Human Generated Data

Title

Copper Tessera of Manuel, Sebastophoros

Date

12th century

People

Coin Constituent: Manuel I, Byzantine r. 1143 -1180

Classification

Tokens

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.2273

Human Generated Data

Title

Copper Tessera of Manuel, Sebastophoros

People

Coin Constituent: Manuel I, Byzantine r. 1143 -1180

Date

12th century

Classification

Tokens

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.2273

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-09

Dime 99.9
Coin 99.9
Money 99.9
Nickel 98.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

metalwork 99.1
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symbol 98.6
desktop 97.3
copper 96.5
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money 91.4
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ancient 90
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wealth 89.6
cash 88.8
reverse 88.5
change 88.1
crown 88
round out 87.8
round 86.9
one 86.1
treasure 86

Imagga
created on 2022-05-09

currency 49.4
money 49.4
coin 48.7
ingot 47.4
coins 43.5
block 36.7
finance 34.7
banking 34
cash 33.9
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charm 18.2
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wealth 15.3
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pound 14.5
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gold 14
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circle 13.3
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debt 12.5
market 12.4
symbol 12.1
shiny 11.1
device 11
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restraint 10.6
change 10.6
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earth 10.1
decorative 10
ball 10
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copper 8.8
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historical 7.5
art 7.5
number 7.5
bowl 7.5
form 7.4
single 7.4
decor 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-09

Brown 98
Currency 84.4
Artifact 84.2
Money 83.6
Circle 75.2
Font 75
Nickel 71.4
Metal 69.8
Pattern 67.5
Fashion accessory 65.8
Bronze 64.4
History 62.9
Antique 61.7
Collectable 58
Macro photography 57.8
Coin 57.6
Darkness 56.2
Wood 50.6
Ancient history 50.5
Copper 50.4

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-09

silver 71.4
currency 70.4
money 64.9
bronze 64
circle 61.2
coin 60
text 59.4
metal 57.9
cash 56.1
nickel 54.7
mint 53.8
copper 51.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Coin

Clarifai

Coin 99.6%

Clarifai

Coin 99.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-09

paintings art 89.3%
food drinks 7.6%
interior objects 1.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-09

a close up of a game 25.4%
a close up of a rug 25.3%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of two coins with a coin on the reverse side of a coin

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

two coins with the words "pax" and "pax" on them

OpenAI GPT

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

The image displays two ancient coins on a black background. The coins have a worn, corroded surface with text inscribed in raised relief. Both coins are circular, and their inscriptions appear to be faint but arranged in lines within a dotted border. To the right of the coins, there is a scale marked in centimeters for reference, showing the small size of the objects. The dark background emphasizes the coins' details and texture.

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

The image shows two ancient coins against a black background. The coins appear to be made of a metal with a weathered, greenish-brown patina, indicative of age and exposure. Both coins have inscriptions in Greek script, arranged in horizontal lines within a circular border.

There is a scale on the right side of the image with markings in centimeters, providing a reference for the size of the coins. Each coin seems to be similar in dimensions, likely in the range of a few centimeters in diameter.

The inscriptions on the coins are difficult to read due to the age and condition, but the overall appearance gives the impression that they are ancient Byzantine coins or tesserae.

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 bronze or a similar metal and have intricate designs and inscriptions on both the front and back sides. The coins have a dark, weathered appearance, indicating they are quite old. The inscriptions on the coins appear to be in a language that is not immediately recognizable, suggesting they may be from a historical or archaeological context.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image shows two ancient copper coins against a black background. The coins appear heavily worn and corroded, with a greenish patina. Both coins have inscriptions or symbols stamped on them, though the details are difficult to make out due to the wear. The coins seem to be from the Byzantine era based on their appearance. A ruler is shown at the bottom of the image for scale, indicating each coin is approximately 2-3 cm in diameter.

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

This image shows both sides (obverse and reverse) of what appears to be an ancient bronze coin. The coin has a dark patina with some green oxidation typical of aged bronze. Both sides feature inscriptions in what looks like ancient text arranged in circular patterns. The text appears to be organized in multiple lines within concentric circles. The coin appears to be well-preserved enough that the inscriptions are still legible, though worn. There's a measurement scale visible on the right side of the image, indicating this is likely a professional numismatic photograph. The background is black, which helps highlight the details of the coin.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a close-up view of two ancient coins, positioned side by side on a black background. The coins are circular in shape and appear to be made of metal, likely bronze or copper, given their reddish-brown color with green patina.

Coin Details:

  • Design: The coins feature a circular design with a raised edge and a central inscription.
  • Inscription: The inscription is written in an ancient language, possibly Latin or Greek, and is divided into three lines.
  • Edge: The edge of the coin is decorated with a series of small dots, adding to its ornate appearance.
  • Size: The coins are approximately 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) in diameter, as indicated by the scale on the right side of the image.

Background:

  • Color: The background of the image is solid black, providing a clean and neutral backdrop for the coins.
  • Scale: A scale is visible on the right side of the image, indicating that the coins are approximately 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) in diameter.

Overall:

  • Context: The image appears to be a scientific or academic photograph, possibly taken for documentation or research purposes.
  • Purpose: The purpose of the image is likely to showcase the coins in detail, allowing for a closer examination of their design, inscription, and condition.

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

The image presents a pair of ancient coins, likely from the Byzantine 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. Both coins feature a circular shape with a raised edge, characteristic of Byzantine coinage.

Coin Details:

  • Obverse (Front): The obverse side of the left coin displays an inscription in Greek, which appears to be a combination of letters and symbols. The text is arranged in a circular pattern, with some letters overlapping or touching each other.
  • Reverse (Back): The reverse side of the right coin also features an inscription in Greek, although it is not identical to the obverse side. The text is similarly arranged in a circular pattern, with some letters overlapping or touching each other.

