Severus Alexander, 222-235. Sestertius (Orichalcum, 30 mm, 24.77 g, 1 h), Rome, 232. IMP ALEXANDER PIVS AVG Laureate head of Alexander Severus with drapery over far shoulder. Rev. SPES PVBLICA / S C Spes advancing left, holding flower and raising hem of skirt. Banti 162. RIC 648. Pleasant dark brown surfaces. Nearly very fine.