

The image shows two ancient coins. The coins are displayed on a black background, which makes them stand out clearly. The coins are round and have a dull, silver-colored surface. The coin on the left features a design that appears to be a tree with branches and leaves. The coin on the right has a simpler design, with a single vertical line running through the center. Both coins have a worn and aged appearance, suggesting that they have been in circulation for a long time.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-01

Here is a description of the image:

The image showcases two ancient silver coins displayed against a stark black background, with a cm ruler placed along the right edge for scale. Both coins are circular and appear worn, bearing the marks of age and use.

On the left, the coin exhibits an intricate pattern or depiction, possibly of a symbol or figure, though details are obscured by wear.

The coin on the right, in contrast, appears simpler, with a linear feature running down its center. Both coins have irregular edges, common for older coins, and display a somewhat dull metallic sheen. The dark backdrop highlights the silver color of the coins, allowing for a detailed examination of their surface textures and designs.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-01

The image displays two sides of an ancient, silver coin against a black background, along with a centimeter ruler for scale. Both sides of the coin exhibit signs of wear and age, with uneven edges and surface imperfections.

One side features a design with linear elements radiating from a central point, possibly representing a star or geometric pattern. The other side shows a simpler design, possibly a single line or symbol. The details are somewhat worn, but the basic design is still discernible.

The centimeter ruler on the right side of the image provides a sense of the coin's size, indicating it is likely between 1 and 2 centimeters in diameter. The overall image is well-lit, highlighting the coin's details and texture.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely Roman, given the style and design.

Left Side (Obverse):

  • The coin features a profile bust facing right.
  • The bust appears to be wearing a laurel wreath, which is a common feature on Roman coins, often symbolizing victory or imperial authority.
  • There are inscriptions around the edge of the coin, but they are not clearly legible in the image.

Right Side (Reverse):

  • The reverse side shows a standing figure facing left, holding an object in the right hand (likely a spear or staff) and another object in the left hand (possibly a globe or shield).
  • The figure is dressed in what appears to be a long garment, possibly a toga or military attire.
  • Similar to the obverse, there are inscriptions around the edge, but they are not clearly legible.

The coin appears to be made of a metal alloy, possibly bronze or a similar material, given its color and wear. The edges of the coin are slightly irregular, which is typical for ancient coins that were hand-struck rather than milled. The coin shows signs of wear and corrosion, indicating its age and usage over time.

Qwen

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin placed against a black background. The coin appears to be quite old, with a worn and weathered surface, indicating significant age and possibly historical significance.

The left side of the coin features a detailed design, possibly depicting a bust or portrait of a figure, with what appears to be flowing hair or a headdress. There are also some letters or symbols visible, but they are not clearly legible in the image.

The right side of the coin is smoother and simpler in design, with a central feature that might be a symbol or a denomination. The outer edge of the coin has a wavy or serrated appearance, which is a characteristic of many ancient coins.

On the far right of the image, there is a vertical scale bar labeled with "cm" (centimeters), indicating the size of the coin for reference. The coin itself is slightly larger than 2 cm in diameter.

The overall appearance of the coin suggests it could be from a historical period where such coins were common, possibly from the Roman Empire or a similar era. However, without more context or clearer legibility of the inscriptions, a precise identification of the coin is challenging.

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

The image shows two ancient coins, presumably from the same period, displayed against a dark background.

  • Left Coin: This coin appears to have a worn and weathered surface, with visible patina and some erosion. The design on this coin is somewhat unclear due to the wear, but it seems to feature an intricate pattern or possibly a symbol or figure. The edges of the coin are irregular, suggesting it may have been hand-struck.

  • Right Coin: This coin also shows signs of age and wear, with a noticeable crack running vertically down the center. The surface is less detailed compared to the left coin, and it appears more plain. The edges are similarly irregular.

  • Scale: On the right side of the image, there is a scale marked in centimeters, indicating the size of the coins. The coins appear to be roughly 2 cm in diameter.

Overall, the coins seem to be of historical significance, possibly used for trade or as a form of currency in an ancient civilization. The wear and tear suggest they have been in circulation for a long time.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm

Google

cm
cm