Human Generated Data

Title

Sestertius of Trajan, Rome

Date

104-107 CE

People

Coin Constituent: Trajan, Roman r. 98-117 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Unspecified Collection, 1976.79.89

Human Generated Data

Title

Sestertius of Trajan, Rome

People

Coin Constituent: Trajan, Roman r. 98-117 CE

Date

104-107 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Unspecified Collection, 1976.79.89

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-07

Nature 96.6
Outdoors 96.6
Astronomy 96.6
Night 96.6
Outer Space 96.6
Universe 96.6
Space 96.6
Ornament 87.3
Jewelry 78
Accessories 78
Accessory 78
Gemstone 71.9
Coin 58.7
Money 58.7

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-17

metalwork 99.2
no person 99
science 97.6
wealth 96.8
treasure 96.6
one 96.4
copper 95.9
round out 95
invertebrate 94.8
sculpture 94
side view 93.8
astronomy 93.8
money 92.9
geology 92.4
shining 88.9
paleontology 88.8
ancient 87.8
value 87.7
round 86.7
desktop 86.4

Imagga
created on 2022-05-07

planet 66.9
moon 63.3
earth 39.4
globe 38.1
space 37.3
astronomy 32.3
world 29.3
sphere 28.6
universe 28.3
science 27.6
night 26.7
black 25.9
global 24.6
celestial body 20.9
crater 20.1
stars 18.9
sky 18.5
dark 18.4
cosmos 17.5
satellite 17.4
round 17.3
currency 17.1
money 17
orbit 16.7
cloud 16.4
star 16.3
solar 15.6
coin 15.3
finance 15.2
surface 15
cash 14.7
full 14.7
galaxy 14.6
continent 14.6
map 14.1
sea 13.3
ocean 13.3
3d 13.2
sun 12.9
lunar 12.8
outer 12.8
atmosphere 12.6
land 12.4
system 12.4
close 12
design 11.8
horizon 11.7
graphic 11.7
coins 11.6
ingot 11.2
object 11
ball 10.6
geography 10.6
art 10.1
light 10
environment 9.9
bank 9.9
old 9.8
telescope 9.3
banking 9.2
circle 9
collection 9
numismatics 8.9
astrology 8.9
block 8.7
economy 8.4
shine 8.3
shield 8.3
reflection 8.2
fantasy 8.1
metal 8.1
financial 8
silver 8
conceptual 7.9
moonlight 7.9
bright 7.9
armor 7.6
clouds 7.6
historical 7.5
futuristic 7.2
invertebrate 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-07

Coin 89.3
Currency 84.6
Money 84.2
Grey 84
Nickel 82.5
Artifact 76.7
Circle 75.3
Metal 70.2
Darkness 65.7
Fashion accessory 65.7
History 63.3
Bronze 60.4
Cash 59.4
Antique 58.5
Macro photography 57.9
Font 56.5
Astronomical object 54.3
Electric blue 54

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-07

coin 80.6
crater 40

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Moon

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Moon 96.6%

AWS Rekognition

Moon 83.7%

Clarifai

Coin 97.7%

Clarifai

Coin 96.1%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-07

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-07

a close up of a coin 68.5%
close up of a coin 63.6%
a coin in a dark room 52%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a pair of ancient roman coins with a roman coin

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-03

two bronze coins with the image of a woman

OpenAI GPT

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin against a black background with a scaled ruler on the right side for measurement in centimeters.

  • Left side (Obverse): Features a profile portrait of a man, likely a Roman emperor, facing to the right. The details show a prominent nose, short hair, and possibly a laurel wreath atop his head. Surrounding the portrait is text in Latin, although most of it is worn and difficult to discern.

  • Right side (Reverse): Displays an image, likely a figure in action, riding a horse. The figure appears to be armed, possibly holding a spear or weapon raised. Latin text also encircles this side, though most of it is faint and fragmented.

The coin displays signs of age, including corrosion and wear, with patches of green oxidation indicating it is made of a material like bronze or copper. This artifact likely dates back to the Roman period.

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

The image shows two ancient coins against a black background. Both coins are displayed with the obverse (front) side on the left and the reverse (back) side on the right.

