Unearthing the Mysterious Roman Emperor: The Discovery of Domitianos and His Bronze Coin Horde

Unearthing the Mysterious Roman Emperor: The Discovery of Domitianos and His Bronze Coin Horde

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Architecture, Social Studies, History

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A collection of 5000 bronze coins from the 3rd century was discovered, including a rare coin featuring the head of a mysterious Roman emperor, Domitianos. Previously thought to be a hoax, this discovery confirms Domitianos' existence as a rebel emperor of a breakaway Western European Empire around 260 AD. The coins are expected to be displayed at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the title claimed by the soldier turned rebel?

King of the North

Emperor of the Western European Empire

Duke of Rome

General of the East

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which museum is thought to purchase the coins for public display?

British Museum

Ashmolean Museum

Louvre Museum

Metropolitan Museum