Gladius Marius, Pompeii, semi-scherp Viking bijl the Celtic aristocracy often used

the Celtic aristocracy often used richly decorated swords

It is equipped with a protective basket

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Gladius Marius, Pompeii, semi-scherp Viking bijl the Celtic aristocracy often usedThis gladius is a replica of a gladius Pompeii type. Swords like these were used by the legions of imperial Rome. This gladius is 73 cm long, with a blade of 49 cm long and 5,5 cm wide. The hilt is made of wood and bone. The sword comes with a wooden scabbard, covered with leather and decorated with brass ornaments. Weight 1,3 kg.