Roman Gladius sword from Paul Chen


In the Third Century BC, Rome fought against the Iberian Celts and their iron weapons, gaining so much respect for their adversaries' short swords that they adopted the design as their own. The sword that eventually conquered most of the known world evolved from the Gladius Hispanicus--Spanish sword. Originally a stabbing weapon, the Gladius quickly evolved into a cut-and-thrust sword, with a long point and slightly "waisted" blade--arguably the most elegant of Roman sword types. This Gladius is based on the "waisted" pattern, its light blade and typical wooden guard and pommel arrangement making for a very quick sword indeed. The segmented bone handle and beautifully detailed scabbard with battle scenes in bas-relief complete a sword that any legionary would have been proud to own. *2032-GT* *Blade 22 3/4"* Overall 30 1/2"
2032-GT - Roman Gladius	Roman Gladius Qty: Price: $287.00