Severus Alexander (222-235). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, 231-235. D/ IMP ALEXANDER PIVS AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. R/ SPES PVBLICA S C. Draped Spes walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising skirt with left hand. RIC IV 648d. 22.12 g. 30 mm. Nice green patina. Light gash on reverse and minor encrustations. VF.