Ruler's Name:

Although the image does not provide explicit information about the ruler's name, the inscriptions on the coins suggest that they may be associated with a specific emperor or dynasty. Further research would be necessary to determine the exact ruler and historical context of these coins.

Historical Context:

The Byzantine Empire was a medieval state that existed from the 4th to the 15th century, with its capital in Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul). The empire was known for its rich cultural heritage, including its coinage, which often featured intricate designs and inscriptions. These coins likely date back to the early Byzantine period, possibly during the reign of Emperor Justinian I (527-565 AD) or another prominent ruler.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the image depicts two ancient Byzantine coins, each featuring intricate inscriptions in Greek. While the exact ruler's name is not specified, the coins likely date back to the early Byzantine period and provide valuable insight into the empire's cultural and historical significance.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts two ancient bronze coins, displayed against a black background. The coins appear to be worn and corroded, indicating their age and historical significance. On the left coin, the inscription reads "AUREUS ROMOGERI FVLCO NOVA," while on the right coin, the inscription reads "AUREUS DATIFUS BACVO DOVO." Both coins have a circular shape with a diameter of approximately 1.5 centimeters, as indicated by the ruler on the right side of the image. The coins are likely from the Roman Empire era, given the inscriptions and the style of the coins.

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

The image shows two old coins, possibly ancient coins, on a black background. The coins are circular in shape and have a brownish-reddish color. Each coin has a diameter of approximately 2 cm, as indicated by the ruler on the right side of the image. The coins have some text written on them, which appears to be in a foreign language. The text on the coins is in a bold font and is engraved on the surface of the coins.

Google Gemini

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

Here are two circular coins placed side by side against a black background, with a ruler on the far right side indicating centimeters. The coins appear to be made of a dark, tarnished metal, possibly bronze, and show signs of wear and age. Each coin has text inscriptions in Greek, arranged in a circular fashion with a central design that is worn and difficult to discern. The coin on the left appears to read "ΔΩΡΟ ΣΗΝΟΣΙ ΤΥ ΕΥ ΙΛΟΡΑ". The coin on the right appears to read "ΠΑΝ Σ ΑΓΙΟ ΡΑΓΙΟ ΔΩΡΩ". Both coins have a beaded border around the edge of the text inscription. The image is focused on the coins, with the black background providing contrast and emphasizing their details. The lighting is soft, which helps highlight the textures and inscriptions on the coins.

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

The image showcases two ancient, circular coins, each inscribed with what appears to be intricate text within a decorative border. The coins, exhibiting a dark, aged patina, lie against a stark black background. A ruler with centimeters marking is positioned vertically along the right edge. The coins' surfaces reveal signs of wear and tear, adding to the impression of their age. The close-up perspective highlights the details of the inscriptions, hinting at their historical significance.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two sides of a small, circular, metal object that appears to be a coin or a token. The coin has a dark, worn appearance, indicating it may be quite old. Both sides of the coin feature inscriptions, which are partially legible due to wear and corrosion.

  • Left Side (Obverse):

    • The inscription appears to be in a script that resembles Greek or Cyrillic.
    • The text is arranged in a circular pattern around the edge of the coin.
    • The coin has a slightly raised rim and a somewhat uneven surface, typical of ancient or medieval coins.
  • Right Side (Reverse):

    • Similar to the obverse, this side also features an inscription in a circular arrangement.
    • The text is partially legible and appears to be in the same script as the obverse.
    • The surface shows signs of wear and corrosion, with some areas more worn than others.

The coin is placed against a black background, which contrasts with the dark metal, making the inscriptions more visible. There is a scale on the right side of the image, indicating the size of the coin, which appears to be quite small, likely less than a centimeter in diameter.

Overall, the coin seems to be an artifact of historical significance, possibly from the Byzantine Empire or a similar ancient civilization, given the style of the script and the wear on the metal.

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 appear to be of similar size and have a similar design, suggesting they might be from the same era or culture. The inscriptions on the coins are not in a modern language and seem to be in an ancient script, possibly Greek or another ancient language. The font style of the inscriptions is consistent with classical or early medieval scripts. The coins have a slightly worn appearance, indicating they may be historical artifacts. On the right side of the image, there is a vertical ruler with millimeter markings, which is used to estimate the size of the coins. The ruler suggests that the coins are a few centimeters in diameter. The overall condition and style of the coins hint at their potential value as historical or numismatic artifacts.

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely of Byzantine origin, given the style and script. The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal and shows signs of significant wear and age, with patina and some corrosion visible.

Obverse (front):

  • The design appears to feature a cross at the center, which is a common motif in Byzantine coins.
  • The text around the edge is in Greek, though it is somewhat eroded and difficult to fully decipher. It seems to include the word "ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ" (Basileus, meaning "king" or "emperor"), suggesting that this coin was minted during the reign of a Byzantine emperor.

Reverse (back):

  • The reverse also features a cross, indicating that this coin may have been issued for religious or imperial purposes.
  • The text around the edge is also in Greek and includes the word "ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ," further confirming its Byzantine origin.
  • There are additional characters or symbols that are less clear due to the wear on the coin.

Scale:

  • A scale on the right side of the image indicates the size of the coin, which appears to be about 2 cm in diameter.

Overall, this coin is a historical artifact that provides insight into the religious and imperial symbolism of the Byzantine Empire.

Text analysis

Amazon

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TOPU
ВАСТО
some
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no
BOUOGI
too

Google

SOMY cm
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cm