Spes

Spes was the personification of hope in Ancient Rome, especially the hope to have children, and the hope for a good harvest. Spes also has a counterpart in Greek Mythology, called Elpis. Usually, Spes was portrayed as a girl, on her toes. It was depicted as wearing clothes similar to Venus. Spes was venerated in Rome, at least from the 5th century BC.

Roman coin dated to 103 BC, showing Spes.