Human Generated Data

Title

Anonymous Follis

Date

1065- 1070 CE

People

Coin Constituent: Anonymous Coin,

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.1547

Human Generated Data

Title

Anonymous Follis

People

Coin Constituent: Anonymous Coin,

Date

1065- 1070 CE

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.4.1547

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-10

Coin 81.5
Money 81.5
Soil 67.3

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-16

no person 99.4
sculpture 98.7
ancient 98.4
metalwork 97.7
one 96.3
invertebrate 94.4
science 94
copper 93.5
round out 92.7
art 92.2
old 90.5
bronze 89.6
shield 89.5
retro 89
people 87.9
antique 87.7
paleontology 86.9
armor 85.5
cutout 85.1
museum 84.2

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

mollusk 49.5
invertebrate 48
currency 45.8
money 44.3
abalone 41.1
coin 41
coins 35.7
gastropod 34.2
bivalve 31.4
finance 30.4
cash 30.2
banking 26.7
bank 24.2
moon 23.7
oyster 21
planet 19.3
ingot 19.1
close 18.8
animal 18.1
round 18.1
pay 17.3
collection 17.1
financial 16.9
metal 16.9
object 16.9
numismatics 16.8
silver 15.9
black 15.6
space 15.5
organism 15.5
old 15.3
block 14.8
earth 14.6
economy 13.9
globe 13.9
astronomy 13.7
one 13.4
night 13.3
collect 12.8
retro 12.3
historical 12.2
dollar 12.1
universe 11.7
science 11.6
shield 11.4
commerce 11.2
sphere 11
wealth 10.8
finances 10.6
change 10.6
crater 10.5
savings 10.3
orbit 9.8
copper 9.8
business 9.7
states 9.7
dark 9.2
armor 9.2
full 9.1
global 9.1
star 9
ruble 8.9
penny 8.9
satellite 8.9
cent 8.8
cosmos 8.8
shiny 8.7
pound 8.7
exchange 8.6
mussel 8.5
shine 8.3
clam 8
world 8
sea 7.9
design 7.9
trilobite 7.8
cloud 7.8
circle 7.7
us 7.7
brass 7.7
sky 7.7
arthropod 7.4
vintage 7.4
antique 7.2
surface 7.1

Google
created on 2022-05-10

Head 97.2
Coin 87.6
Artifact 83.7
Currency 82.4
Nickel 81.8
Money 79.4
Cash 74.7
Money handling 74.5
Circle 72.1
Metal 68.7
Antique 63.6
Bronze 62
History 61.5
Ancient history 57.7
Quarter 52.3
Copper 51.6

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-10

animal 99.7
invertebrate 99.2
coin 88.3
mollusk 59.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Coin

Clarifai

Coin 99.8%

Clarifai

Coin 99.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-10

paintings art 99.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-10

a close up of a coin 69.8%
close up of a coin 65.3%
a coin on a surface 51.8%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a coin - sized coin with a woman on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-04

two bronze coins with the image of a man and woman

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-15

The image depicts two sides of an aged coin, with fine details indicating it is possibly from a historical period.

  • Left Side: Features what appears to be a figure, possibly a ruler or deity, depicted in relief. The figure is surrounded by a border of small dots and other decorative elements, though wear and corrosion obscure the finer details.

  • Right Side: Displays another detailed figure, which could be an individual in regal or ecclesiastical garments, based on the visible folds suggesting drapery. Like the first side, a border of dots encircles the portrait. The coin has visible text or inscriptions along the outer edge.

The material looks to be bronze or copper, judging from its dark reddish-brown patina. The ruler on the side suggests it has been scaled, likely for measurement purposes.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-15

The image shows the obverse and reverse sides of an ancient coin. The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar material and shows signs of age, such as corrosion or wear.

On the obverse side (left), there is a depiction of a figure, likely an emperor or important personage, facing forward. The details of the face and attire are worn but partially discernible. The border of the coin appears to have a beaded or dotted pattern.

On the reverse side (right), there is another figure, possibly a deity or symbolic representation, also facing forward. There is a similar beaded border pattern on this side as well. Some letters and inscriptions are faintly visible around the edge of the coin, indicating it could be from a period of antiquity where Latin script was used.

The layout and imagery suggest it might be from the late Roman period, with iconography typical of coins from the Byzantine era. An accurate identification would require more specific reference to historical records or numismatic expertise.

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 bronze or a similar metal and have intricate designs on both the obverse and reverse sides. The coins have a weathered, aged appearance, indicating they are historical artifacts. The designs on the coins depict figures or symbols, but without being able to identify any specific individuals, I can only describe the general visual elements of the coins.

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

This image shows both sides (obverse and reverse) of what appears to be an ancient bronze or copper coin. The coins appear to be weathered and worn, with a dark brown patina typical of aged bronze. Both sides feature embossed portraits or busts in profile, with what seems to be text or decorative elements around the edges. The coins have an irregular, slightly uneven edge which is characteristic of ancient minted coins. There's a measurement scale visible on the right side of the image. The coins appear to be photographed against a black background, likely for documentation or cataloging purposes.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image presents a close-up view of an ancient coin, showcasing its intricate details and features.

  • Coin Design
    • The coin is circular in shape with a rough, uneven edge.
    • It has a raised design on both sides, featuring a portrait of a person.
    • The design is made up of various symbols and markings, including letters and numbers.
  • Background
    • The coin is set against a solid black background.
    • A ruler is visible on the right side of the image, indicating the size of the coin.
  • Overall Impression
    • The image provides a detailed look at the coin's design and features.
    • The use of a ruler in the background helps to give a sense of scale and proportion.

