Human Generated Data

Title

Engraved Gem with Scorpion

Date

3rd-4th century CE

People

-

Classification

Gems

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Nanette B. Rodney, 1983.23

Human Generated Data

Title

Engraved Gem with Scorpion

Date

3rd-4th century CE

Classification

Gems

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Nanette B. Rodney, 1983.23

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-18

Nickel 98.8
Money 98.8
Coin 98.8
Dime 59.5

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

no person 99.8
one 98.7
wear 97.9
retro 95.4
still life 94.9
cutout 94.5
two 91
vintage 90.7
old 90.7
people 90.3
art 89.7
business 88.8
texture 87.1
vehicle 86.9
paper 86
pattern 83.4
text 81.9
group 81.4
post 80.2
abstract 80.2

Imagga
created on 2022-06-18

cap 68.5
top 49.5
covering 35.7
fastener 31.1
device 30.7
pick 21.8
restraint 21.4
button 20.1
shirt button 19.6
money 18.7
business 14.6
coins 14.5
currency 14.4
sealing wax 13.3
retro 12.3
grunge 11.9
finance 11.8
vintage 11.6
symbol 11.4
cash 11
close 10.3
closeup 10.1
bank 9.9
sign 9.8
old 9.7
gold 9
texture 9
financial 8.9
metal 8.8
number 8.4
paper 7.8
antique 7.8
payment 7.7
coin 7.6
set 7.6
clock 7.6
design 7.4
wall clock 7.4
banking 7.4
silver 7.1

Google
created on 2022-06-18

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-18

coin 76.7
text 69.9

Color Analysis

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 99.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-18

a close up of a device 58.7%
close up of a device 51.7%
a close up of a logo 51.6%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-29

a photograph of a group of four different types of coins -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This black-and-white image showcases a collection of four ancient amulets or engraved seals, each distinct in shape and design.

  1. Top left: A circular or oval-shaped artifact with an engraved scene and symbols. The design includes what appears to be animal figures or mythological motifs, alongside inscriptions around the edges.

  2. Top right: Another circular or coin-shaped artifact, featuring engraved figures and symbols. It features human-like figures and possibly emblematic imagery, with text encircling the design.

  3. Bottom left: A smaller oval artifact possibly intended as a seal, displaying a keyhole-shaped symbol prominently at its center, with inscriptions encircling it.

  4. Bottom right: An oval-shaped object with detailed engravings, including symbolic imagery such as figures, text, and possibly a pyramid-like base. The edges appear uniquely shaped compared to standard oval forms.

The image provides a historical insight into ancient craftsmanship, possibly related to magical, religious, or utilitarian purposes. The varying designs and inscriptions suggest these pieces were valued for their symbolic or functional significance.

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

The image shows four ancient engraved stones or gems, known as intaglios. Each intaglio is different in shape and design, and they are arranged in a 2x2 grid on a plain background.

  1. The top left intaglio is round with an inscription around the edge and depicts a fish-like shape in the center, possibly representing a stylized or symbolic animal or creature.

  2. The top right intaglio is also round and shows a scene with figures and what appears to be architectural elements. There is an inscription around the edge of the intaglio.

  3. The bottom left intaglio is oval and has an inscription around the edge. It features a design that resembles a keyhole or a symbolic geometric figure in the center.

  4. The bottom right intaglio is oval or elliptical with a notch at the top and also includes an inscription around the edge. The central design depicts a figure standing next to a structure or an altar with various symbols around it.

These intaglios have a classical appearance and are likely artifacts from the Greco-Roman period, used for personal adornment or as seals.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image shows four ancient coins or medallions. They appear to be made of metal and have intricate designs and symbols engraved on them. The coins have a monochrome, black and white appearance, suggesting they are historical artifacts or archaeological finds. The designs on the coins seem to depict various figures, patterns, and inscriptions, indicating they may have been used for ceremonial, religious, or commemorative purposes in the past.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image shows four ancient coins or seals against a plain white background. The coins appear to be made of a dark metal, likely bronze or copper. They have intricate designs carved or stamped into them.

The top left coin depicts what looks like a fish or shark. The top right coin shows two figures, possibly deities or mythological characters. The bottom left coin has a face or mask design. The bottom right coin portrays a stylized animal or symbolic figure.

Based on their worn appearance and detailed iconography, these coins seem to be artifacts from an ancient civilization, though the exact culture and time period is unclear without more context. The designs suggest they may have held symbolic or religious significance. It's an intriguing collection of small antique objects with historical and artistic value.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-11

This black and white image shows four ancient seals or tokens arranged in a grid pattern. Each appears to be circular or oval in shape and contains different engravings or designs. The top left seal seems to feature what might be a bird or animal figure with surrounding text or symbols. The top right seal appears to show some figures and architectural elements. The bottom two seals both have central openings or holes, with the bottom left showing what looks like a keyhole design, while the bottom right has some decorative patterns around its central opening. These appear to be historical artifacts, possibly used for making impressions in wax or clay, or as tokens of some kind.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image presents a collection of four ancient coins, each with its own unique design and inscription. The coins are arranged in a square formation, with two coins on the top row and two on the bottom row.