  1. Obverse (left side): This coin features a portrait of a man facing right, likely an emperor or important figure from Roman times. The inscription around the edge of the coin is difficult to discern due to the wear, but it suggests the name and titles of the figure depicted.

  2. Reverse (right side): This coin shows a figure riding a horse. The figure appears to hold something in their right hand, possibly gesturing or holding a weapon. There is an inscription around the edge, which is similarly worn and hard to make out.

The coins exhibit a green patina, suggesting they are made from bronze or a copper alloy, a common material for Roman coinage. The background shows a scale in centimeters, indicating that the image might be for cataloging or academic purposes.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows two ancient bronze coins. Both coins appear to be in poor condition, with significant wear and corrosion visible on the surfaces. The coins feature the profile of a person, likely a ruler or important figure, on one side. The reverse side of the coins depicts a figure or symbol that is not clearly identifiable due to the deterioration of the coins. The coins are displayed against a black background, which helps to highlight the details of the ancient artifacts.

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 Roman coin. The coin appears to be made of bronze or copper, showing signs of age with a dark patina and some green corrosion. On the left side (obverse), there is a profile portrait facing right, likely of a Roman emperor, with visible curly hair detail. On the right side (reverse), there appears to be a figure depicted, though the details are somewhat worn. The coin has a circular shape typical of Roman currency, and there's a measurement scale visible on the right edge of the image. The photography is done against a black background, which helps highlight the relief and details of the coin's surface.

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, set against a black background. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin facing left and the right coin facing right.

  • Coin on the Left:
    • Orientation: The coin is oriented to face left.
    • Design: The coin features a woman's profile on the front side, accompanied by an inscription that is partially visible.
    • Color: The coin exhibits a dark patina with green and red hues, indicating its age and exposure to environmental factors.
  • Coin on the Right:
    • Orientation: The coin is oriented to face right.
    • Design: The coin displays a man riding a horse on the front side, although the details are somewhat indistinct due to wear and tear.
    • Color: Similar to the left coin, the right coin also shows a dark patina with green and red hues, suggesting its age and exposure to environmental factors.
  • Background:
    • Color: The background is a solid black color.
    • Measurement Scale: A measurement scale is visible on the right side of the image, featuring white lines with the label "cm" at the bottom. This scale likely indicates the size of the coins in centimeters.

In summary, the image showcases two ancient coins with distinct designs and orientations, set against a black background with a measurement scale for reference.

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

The image features two ancient coins, each with a distinct side visible. The coin on the left showcases a profile of a person's head, while the coin on the right displays an image that is not clearly discernible due to its worn condition.

Both coins exhibit signs of aging and wear, with visible scratches and discoloration. They are positioned against a black background, which helps to accentuate their details. A ruler is situated to the right of the coins, providing a scale for measuring their size. The ruler indicates that the coins are approximately 2.5 centimeters in diameter.

Overall, the image presents a detailed view of these ancient coins, highlighting their unique features and historical significance.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows two ancient bronze coins placed on a black background. The coins are circular in shape and have a greenish-brown patina, indicating their age. On the left coin, there is a profile portrait of a man, likely a Roman emperor, with a laurel wreath on his head. The coin bears the inscription "IMP CAESAR" on the left side and "PONTIF MAX" on the right side. On the right coin, there is an image of a man riding a horse, possibly a Roman emperor, with the inscription "IMP CAESAR" on the left side and "PONTIF MAX" on the right side. The coins are likely from the Roman Empire and are valuable artifacts for historical and numismatic research.

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

The image shows two ancient coins, which appear to be Roman, placed on a black background. The coins are circular in shape and have a brownish-gray color, indicating their age and the materials they are made of. On the left coin, there is an engraving of a person's head, possibly a Roman emperor, facing to the left. On the right coin, there is an engraving of a person riding a horse, possibly depicting a military victory or a significant event in Roman history. The coins have intricate designs and inscriptions, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistic skills of the time.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin against a black background. The coin is round and appears to be made of a dark metal, possibly bronze or copper, and it shows signs of age and wear.

