Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Parion under Severus Alexander

Date

3rd century BCE

People

Coin Constituent: Severus Alexander, Roman r. 222 - 235 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of H. Bartlett Wells, Class of 1929, 1981.74.303

Human Generated Data

Title

Coin of Parion under Severus Alexander

People

Coin Constituent: Severus Alexander, Roman r. 222 - 235 CE

Date

3rd century BCE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of H. Bartlett Wells, Class of 1929, 1981.74.303

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-06

Nature 98.8
Outdoors 98.8
Astronomy 98.8
Night 98.8
Outer Space 98.8
Space 98.8
Universe 98.8
Coin 97.3
Money 97.3
Nickel 92.1
Dime 81.8

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-16

metalwork 99.3
isolate 98.7
no person 97.6
symbol 97.5
desktop 97.2
medicine 96.3
closeup 96.1
round out 95.1
ancient 94.6
copper 92.8
round 92
cannabis 91.8
dope 91.6
one 91.2
sculpture 90.3
museum 90.1
art 89.6
marijuana 89.1
healthcare 88.2
disjunct 87.9

Imagga
created on 2022-05-06

moon 41.8
screw 32.4
fastener 28.9
planet 26.5
black 24.6
mollusk 23.2
restraint 21.8
space 21.7
night 20.4
money 20.4
currency 18.8
astronomy 18.6
coins 18.3
invertebrate 18
round 17.3
coin 17.2
old 16.7
universe 16.6
full 15.5
dark 15
close 14.8
sky 14.7
abalone 14.3
science 14.2
gastropod 14.2
cash 13.7
object 13.2
star 13.1
globe 13
earth 12.8
finance 12.7
banking 11.9
crater 11.9
surface 11.5
lunar 10.9
satellite 10.8
orbit 10.8
fossil 10.7
cosmos 10.7
light 10.7
retro 10.7
pay 10.5
sun 10.5
metal 10.5
ancient 10.4
historical 10.4
design 10.1
sphere 10.1
collection 9.9
bank 9.9
world 9.7
stars 9.4
antique 9.1
global 9.1
bivalve 9
collect 8.8
ingot 8.8
art 8.8
solar 8.8
sea 8.6
remains 8.6
stone 8.6
energy 8.4
numismatics 7.9
moonlight 7.9
galaxy 7.8
texture 7.6
closeup 7.4
digital 7.3
celestial body 7.3
detail 7.2
device 7.2
silver 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-06

Brown 98
Currency 85
Artifact 83.7
Money 79.8
Font 79.5
Circle 72.5
Wood 71.8
Metal 69.5
Ancient history 66.2
Nickel 65.3
Bronze 65.3
Rock 64.8
Antique 61.4
History 61.3
Coin 59

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-06

coin 94.7
gold 65.4
bronze 63.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Moon

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Moon 98.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-06

paintings art 96.8%
food drinks 3.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-06

a close up of a plate 30.7%
a close up of a plate of food 25.2%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-22

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

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

two ancient coins with the image of a woman on them

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-08

This image shows two sides of an ancient coin against a black background. The coin appears to be made of worn and corroded metal, likely bronze.

  • Left side (obverse): Features a profile portrait of a figure, possibly a ruler or deity, facing to the right. The image is worn, but the facial outline, hairstyle, and some decorative elements are visible.

  • Right side (reverse): The reverse side depicts a standing figure holding something, possibly a staff or weapon. The details are somewhat eroded, but the figure seems to be wearing traditional attire and is surrounded by faint markings or inscriptions.

The coin is measured with a ruler at the edge of the image for scale, and the centimeter markings suggest its size is relatively small. The aged and corroded condition of the coin indicates its antiquity.

