Human Generated Data

Title

Seal of John Komnenos, sebastos and doux of Skopia (XI/XII c.)

Date

XI/XII c.

People

Coin Constituent: John Komnenos, 1073 - 1106

Classification

Seals

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.5.2572

Human Generated Data

Title

Seal of John Komnenos, sebastos and doux of Skopia (XI/XII c.)

People

Coin Constituent: John Komnenos, 1073 - 1106

Date

XI/XII c.

Classification

Seals

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.5.2572

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-07

Animal 93.3
Insect 93.3
Invertebrate 93.3
Rock 90.4
Insect 74.3
Coin 57.7
Money 57.7
Fossil 56.9

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-09

nature 98.6
no person 98.3
closeup 96.5
medicine 96.1
desktop 95.9
disjunct 93
isolate 90.5
invertebrate 88.3
food 85.4
cannabis 85.1
geology 83.8
texture 83.6
close 82.8
round out 81.6
isolated 80.2
flora 79.3
symbol 79.2
herbal 78.8
addiction 78.6
herb 78.4

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

food 39.8
invertebrate 32.5
close 27.4
trilobite 25.9
brown 25
walnut 24.3
arthropod 22.6
baked 21.6
stone 21.2
bread 21
loaf 20.4
vegetable 20.4
nut 20.3
edible nut 19.7
meal 19.6
bakery 19.2
animal 17.9
healthy 17
delicious 16.5
snack 16.2
natural 16.1
rock 15.7
seed 15.1
tasty 15.1
object 14.7
health 14.6
diet 14.5
eating 14.3
organic 14.3
breakfast 14.2
pastry 14.2
closeup 14.2
spice 14
produce 13.6
cut 13.5
taro 13.3
stones 13.3
pebble 13.1
crust 12.6
fresh 12.4
fruit 12.2
truffle 12.2
stack 12
lunch 12
root vegetable 11.8
nutrition 11.8
spa 11.7
dessert 11.7
whole 11.5
mollusk 11.1
grain 11.1
sweet 11.1
dinner 11
wheat 10.9
eat 10.9
nobody 10.9
rye 10.8
chocolate 10.7
cereal 10.6
bake 10.6
gourmet 10.2
life 10.2
balance 9.5
dark 9.2
cook 9.2
gray 9
kitchen 8.9
mortar 8.8
bivalve 8.8
round 8.6
heap 8.5
harmony 8.5
relaxation 8.4
texture 8.3
pepper 8.2
detail 8
ingredient 7.9
cooking 7.9
stability 7.9
cookie 7.8
mineral 7.8
arrangement 7.7
simplicity 7.7
old 7.7
therapy 7.5
cake 7.5
still 7.4
pestle 7.4
tranquil 7.2
meat 7.2
tower 7.2
flour 7.1
chip 7
vessel 7

Google
created on 2018-05-09

artifact 79
rock 60.2

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-09

invertebrate 97.1
animal 95.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Insect
Insect 93.3%
Insect 74.3%

Categories

Imagga

food drinks 90.1%
paintings art 9.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-09

a close up of a rock 83.4%
close up of a rock 78.5%
a close up of a rock wall 73.9%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a close up of two coins with a coin -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts both sides of an ancient or medieval coin or seal made of a weathered, brownish material, possibly lead or bronze. The object shows significant wear, making the designs partially obscured.

  • Left side: It contains two human or humanoid figures standing vertically, surrounded by faint details or patterns. While the specifics are hard to discern, the figures appear to be central to the design.

  • Right side: It appears to feature a blocky pattern, potentially a form of inscription or symbols arranged in rows. The image is worn and eroded to the point that deciphering text or detailed patterns is difficult.

The object has a rounded shape but is worn and chipped on some edges. This artifact seems to hold historical or archaeological significance, possibly linked to currency or administrative purposes from a lost era.

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

The image shows both sides of a Byzantine lead seal. The left side displays the obverse, which features engraved figures or an inscription, though the details are worn and difficult to discern. The right side shows the reverse, which appears to be a continuation of these indiscernible patterns or text. The seal is round, with a textured and weathered surface, indicating its age and historical use. The artifact is placed against a neutral background, emphasizing the worn nature of its surface. The seal is likely of historical significance, used for official or ecclesiastical purposes in the Byzantine Empire.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents two ancient coins, likely from the same era, showcasing a similar design and material.