  • Top-Left Coin:
    • The top-left coin features an image of a spearhead with the inscription "LA ANNA" above it.
    • The coin has a circular shape with a flat edge.
  • Top-Right Coin:
    • The top-right coin displays a scene of people gathered around a table, with the inscription "MARCUS FULVIVS" above them.
    • The coin also has a circular shape with a flat edge.
  • Bottom-Left Coin:
    • The bottom-left coin shows an image of a keyhole with the inscription "MARCUS FULVIVS" above it.
    • The coin has an oval shape with a flat edge.
  • Bottom-Right Coin:
    • The bottom-right coin features an image of a building with the inscription "MARCUS FULVIVS" above it.
    • The coin also has an oval shape with a flat edge.

The coins appear to be made of metal, possibly bronze or silver, and have a worn appearance, suggesting they are old and possibly valuable. The inscriptions on the coins suggest that they may have been used as currency or tokens in ancient times. Overall, the image provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of ancient coins and their designs.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

This image is a black-and-white photograph of four ancient coins or tokens, arranged in two rows of two. The coins are oval-shaped and feature various symbols and markings.

The top-left coin has a star-like symbol with lines extending from it, while the top-right coin features a circular design with figures and symbols. The bottom-left coin displays a vase-like object, and the bottom-right coin shows a symbol resembling a cross with lines extending from it.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a black border at the top. The overall appearance suggests that this is an archival or historical photograph, possibly taken for documentation or research purposes.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image is a black-and-white photograph of four circular objects. These objects appear to be ancient coins or seals, as they have raised designs and inscriptions. The coins are arranged in a grid-like formation, with two coins on the top row and two on the bottom row. The coins on the top row are slightly larger than those on the bottom row. The coins have intricate designs, including symbols, letters, and possibly figures. The coins are placed on a plain, light-colored surface, which could be a table or a piece of paper. The overall image has a historical or archaeological feel, suggesting that these coins may be from an ancient civilization or culture.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image displays four circular objects, likely ancient coins or seals, placed on a plain white background. Each object has a distinct design engraved on its surface. The top left object features an image of a bird, possibly a dove, with wings spread and a small, circular element beneath it. The top right object shows a scene with human figures and what appears to be a structure or a temple, with intricate details and a circular border around the design. The bottom left object has a central design resembling a key or a lock, surrounded by engraved text. The bottom right object also features a key-like design, with additional engraved text and a circular border.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-05

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows four ancient-looking coins or seals arranged on a plain white surface. The image is shot in black and white.

  • Top Left: A round coin/seal with a simple design of a figure resembling a fish or boat with geometric shapes around it.
  • Top Right: A round coin/seal with more intricate designs including human-like figures, a throne or chair, and symbols enclosed within a circular border containing writing or patterns.
  • Bottom Left: An oval coin/seal featuring a design that resembles a keyhole shape, surrounded by script, possibly Greek letters.
  • Bottom Right: An oval-shaped seal with an intricate design, including what appear to be human figures above a pyramid-like structure, all enclosed within a border of script or patterns.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-05

The image is a black and white photograph of four ancient seals or medallions arranged in a square pattern on a plain, off-white surface. Each seal has a distinct design, possibly engraved or carved.

  • Top Left: A circular seal with a design featuring a central, elongated shape that looks like a fish, surrounded by several angular or triangular elements and some inscriptions or markings.
  • Top Right: A circular seal, which appears to be a depiction of figures, possibly humans, along with elements around a central design.
  • Bottom Left: An oval seal with a central design which appears to be a stylised object, perhaps a vase or other ornamental structure, with inscriptions or markings on the sides.
  • Bottom Right: An oval seal with a central motif of what might be a ceremonial item, surrounded by other figures or symbols in an elaborate frame or border.

The seals appear to be made of a dark material, which contrast well against the light background. The clarity of the image allows for a good view of the intricate details of the designs.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image shows four ancient coins, each with distinct designs and inscriptions. Here is a detailed description of each coin:

  1. Top Left Coin:

    • This coin appears to be worn and the details are not very clear. It features a design that seems to include a figure or an object, but the specifics are hard to discern due to the wear.
  2. Top Right Coin:

    • This coin has a more legible design. It features a central figure, possibly a deity or a ruler, standing and facing right. There are inscriptions around the figure, likely indicating the name of the ruler or the issuing authority.
  3. Bottom Left Coin:

    • This coin displays a clearer image of a figure, possibly a deity, standing and facing right. There are inscriptions around the figure, which could be identifying the deity or the ruler. The coin appears to be in better condition compared to the top left coin.
  4. Bottom Right Coin:

    • This coin also features a central figure, possibly a deity or a ruler, standing and facing right. The design is similar to the bottom left coin, with inscriptions around the figure. The coin appears to be in relatively good condition.

Overall, these coins are likely from an ancient civilization, given their style and the wear on some of them. The inscriptions and figures suggest they could be from a period where coins were used to depict rulers or deities, common in ancient Greek, Roman, or other similar civilizations.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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