Human Generated Data

Title

Trachy Type B of Theodore I, Nicaea

Date

1205-1221 CE

People

Coin Constituent: Theodore I, Byzantine r. 1205 - 1221

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.2140

Human Generated Data

Title

Trachy Type B of Theodore I, Nicaea

People

Coin Constituent: Theodore I, Byzantine r. 1205 - 1221

Date

1205-1221 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.2140

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-09

Fossil 97.7
Nature 93.1
Outdoors 93.1
Astronomy 93.1
Night 93.1
Outer Space 93.1
Space 93.1
Universe 93.1
Soil 92.2
Rock 75.2
Wood 69.8
Coin 60.7
Money 60.7
Archaeology 60.3
Clam 57.1
Animal 57.1
Sea Life 57.1
Invertebrate 57.1
Seashell 57.1
Mineral 56.2
Crystal 55.9

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-16

no person 99.8
invertebrate 98.9
nature 98.4
science 98.1
astronomy 96.6
one 95.8
prehistoric 94.5
paleontology 93.5
geology 93.5
moon 92
round out 90.5
shell 89.1
biology 88.8
shellfish 88.2
fish 84.7
jellyfish 83.2
sculpture 83.1
disjunct 81.6
hard 81.1
people 79.5

Imagga
created on 2022-05-09

earthenware 45.4
ceramic ware 34.3
moon 29.8
currency 26.9
planet 25.3
money 24.7
invertebrate 23.5
utensil 22.4
coin 22
mollusk 21.2
round 20.7
finance 18.6
cash 18.3
earth 18.3
black 18.1
space 17.9
night 17.8
coins 15.5
globe 14.8
astronomy 14.7
full 14.6
universe 14.6
gastropod 14.1
bivalve 13.9
banking 13.8
close 13.7
dark 13.4
science 13.4
bank 12.6
object 12.5
metal 12.1
sphere 12
old 11.9
animal 11.7
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pay 11.5
sky 11.5
economy 10.2
satellite 10.1
star 10.1
global 10
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lunar 9.9
sea 9.5
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crater 9.1
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orbit 8.9
silver 8.9
cosmos 8.8
cloud 8.6
historical 8.5
commerce 8.4
abalone 8.3
one 8.2
retro 8.2
collection 8.1
world 8
ruble 7.9
ingot 7.9
collect 7.9
vintage 7.4
nut 7.4
light 7.4
sun 7.3
wealth 7.2
art 7.1
shiny 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-09

Artifact 85
Natural material 77.7
Circle 72.3
Metal 68.7
Fashion accessory 65.8
Art 64.4
Font 63.8
Rock 63.2
History 62.2
Science 60.6
Ancient history 60.5
Currency 55.7
Nickel 54
Money 53.9
Symmetry 50.6

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-09

animal 92.5
invertebrate 82.9
coin 79.4
mollusk 64.1
dark 41.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Moon

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Moon 93.1%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-09

food drinks 59.7%
paintings art 40.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-09

a snail sitting on the ground 25.6%

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 ancient coins with an image of a man and woman

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts a pair of ancient coins or medallions, likely made of metal, and featuring intricate designs and engravings on both sides.

  • Left Side: The design shows a single central figure in a detailed and stylized form. The figure appears to be dressed in flowing robes and is surrounded by a circular border, possibly meant to indicate a halo or an ornate frame. The figure could represent a religious or historical subject, such as a saint or deity.

  • Right Side: The reverse design features two figures standing side-by-side. Both are wearing elaborate attire, possibly depicting high-ranking individuals or royalty. They are adorned with symbols or objects, including crosses or staffs, possibly indicating their religious or ceremonial roles.

The surface of both coins is weathered, with visible discoloration and patina, suggesting their age. The black background emphasizes the texture and detail of the objects. On the far right, there is a centimeter scale indicator for size reference.

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

The image shows a Byzantine coin featuring a design on both sides. The coin is largely circular but not perfectly round, with a slightly irregular shape. The left side of the image shows the obverse of the coin, which depicts a religious figure with a halo, possibly a depiction of Christ, standing and surrounded by what could be architectural elements or ornate decorations, often typical of Byzantine iconography. The right side shows the reverse of the coin, which features two standing figures, likely Byzantine emperors or dignitaries, wearing elaborate garments. Both faces of the coin are characterized by the intricate and detailed designs common in Byzantine currency, with a worn appearance indicating age and historical use. The background is a neutral black, and there is a scale to the right in centimeters, suggesting that the coin is being presented in a way to highlight its historical significance and details for an audience interested in numismatic study.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image shows two ancient coins or medallions. The one on the left appears to depict a figure holding some kind of object, possibly a scepter or staff. The figure is surrounded by some kind of decorative pattern or design. The coin on the right shows a more complex scene with multiple figures, potentially representing some kind of historical or religious imagery. Both coins appear to be made of a metallic material and have an aged, weathered appearance, suggesting they are ancient artifacts.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

These appear to be two ancient coins, likely Byzantine in origin, photographed against a black background. Both coins are concave (cup-shaped) and made of what appears to be silver or a similar metal. They show signs of age with a patina and some wear. Each coin features religious imagery typical of Byzantine coinage, with figures in traditional Byzantine imperial or religious dress. The engravings show standing figures with what appear to be halos or crowns. The coins have irregular, scalloped edges which was common for coins of this period. A measurement scale is visible on the right side of the image, indicating these are being documented for archaeological or museum purposes.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image presents a close-up view of two ancient coins, each featuring a distinct design. The coin on the left showcases a man standing in front of a table, holding a small object in his hand, while the coin on the right depicts a man standing in front of a table, holding a small object in his hand and gesturing with his other hand.