  • Coin on the Left:
    • The coin is circular in shape with a rough, uneven surface.
    • It features an embossed design of three figures standing side by side, possibly representing a religious or mythological theme.
    • The figures are depicted in a simple, stylized manner, with minimal details.
    • The background of the coin is plain, with no visible markings or inscriptions.
  • Coin on the Right:
    • This coin also has a circular shape and a rough, uneven surface.
    • It displays an embossed design of a grid pattern, which may represent a calendar or a symbol of measurement.
    • The grid pattern consists of small squares arranged in rows and columns, giving it a structured appearance.
    • The background of the coin is also plain, with no visible markings or inscriptions.

In summary, the image showcases two ancient coins with distinct designs, one featuring three figures and the other a grid pattern. Both coins have a rough, uneven surface and lack any visible markings or inscriptions. The coins' designs suggest they may have been used for religious or ceremonial purposes, although their exact meaning and significance remain unclear without further context.

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

This image presents a close-up view of an ancient coin, showcasing its front and back sides. The coin's surface is rough and worn, with visible signs of aging and weathering. The front side features a raised design, although the details are indistinct due to the coin's deteriorated state. In contrast, the back side displays a more intricate pattern, comprising rows of raised dots or symbols that are also difficult to decipher.

The coin is set against a plain white background, which helps to highlight its texture and features. A small section of a black-and-white checkered pattern is visible on the right side of the image, suggesting that it may be part of a larger context or artifact.

Overall, the image provides a detailed look at an ancient coin, offering insights into its design, materials, and historical significance. Despite the coin's worn condition, the image still conveys a sense of its importance and value as a relic from the past.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows two ancient coins placed side by side on a white surface. Each coin is circular and has a rough, textured surface, indicating their age and the wear they have experienced over time. The coins appear to be made of a dark, possibly bronze or copper alloy, with some areas showing signs of corrosion or oxidation. On the front of each coin, there are intricate designs and inscriptions, although they are somewhat faded and difficult to read due to the coins' condition. The inscriptions suggest that the coins might have been used in a historical context, possibly as currency or for ceremonial purposes. The coins' edges are slightly raised, and there are some cracks and chips, further emphasizing their age and the history they represent.

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

The image shows two round-shaped objects, which are probably coins, placed on a white surface. The coins are brown in color and have some designs on them. The coin on the left has a person standing in the middle, with some text on the left and right sides. The coin on the right has some text and numbers in the middle. The coins have some black spots on them.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-02

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows two sides of a small, circular, heavily textured metal object, likely an ancient artifact. Both sides are a mottled brown color, with significant pitting and wear, suggesting age.

  • Shape and Features: The object has a slightly irregular, round shape. Both pieces feature a small, triangular notch at the top edge, possibly where they were suspended or joined to something else.
  • Surface Texture: The surface is covered in small, rounded, almost bubbled texture, giving the impression of raised elements arranged in a grid-like pattern.
  • Possible Inscriptions: The raised elements on the object suggest some kind of text or design, although their exact nature is obscured by the wear. It is difficult to distinguish any specific letters or symbols without magnification.
  • Background: The background is a plain, white surface, likely to provide contrast for the object. A black and white ruler-like scale is visible to the right of the object, providing a sense of scale.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-02

The image shows two faces of a small, round, ancient-looking artifact, likely a coin or seal, against a plain, neutral background. To the right of the second artifact is a measuring tool to indicate size.

Both sides of the artifact appear to be made of a dark, possibly metallic material that has corroded or weathered over time. The surfaces are not smooth, exhibiting a textured or granular appearance, suggesting age and wear. Both sides of the artefact have a chip missing from the top.

One side displays what seems to be an abstract design, with vertical lines and some circular elements, arranged in a way that resembles rudimentary figures or symbols.

The other side exhibits a grid pattern of raised dots or small circular shapes, giving a patterned and possibly repetitive decorative effect. The arrangement is quite regular, suggesting it was purposefully manufactured.

The lighting appears to be from above, casting shadows that highlight the texture and depth of the artifact's surfaces. The background is uniform and out of focus, ensuring that the viewer's attention is directed entirely toward the artifacts.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image shows two sides of what appears to be an ancient coin or seal. The coin is circular and made of a material that looks like metal or clay, with a worn and aged appearance.

Left Side:

  • The surface has a rough texture and appears to have some form of engraving or relief, although the details are not very clear due to wear and tear.
  • There are some visible marks that might have been letters or symbols, but they are difficult to decipher.

Right Side:

  • This side also has a rough texture and shows more distinct engravings.
  • The engravings seem to form a pattern or design, possibly letters or symbols, but they are also worn and not easily readable.
  • The pattern appears to be more uniform and structured compared to the left side.

Overall, the coin or seal is in a state of significant wear, making it challenging to identify specific details or inscriptions. It likely has historical or archaeological significance due to its aged condition and the presence of engravings.