De Verborum Significatione

Origin
De Verborum Significatione by Verrius Flaccus is the first encyclopedia. Verrius Flaccus (55 BC - 20 AD) was a prominent Roman grammarian know for his writings in Latin along with the tutoring of the grandsons of Caesar Augustus during his reign. The encyclopedia details everything from daily life of peasants and royalty, government, religion and the ancient world.

Effects
Taking ownership allows owner to speak, read and write ancient Latin. Extended use overwrites original language.

Collection
Due to the language being so common at time of collection it was added as a unique first edition. During the time of Warehouse 12 it was determined to be an artifact.