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

The image shows two ancient coins against a black background. The left coin appears to depict the profile of a head facing to the right, possibly an emperor or a notable figure, with visible details like a prominent nose and textured hair. The right coin seems to show a standing figure, possibly a deity or person of significance, holding an object in their right hand and facing to the left. Both coins exhibit signs of age and corrosion, with an overall rough texture and a mix of brown and greenish hues. On the right side, there are scale markings in centimeters, suggesting the coins are likely quite small, fitting within a few centimeters in diameter.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image shows two ancient coins or medallions. They appear to be made of a bronze or copper-like material and have a weathered, oxidized appearance. The coins display what seems to be a portrait or bust of a person on one side, and an indistinct design or symbol on the other side. The coins are shown against a black background with a scale bar for reference.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image shows two ancient bronze coins against a black background. The coins appear to be heavily worn and corroded, with a greenish patina covering most of their surfaces. Some faint details and markings can still be made out on the faces of the coins, but the specific designs are difficult to discern due to the extensive wear. The coins seem to be from the same historical period and location based on their similar size, shape and condition. This type of archaeological artifact provides a tangible link to economic systems and societies from the distant past.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-14

This image shows two ancient coins photographed against a black background. The coins appear to be copper or bronze and show significant aging and patina, with a greenish-brown coloration typical of oxidized copper. Both coins seem to be Roman in origin, showing profile portraits on their faces, though the details are somewhat worn and corroded. There's a measurement scale visible on the right side of the image. The coins are similar in size and appear to be photographed for archaeological or museum documentation purposes.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image presents a coin with an intricate design, showcasing a figure in the center. The coin's surface is weathered and worn, with visible signs of aging. The figure depicted on the coin appears to be a person, possibly a historical or mythological figure, although the details are not clearly discernible due to the coin's condition.

On the right side of the image, a ruler is displayed, providing a scale for measuring the coin's size. The ruler features markings in centimeters, allowing for accurate measurement. The background of the image is solid black, which helps to highlight the coin and its design.

Overall, the image provides a detailed view of the coin, showcasing its unique design and historical significance. The inclusion of the ruler adds an element of precision, allowing viewers to appreciate the coin's size and proportions.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image presents a pair of ancient coins, each with a unique design and texture. The coins are circular in shape, with a flat surface and a slight indentation on one side.

Coin Details:

  • Color: The coins have a brownish-green patina, indicating their age and exposure to the elements.
  • Design: Each coin features an intricate design, although it is difficult to discern the exact details due to the coin's age and wear.
  • Texture: The coins have a rough, uneven texture, suggesting they were minted using a primitive process.
  • Size: The coins are relatively small, approximately 1-2 cm in diameter.

Background:

  • Color: The background of the image is a solid black, which helps to highlight the coins' details.
  • Measurement Scale: A measurement scale is visible on the right side of the image, indicating that the coins are approximately 1-2 cm in diameter.

Overall:

  • Age: The coins appear to be ancient, likely dating back to a time before modern coinage.
  • Origin: The coins may have originated from an ancient civilization, although their specific origin is unclear.
  • Condition: The coins are in poor condition, with visible signs of wear and tear.

Conclusion:

The image provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing two ancient coins with unique designs and textures. While the exact details of the coins' history and origin are unclear, they offer a fascinating insight into the art and craftsmanship of ancient civilizations.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image shows two ancient coins, likely made of bronze, displayed on a black background. The coins have a worn-out appearance, with some parts being chipped or scratched. The coins have a round shape and are of similar size. One of the coins has a profile of a person's head, possibly a ruler or a deity, engraved on it. The other coin has a different design, possibly a symbol or a representation of a specific event.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image shows two ancient coins placed on a black background with a ruler for scale. The coins appear to be made of bronze and have a worn and aged appearance, indicating their historical significance. On the left coin, there is a visible image of a person's head, possibly a ruler or emperor, with intricate details and a crown or headdress. The coin on the right also features a human figure, but the details are less clear due to wear and corrosion. The coins are positioned close to each other, with a ruler on the right side of the image, providing a sense of their size. The black background and ruler create a contrast, highlighting the coins' age and historical value.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-15

Here's a description of the image:

The image showcases two ancient, tarnished coins against a stark black background. A centimeter ruler is positioned on the right side for scale.

