Caligula As, AD 37-41
Item — Box: 1, Item: 12
Scope and Contents
His nickname, Caligula was bestowed on him by his soldiers when he was a boy, including the half boot (caliga). He became a very depraved emperor and was eventually murdered by a group of praetorians on January 24, AD 41.
Dates
- Creation: AD 37-41
Creator
- From the Collection: Handshu, Joel, 1946-1998 (Collector, Person)
Access Restrictions
This collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.8 linear feet (2 boxes, 175 coins)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Physical Description
Obverse: Head of Caligula; Reverse: Vesta seated
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
Contact:
Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
66 George Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424
(843) 953-8016
(843) 953-6319 (Fax)
Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
66 George Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424
(843) 953-8016
(843) 953-6319 (Fax)