Nerva Cistophorus, Temple reverse

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC II Nerva 122?

RIC II Nerva 122 is a Silver Cistophorus of Nerva (98 AD) cataloged under RIC vol. II no. II Nerva 122.

How do you identify RIC II Nerva 122?

The obverse depicts Head of Nerva, laureate, right with the inscription IMP NERVA CAES AVG P M TR POT P P COS III. The reverse depicts Temple of Roma and Augustus, within which is Nerva on left being crowned with wreath by a woman holding a cornucopiae (Fortuna?); frieze inscribed ROM ET AVG with the inscription COM ASI. Portrait type: laureate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC II Nerva 122?

RIC II Nerva 122 was struck in Silver, standard weight 10.63g, diameter 27mm, die axis 8 h, struck.