Key Features:

  • Coins: Two ancient coins are displayed, each with a unique design.
  • Designs:
    • Left coin: A man standing in front of a table, holding a small object in his hand.
    • Right coin: A man standing in front of a table, holding a small object in his hand and gesturing with his other hand.
  • Background: A solid black background provides a clean and neutral setting for the coins.
  • Measurement: A ruler is visible on the right side of the image, indicating the size of the coins. The ruler has centimeter markings, ranging from 0 to 30 cm.
  • Overall Impression: The image presents a detailed and informative view of the two ancient coins, highlighting their unique designs and features.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image presents two ancient coins, each with a unique design, set against a black background. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin featuring an embossed image of a figure holding a staff and a cross, while the right coin depicts a figure holding a staff and a sword.

A ruler is visible on the right side of the image, indicating that the coins are approximately 2.5 centimeters in diameter. The coins appear to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, and have a weathered appearance, suggesting they may be quite old.

Overall, the image provides a detailed view of these ancient coins, showcasing their intricate designs and historical significance.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts two ancient metal seals, displayed against a black background for contrast. The seals are circular in shape, with one on the left and the other on the right side of the image. Both seals exhibit signs of age and wear, with intricate designs etched into their surfaces. The seal on the left features a central figure, possibly a religious or mythological character, depicted in a seated position. Surrounding the figure are additional motifs or symbols, although they are somewhat worn and difficult to discern clearly. The seal on the right also showcases a central figure, possibly a deity or a ruler, accompanied by other figures or symbols, although these are also partially obscured by wear. Both seals have a rough, textured surface, indicative of their antiquity. The image includes a ruler on the right side, marked with centimeters, providing a sense of scale for the seals.

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

The image shows two old coins with intricate designs on them. The coins appear to be made of metal, possibly silver or bronze. The designs on the coins depict various figures and symbols, possibly representing historical or cultural significance. The coins are displayed on a black background, which provides a stark contrast and highlights the details of the coins. Overall, the image showcases the beauty and craftsmanship of these ancient coins.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-28

The image shows two sides of an old, possibly silver, coin against a black background. To the right of the coin is a ruler marked in centimeters. The coin appears worn and possibly tarnished. One side depicts a robed figure with a halo standing between two buildings with multiple levels. The opposite side depicts two standing figures who appear to be wearing crowns and robes and holding scepters. In between the figures is a shield.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-28

The image shows two sides of a medieval coin. The coin is circular, but the edges are uneven and chipped, indicating age.

On the left is the obverse of the coin, which features an etched image of a religious figure. The figure is standing, with a halo around their head, and holding what appears to be a staff or scepter.

On the right is the reverse side of the coin. It is darker and depicts two figures holding what looks like symbols of power. The figures are standing side-by-side.

The background is black, and a ruler is placed on the right side of the image.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin or seal, likely of Byzantine origin, given the style and imagery.

  1. Left Side (Obverse):

    • The obverse side features a detailed depiction of a standing figure, possibly a saint or a religious figure. The figure is adorned with a halo, indicating sanctity or divine status.
    • The figure appears to be holding an object, which could be a book or a scroll, and is dressed in traditional robes.
    • The figure is framed within a circular border, which is typical of Byzantine seals and coins.
  2. Right Side (Reverse):

    • The reverse side shows a more complex scene with multiple figures and architectural elements.
    • There are two figures standing on either side of a central structure, which looks like a building or a temple.
    • The figures are also depicted with halos, suggesting they are saints or religious figures.
    • The architectural structure has columns and arches, typical of Byzantine architecture.

The coin or seal appears to be made of metal and shows signs of wear and corrosion, indicating its age. The imagery and style suggest it is from the Byzantine Empire, which was known for its rich religious iconography and detailed craftsmanship.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

The image shows two ancient coins with intricate designs on their surfaces. The coins are displayed side by side against a black background. Here are the details of the designs on each coin:

  1. Left Coin:

    • The design appears to depict a figure, possibly a deity or an important person, seated on a throne or a similar elevated position.
    • The figure is holding a staff or scepter in one hand, which often symbolizes power or authority.
    • The background includes ornate patterns and decorations, suggesting a formal and ceremonial setting.
  2. Right Coin:

    • The design shows two figures, both appearing to be in ceremonial or royal attire.
    • One figure is holding a scepter or rod, which is a common symbol of authority in ancient and royal representations.
    • The figures are standing side by side, suggesting a relationship of importance, possibly a ruler and a high-ranking official or a ruler and a deity.
    • The background includes decorative elements that complement the figures.

The coins have a metallic sheen, indicating they are likely made of a precious metal such as silver or gold. The overall style of the designs suggests they are from a civilization that placed significant importance on visual representation and symbolism in their currency.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

The image shows two sides of an ancient, circular artifact, likely a coin or medallion, from a historical or archaeological context. The artifact appears to be made of silver or a similar metal. Both sides of the object feature intricate engravings of figures.

On the left side, the engraving depicts two figures facing each other, possibly holding objects or weapons. The details of their clothing and accessories are visible, suggesting a scene of interaction or confrontation.

On the right side, the engraving shows three figures standing side by side. They appear to be dressed in elaborate, possibly ceremonial or royal attire, with one figure in the center holding a staff or scepter. The figures are adorned with crowns or headdresses, indicating their importance or status.

The artifact has a slightly irregular shape, with a few bumps and irregularities along the edges. The lighting in the image highlights the texture and details of the engravings, making the figures and their garments clearly visible. A scale in centimeters is provided on the right side of the image, indicating the size of the artifact.

Text analysis

Amazon

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