  • Coins: Each coin is round and appears to be made of a metal, likely bronze or copper given their greenish-brown hue and the visible corrosion. They both have intricate, raised designs on their surfaces, though the details are somewhat obscured by the wear. One coin has a small notch taken out of its edge.
  • Condition: The coins exhibit significant signs of age and wear, with pitted surfaces and areas of discoloration. They appear to be well-preserved considering their age.
  • Composition: The stark black background highlights the coins, making them the central focus of the composition. The ruler provides context for the coins' size.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-15

The image shows two sides of a heavily corroded, likely ancient coin against a black background. There is a centimeter scale visible on the right side of the image for size comparison.

The coin is circular and appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal, based on its color. The corrosion is heavy, with significant surface pitting and discoloration that obscures the details of the imagery on both sides. Despite the corrosion, there are faint outlines of what might have been figures or symbols. On one side, there is possibly a depiction of a human figure, while the other side also seems to feature a central design, but the specifics are difficult to discern due to the degradation. The edges of the coin are also somewhat damaged, with a noticeable chip missing from one side of both faces.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image shows two ancient coins placed side by side against a black background. Both coins appear to be made of bronze or a similar metal and exhibit significant wear and corrosion, indicating their age.

  1. Left Coin:

    • The coin features a profile of a person facing right.
    • The details of the face are somewhat worn, but the outline of the head and facial features are discernible.
    • There are inscriptions around the head, but they are not clearly legible due to the wear.
  2. Right Coin:

    • This coin also features a profile of a person facing right.
    • The facial details are more worn compared to the left coin, making it harder to distinguish specific features.
    • Similar to the left coin, there are inscriptions around the head, but they are not clearly readable.

Both coins have a similar diameter and appear to be of the same or similar denominations. The presence of a scale on the right side of the image suggests that the coins are being measured or documented, likely for archaeological or numismatic purposes. The scale indicates that the coins are approximately 2 cm in diameter.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-29

The image shows two ancient coins placed side by side against a black background. The coins appear to be of similar size and shape, with a slightly irregular or worn appearance, suggesting they are quite old and possibly of historical value.

  • Coin on the Left: The coin features a profile of a seated figure with long hair, possibly a king or deity, facing to the right. The figure is adorned with what appears to be a crown or headdress, and the background shows some inscriptional details, which are difficult to decipher.

  • Coin on the Right: This coin also depicts a similar seated figure, possibly the same as the one on the left, with a crown or similar headgear. The figure is facing left, and the background includes some additional details, potentially a reverse inscription or symbol.

The surface of the coins is covered with patina, indicating that they have been exposed to the elements for a long time. The overall condition of the coins suggests they are historical artifacts, likely from an ancient civilization that used such coins as currency.

To the right of the coins, there is a vertical white line with smaller lines above it, which appears to be a scale for measuring the coins. The scale is marked with centimeters (cm), indicating that the coins are approximately 1 cm in diameter.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-29

The image shows an ancient coin presented in two views: obverse (front) and reverse (back). The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal, with a patina of green and brown oxidation covering its surface, indicative of its age and exposure to the elements.

Obverse (Left):

  • The coin features a profile portrait facing right, likely of a historical figure or ruler.
  • The facial details are somewhat worn but discernible, showing a crowned or diademed head.
  • There is inscribed text around the edge, though it is partially eroded and challenging to read entirely.
  • The border of the coin is slightly irregular, suggesting it may have been hand-struck.

Reverse (Right):

  • The back of the coin depicts a figure, possibly a deity or allegorical representation, in a seated or standing pose.
  • Additional text appears around the edge, which is also partially eroded.
  • The details of the figure's clothing or attributes are visible but weathered.

Additional Features:

  • The coin is placed on a black background, with a scale ruler on the right side showing centimeters for size reference.
  • The coin's diameter is approximately 1.5 cm, suggesting it is a small, likely antique coin.

This type of coin likely dates back to an ancient civilization, possibly Roman, Byzantine, or another similar empire, given its style and patina.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm

Google

cm
cm