Claudius (41-54). AE Sestertius, struck 42-43 AD, countermarked under Nero. Obv. Laureate head right. Rev. Spes advancing left, holding flower and raising hem of skirt; c/m: NCAPR (Nero Caesar Augustus Probavit) in incuse rectangle. Cf. RIC I (2nd ed.) 967; BN 170-1 (with same c/m). AE. 27.22 g. 35.00 mm. In outstanding condition for a countermarked example. Earthen emerald green patina. Host coin good fine, countermark Good VF.