In summary, the image presents a detailed view of an ancient coin, highlighting its unique design and features. The use of a ruler in the background adds context and helps to give a sense of scale.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image presents a pair of ancient coins, likely from the Byzantine Empire, set against a black background. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin facing forward and the right coin facing backward.

Coin Details:

  • Left Coin: The obverse side of the left coin features a portrait of a man, possibly an emperor or a saint, wearing a crown or a halo. The inscription around the edge is illegible due to wear and tear.
  • Right Coin: The reverse side of the right coin displays a cross or a religious symbol, surrounded by an inscription that is also difficult to read.

Background and Scale:

  • The black background provides a clean and neutral backdrop for the coins.
  • A scale on the right side of the image indicates the size of the coins, with markings in centimeters (cm). The scale ranges from 0 to 10 cm, allowing viewers to estimate the diameter of the coins.

Overall Impression:

  • The image suggests that the coins are part of a collection or an archaeological find, and the photographer has taken care to present them in a clear and well-lit manner.
  • The use of a black background and a scale adds a sense of professionalism and attention to detail, indicating that the image is intended for educational or research purposes.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image shows two ancient coins, possibly made of bronze, displayed on a black background. The coins have a circular shape with a diameter of approximately 1.5 cm. The coins have a brownish-reddish color and a slightly worn appearance. The coins have intricate designs on them, with one coin depicting a human figure in a seated position, possibly a deity, with a halo around the head and holding a staff. The other coin depicts a human figure with a halo around the head, possibly a saint, with a long robe and holding a book. The coins have a few small holes on the edges, possibly for attachment or suspension.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image shows two coins, both of which are old and have a brownish color. The coins have a round shape, and the edges are slightly uneven. The coins have some designs on them, including a person's head and some other symbols. The coins are placed on a black surface, and there is a ruler on the right side of the image, which is used to measure the size of the coins.

Google Gemini

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

The image shows two sides of an old, worn, and corroded bronze coin against a black background. To the right of the coin, there's a ruler indicating the scale, with markings labeled "cm" suggesting the measurements are in centimeters.

Both sides of the coin feature a central image of a person's face, likely an emperor or a saint, given the context of historical coins. The details are worn but still discernible. The person is depicted from the chest up, wearing what looks like robes.

The coin's perimeter has a decorative border, and some of what looks like text is visible, although much of it is illegible due to wear and corrosion. The overall condition suggests the coin is quite old, and the corrosion indicates it has been exposed to environmental factors over time.

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

The image shows two ancient copper coins, likely Roman or Byzantine, set against a black background. Both coins are circular and exhibit significant wear and tear, with irregular edges, indicating their age and use.

The coin on the left displays a bust of a person in profile within a circular border made up of dots, possibly a pearl border, with some details of the figure still discernible.

The coin on the right also features a bust of a figure, again within a circular border. There is also a visible inscription, "AETVI" along the rim on the right.

A ruler marked in centimeters is present along the right side of the image for scale. The overall impression suggests an archaeological or historical context, likely used for study or documentation purposes.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image shows two sides of an ancient Roman coin. The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal and is heavily worn, indicating its age.

  • Left Side (Obverse):

    • The obverse side features a bust of a figure, likely an emperor, facing to the right. The figure is draped in a garment and has a laurel wreath on the head, which was a common symbol of authority and victory in Roman iconography.
    • There is an inscription around the edge of the coin, but it is difficult to read due to wear and damage.
  • Right Side (Reverse):

    • The reverse side also features a bust of a figure, facing to the left. This figure is also draped and appears to be holding an object, possibly a scepter or a scroll.
    • Similar to the obverse, there is an inscription around the edge, but it is also worn and hard to decipher.

The coin's condition suggests it has been in circulation for a significant period, and the wear indicates it was used frequently. The scale on the right side of the image provides a sense of the coin's size, which is relatively small, typical of ancient Roman coinage.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-03

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely of Roman origin, based on the style of the portrait and the inscriptions. Here are the details:

  1. Obverse (Front Side):

    • The coin features a portrait of a bearded figure, likely a Roman emperor or a deity, wearing a laurel wreath.
    • The inscription around the edge reads "IMP CAESAR TRAIAN AVG PIVS PP AVG."
    • The portrait is facing right, and the coin has a slightly irregular, scalloped edge.
  2. Reverse (Back Side):

    • The reverse side also shows a portrait of a bearded figure, but this one is facing left.
    • The inscription around the edge reads "POTVS PATRIAE."
    • This side also has a scalloped edge.
  3. Condition:

    • The coin appears to be in a worn condition, with some rust or patina visible, indicating it has been exposed to the elements for a long time.
    • The inscriptions and portrait details are somewhat worn but still discernible.
  4. Scale:

    • A scale is visible on the right side of the image, indicating the coin's diameter for reference.

This coin likely represents an emperor or a deity from the Roman Empire, and the specific details of the inscriptions and the style of the portraits suggest it could be from the time of Trajan or later, as indicated by the "AVG PIVS PP AVG" inscription.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-03

This image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely from the Byzantine Empire.

  • Left Side (Obverse): The obverse features the bust of a figure, possibly a ruler or emperor, wearing a crown or diadem. The figure is facing left, and the details of the clothing and crown are visible. The coin appears to be made of a dark metal, possibly bronze or copper, and shows signs of wear and age.

  • Right Side (Reverse): The reverse side shows a depiction of a seated figure, possibly a religious or imperial figure, holding a staff or scepter and a globe or orb. The figure is seated on a throne, and there is some text around the edge of the coin, though it is difficult to read clearly due to the wear and patina.

The coin has a slightly irregular shape, with some wear and patina visible, indicating its age and historical significance. The scale on the right side of the image suggests that the coin is approximately 2 cm in diameter.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm

Google

cm
cm