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Title

Seal of Pothos [vestes?] exaktor, oikistikos of the sakelle and kommerkiarios of Chaldia (XI c.)

Date

XI c.

People

-

Classification

Seals

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.5.1317

Human Generated Data

Title

Seal of Pothos [vestes?] exaktor, oikistikos of the sakelle and kommerkiarios of Chaldia (XI c.)

Date

XI c.

Classification

Seals

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.5.1317

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-07

Coin 95.2
Money 95.2
Ammunition 79.8
Weapon 79.8
Dime 56.2

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-09

no person 99
ancient 96.4
old 95.8
one 95.5
sculpture 94.1
desktop 94.1
art 93.5
religion 91.5
closeup 90.2
museum 89.9
invertebrate 89.4
isolate 88.7
symbol 88.2
medicine 87.3
shape 86.9
science 86.1
cutout 85
food 84
biology 83.6
nature 82.7

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

abalone 98.7
gastropod 81.8
mollusk 70.1
invertebrate 47.2
money 34.1
coin 32.5
currency 31.4
coins 24.1
finance 23.7
organism 20.2
gold 19.7
financial 19.6
metal 19.3
bank 18.8
wealth 18
cash 17.4
banking 16.6
object 16.1
close 16
business 15.2
shiny 15
closeup 14.2
silver 13.3
investment 12.8
shell 12.4
fastener 12.4
food 12.1
savings 12.1
economy 12.1
old 11.9
brown 11.8
antique 11.5
sealing wax 11.4
golden 11.2
decoration 11
pay 10.6
bivalve 10
cap 9.8
monetary 9.8
one 9.7
finances 9.6
payment 9.6
jewelry 9.5
ring 9.4
restraint 9.3
commerce 9.3
collection 9
animal 9
market 8.9
symbol 8.8
gem 8.8
jewel 8.7
oyster 8.7
ancient 8.7
rich 8.4
retro 8.2
nut 8
gemstone 7.9
precious 7.8
ornament 7.8
pound 7.7
treasure 7.7
luxury 7.7
change 7.7
exchange 7.6
stone 7.6
dollar 7.4
top 7.3
black 7.2

Google
created on 2018-05-09

coin 83.1
artifact 83
history 70
ancient history 66.4
money 60.3
currency 60.1
cash 53.6

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-09

coin 75.4
trilobite 67.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Grenade

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Grenade 79.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-09

a piece of food 46.5%
a piece of cake 28.7%
a close up of food 28.6%

Clarifai

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Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a close up of a coin with a coin

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-06

two ancient coins with the words "the holy" and "the holy" written on them

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-07

This image shows two sides of an ancient lead seal, possibly of Byzantine or medieval origin. The seal is circular, worn, and features inscriptions in Greek letters arranged in rows. The text appears to be a mix of abbreviations or names, potentially belonging to an official or religious figure, as such seals were often used for authentication purposes. The surface is aged, with noticeable erosion and imperfections, which suggests it has been buried or exposed to environmental conditions for a long time. A scale bar is included in the image for reference.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-07

The image shows two sides of a round, ancient coin or seal with engraved text in a script that appears to be Greek. Both sides feature inscriptions in several lines arranged roughly in a circular pattern. The coin or seal has a weathered appearance, suggesting it is quite old, with some parts of the surface looking worn or uneven. The writing is embossed or raised, making it stand out against the flat background of the coin or seal, and the edges are slightly irregular. The object's overall color is a muted stone-like gray or brown. The right side of the image includes an adjacent monochromatic scale, possibly used for size reference or indicating the area's color tones.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows two ancient coins or medallions. They appear to be made of a metallic material, likely bronze or copper, and have intricate designs and inscriptions on them. The coins have a worn, weathered appearance, indicating they are quite old. The inscriptions on the coins appear to be in an ancient script, possibly Greek or another ancient language. The coins seem to be historical artifacts that provide a glimpse into the past.

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

This image shows both sides of what appears to be an ancient seal or coin. It's made of what looks like clay or a similar material and has text inscribed on both sides in what appears to be Greek or Byzantine script. The artifact has a circular shape with irregular edges, suggesting it's quite old. The text is raised from the surface and appears to be arranged in multiple lines on each side. The overall color is a grayish-beige, typical of ancient clay or ceramic artifacts. The surface shows signs of age and wear but the inscriptions are still fairly legible. This type of item was likely used for official or administrative purposes in ancient times.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image presents two ancient coins, likely from the Byzantine Empire, showcasing their intricate designs and inscriptions.

Coin 1:

  • Front Side:
    • The front side of the coin features a circular design with a raised edge.
    • The surface is adorned with a series of letters, possibly in Latin or Greek, arranged in a grid pattern.
    • The letters are raised and appear to be in a combination of uppercase and lowercase forms.
    • A small indentation is visible at the top of the coin, suggesting it may have been struck with a die.
  • Back Side:
    • The back side of the coin also features a circular design with a raised edge.
    • The surface bears additional letters, although they are less legible than those on the front side.
    • The letters appear to be in a similar grid pattern as the front side, but with some variations in size and spacing.
    • A small hole is visible at the bottom of the coin, which may have been used for attachment or display purposes.

