a city in the European Russian government of Taurida, formerly the capital of the peninsula, and the residence of the khan. It was formerly a place of considerable trade, and in 1793 contained 1560 houses, with 5777 inhabitants. It has, however, greatly declined since the peninsula was transferred to Russia. Long. 38. 39. E. Lat. 44. 39. N.

BACULARIUS, in writers of the middle age, an ecclesiastical apparitor or verger, who carries a staff, baculus, in his hand, as an ensign of his office.