Roman Sword - Black-SB137BK

This Roman Sword is a very beautiful version of a Roman battle sword. It comes with a metal pommel which has intricate designs on it. The scabbard is black leather with metal on the end, middle and top with intricate designs. Gladius is a Latin word for shortsword. Early ancient Roman swords were similar to those used by the Greeks. From the 3rd century BC, the Romans adopted swords similar to those used by the Celtiberians and others during the conquest of Hispania. This kind of sword was known as the Gladius Hispaniensis, or "Hispanic Sword." It was once thought that they were similar to the later Mainz types, but the evidence now suggests that this was not the case. A fully-equipped Roman soldier would have been armed with a shield (scutum), several javelins (pila), a sword (gladius), probably a dagger (pugio) and perhaps a number of darts (plumbatae). Conventionally, the javelins would be thrown before engaging the enemy, at which point the gladius would be drawn. The soldier generally led with his shield and thrust with his sword. Contrary to popular belief, all types of gladius appear to have also been suitable for cutting and chopping motions as well as for thrusting.

▪ Overall Length: 27 3/4"
▪ Blade Length: 19 1/2"
▪ Blade Material: 440 Stainless Steel
▪ Handle Material: All Metal