Severus Alexander (222-235). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, 231-235. D/ IMP ALEXANDER PIVS AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. R/ SPES PVBLICA SC. Spes advancing left, holding flower and raising hem of skirt. RIC IV 648. 21.97 g. 31 mm. Lovely green-brown patina. Struck on broad flan. VF.