RIC II Nerva 131 Nerva obverse — Head of Divus Augustus, radiate, right Obverse
RIC II Nerva 131 Nerva reverse — Rudder attached to globe Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference
RIC II Nerva 131
Ruler
Nerva
Denomination
Dupondius
Date
98 AD
Mint
Uncertain Value
Metal
Bronze
Weight
10.29g
Diameter
26mm
Die Axis
6 h
Portrait Type
radiate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

DIVVS AVGVSTVS

Head of Divus Augustus, radiate, right

Reverse

IMP NERVA CAES AVG REST S C

Rudder attached to globe

About This Type

This RIC II Nerva 131 is a dupondius of Nerva (98 AD), struck at the Uncertain Value mint. The reverse depicts Rudder attached to globe. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 10.29g, 26mm diameter.

About the Dupondius

The dupondius was a Roman orichalcum (brass) coin worth two asses, typically 12–14 grams and 25–29mm. It is distinguished from the as by the emperor's radiate crown and the use of brass rather than copper.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC II Nerva 131?
RIC II Nerva 131 is a Bronze Dupondius of Nerva (98 AD) struck at the Uncertain Value mint cataloged under RIC vol. II no. II Nerva 131.
How do you identify RIC II Nerva 131?
The obverse depicts Head of Divus Augustus, radiate, right with the inscription DIVVS AVGVSTVS. The reverse depicts Rudder attached to globe with the inscription IMP NERVA CAES AVG REST S C. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC II Nerva 131?
RIC II Nerva 131 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 10.29g, diameter 26mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Identify your own coins

Upload a photo and get instant attribution powered by our catalog of 80,000+ ancient coin types.

Try Coin Identification