Lot 443:
Vespasian (69 -79). AE As, c. 76 AD. Obv. IMP CAESAR VESP AVG COS VII. Laureate head right. Rev. SC. Spes standing left, holding flower and raising hem of dress. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 894. 10.63 g. 27.5 mm. Scarce. Delicate parina with brassy highlights. Mark of value engraved on reverse in late antiquity (?). Slightly rough surfaces. VF.