CLAUDIUS, A.D. 41-54. AE Sestertius (28.52 gms), Rome Mint. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Light Smoothing.
RIC-99. "TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG P M TR P IMP" Laureate head of Claudius facing right; Reverse: "SPES AVGVSTA" Spes draped advancing left, holding flower in one hand with the other hand holding her skirt, "S C" in exergue. Fields smoothed, some roughness on the reverse. Attractive hunter green patina. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Light smoothing.
From the Dr. Michael Phillip Collection.
Ex: Stack's Sale December 7, 8 1989 Lot# 3275.
Estimate: $400.00- $600.00