A gladius Hispaniensis, 1st century Straight, double-edged blade with curved edges and a strong central rib. The blade made of three parts, the edges attached laterally to the central rib. Long, slightly tapered tang, the riveted pommel plate made of bronze with relief ornaments. Cleaned archaeological find. Length 51 cm. Provenance: Hermann-Historica, Auction 58, lot 44. historic, historical, Roman Empire, ancient world, ancient times, ancient world, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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