Claudius (41-54). AE Sestertius, contemporary (Balkan?) imitation of Rome mint issue. Obv. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG PM TR P [IMP] Laureate head right. Rev. SPES AVGVSTA SC. Spes advancing left holding flower in right hand. Cf. RIC I (2nd ed.) 99 (for prototype). AE. 15.24 g. 34.00 mm. An interesting and pleasant example. Reddish brown surfaces, with green spots. VF/About VF.