The left side of the image shows the obverse of the coin, featuring a profile portrait of a man. The man has flowing hair and is facing to the right. There's text around the edge of the coin, possibly indicating the name or title of the person depicted.

The right side shows the reverse of the coin, depicting a figure on horseback. The figure appears to be a warrior or a ruler, and the horse is in motion. The details are worn and not easily discernible.

A ruler in centimeters is on the right of the image.

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

The image displays two ancient bronze Roman coins. They are both circular, with a dark brown/bronze color. They both seem to be covered in light and dark patches and appear to be worn with age.

The coin on the left has a profile of a man with a laurel wreath. The border seems to feature the name of the ruler. The coin on the right has an image of a figure, possibly a goddess, riding a horse. It also features some writing around the border.

The background is a black. The right side of the image has a scale in centimeters.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient Roman coin.

  • Left Side (Obverse):

    • The coin features a profile bust of a Roman emperor facing right. The emperor is depicted with a laurel wreath, which was a common symbol of victory and honor in Roman iconography.
    • The inscription around the bust is partially visible but appears to be in Latin. Roman coins typically include the name and titles of the emperor.
    • The coin shows signs of wear and corrosion, indicating its age and use.
  • Right Side (Reverse):

    • The reverse side of the coin depicts a figure, likely a deity or an allegorical representation, standing and holding objects. The details are somewhat worn, but the figure appears to be holding a staff or scepter and possibly a globe or another symbolic item.
    • The inscription on the reverse is also partially visible and in Latin. Such inscriptions often conveyed messages of victory, peace, or other virtues.
    • Similar to the obverse, the reverse side shows signs of wear and age.
  • Scale:

    • A scale is present on the right side of the image, indicating the size of the coin. The scale appears to be in centimeters, showing that the coin is relatively small, typical of ancient Roman coinage.

This coin is likely from the Roman Imperial period, given the style and iconography. It would have been used for trade and commerce within the Roman Empire.

Qwen

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely from the Roman Empire, based on the style and inscriptions. The coin appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, and shows signs of aging, including a dark patina and some wear.

  1. Obverse (Front Side):

    • Features a profile portrait of a man, likely a Roman emperor, facing to the right.
    • The head is adorned with what appears to be a laurel wreath, symbolizing victory or honor.
    • The inscription around the edge is in Latin and reads "IMP CAESAR AVG GERM AVG P M TR P P P," which translates to "Imperator Caesar Augustus Germanicus, Pater Patriae, Princeps Senatus." This indicates that the emperor is Augustus, who ruled during the early Roman Empire.
  2. Reverse (Back Side):

    • Displays a figure, likely a military scene or a mythological representation.
    • The figure is seated on a horse and appears to be wearing a helmet and armor, suggesting a military or divine character.
    • The inscription around the edge is also in Latin and reads "SPQR," which stands for "Senatus Populusque Romanus," meaning "The Senate and the Roman People," which is a common inscription on Roman coins.

The coin is displayed against a black background, and there is a ruler on the right side for scale, indicating the coin's size in centimeters.

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely of Roman origin, placed side by side against a black background with a scale in centimeters at the side for reference.

  • Left Side (Obverse): The obverse features a profile bust of a male figure facing right. The figure appears to wear a laurel wreath, a common symbol of victory or honor in Roman iconography. The coin exhibits signs of age and wear, with some areas of patina and discoloration. Inscriptions are visible around the edge of the coin, though they are partially obscured and difficult to read fully in this image.

  • Right Side (Reverse): The reverse depicts a scene involving a figure on horseback, possibly a conquering leader or deity, given the context of ancient Roman coinage. Another figure, possibly a captive or a defeated enemy, is shown below the horse. The entire scene is surrounded by inscriptions that are not entirely legible due to the coin's condition. The coin's surface shows significant wear and patina, with darkened and greenish areas indicative of its age and exposure to the elements.

The coin appears to be made of a metal that has oxidized over time, likely bronze or a similar alloy, given the greenish patina common to such materials. The scale indicates the coin's size, which is consistent with ancient Roman coinage.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm

Google

cm
cm