Coin 2:

  • Front Side:
    • The front side of the coin features a circular design with a raised edge.
    • The surface is adorned with a series of letters, possibly in Latin or Greek, arranged in a grid pattern.
    • The letters are raised and appear to be in a combination of uppercase and lowercase forms.
    • A small indentation is visible at the top of the coin, suggesting it may have been struck with a die.
  • Back Side:
    • The back side of the coin also features a circular design with a raised edge.
    • The surface bears additional letters, although they are less legible than those on the front side.
    • The letters appear to be in a similar grid pattern as the front side, but with some variations in size and spacing.
    • A small hole is visible at the bottom of the coin, which may have been used for attachment or display purposes.

Background:

  • The coins are set against a plain white background, which helps to highlight their details and textures.
  • A small strip of color is visible along the right edge of the image, which may be a design element or a reference point for the viewer.

Overall, the image provides a detailed view of two ancient coins, showcasing their intricate designs and inscriptions. The coins appear to be from the Byzantine Empire, and their raised edges and grid patterns suggest they may have been used for ceremonial or commemorative purposes.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

This image presents two ancient coins, likely from the Byzantine Empire, with Greek inscriptions. The coins are circular and feature a rough, uneven edge, suggesting they were minted using a hammer-and-die technique. The surface of the coins is worn, indicating extensive use and handling over time.

The coin on the left displays an inscription that reads "PEIADOV ANOIL" along the top edge, followed by "LIEPII" and "AKA" below it. The coin on the right features the inscription "GOVNA" at the top, accompanied by "GEART" and "EICTI" below it, and "HCCAE" at the bottom.

The coins are set against a white background, with a black-and-white checkered pattern visible in the upper-right corner. This suggests that the image may be part of a larger collection or catalog of ancient coins, with the checkered pattern serving as a reference point for the photographer or curator. Overall, the image provides a detailed view of these ancient coins, highlighting their unique features and historical significance.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image shows two coins with inscriptions on them. The coins are placed on a white surface, which seems to be a table. The coins are in the shape of a circle, and they are probably made of bronze. The inscriptions on the coins are written in a foreign language, possibly Greek. The coins appear to be ancient and have a worn-out look.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image displays two ancient coins, both of which are circular and have inscriptions on their surfaces. The coin on the left is inscribed with Greek text, while the coin on the right has Latin text. The inscriptions on the coin on the left include the words "ΔΕΚΑΔΡΑΧΜΟΝ" and "ΑΝΔΡΙΟΥ," which translate to "ten drachmas" and "of Andrios," respectively. The coin on the right is inscribed with the words "IVSTINIA" and "AUGVSTI," which translate to "Justinian" and "Augustus," respectively. Both coins appear to be made of bronze and have a worn and aged appearance, indicating their age and historical significance.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-22

The image shows two sides of a circular, ancient-looking seal. Both sides are roughly textured and appear to be made of a dark, possibly metallic material. Each side has several lines of text arranged in a grid-like pattern, with individual characters deeply incised into the surface. The text on both sides is worn, and it's unclear what language or script is used. The overall appearance is indicative of an artifact that has been exposed to the elements or undergone significant handling over a long period.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-22

The image displays two ancient seals, likely made of lead or a similar material. Both are round and bear inscriptions in what appears to be Greek.

  • Shape and Condition: The seals are circular with a slightly irregular shape, suggesting they may have been hand-cast. They show signs of age and wear, with a weathered appearance and some loss of detail, typical of artifacts of this type. Each seal has a small notch, presumably for attaching a cord or string.
  • Inscriptions: The primary feature is the intricate text across each seal. The arrangement of the letters is dense. The specific content and possible translation of the inscriptions would require further study of the Greek script.
  • Composition: The overall texture is gritty and porous, indicating the material's inherent properties and likely prolonged exposure to the elements.
  • Light and Setting: The lighting is soft and even, allowing for the clear visibility of the seals' textures and forms. The background is plain white or off-white, focusing attention on the artifacts.

In conclusion, the image presents two historical artifacts that offer a glimpse into ancient communication or official documentation, likely through the use of these seals for authentication.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin or seal. Both sides feature inscriptions and possibly images, though the details are somewhat worn and difficult to discern clearly.

  • Left Side:

    • The inscription appears to be in a script that resembles Greek or a similar ancient alphabet.
    • There are faint images that could be figures or symbols, but they are not clearly visible due to wear and tear.
  • Right Side:

    • This side also has an inscription in what looks like Greek.
    • The text is more legible compared to the left side, but still somewhat worn.
    • There is a cross visible, indicating a possible religious or historical significance.

The coin or seal appears to be made of metal and has a rough, uneven edge, suggesting it is quite old. The inscriptions and images hint at its historical and possibly cultural value.

Qwen

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