Bidspirit auction | A Pompeii style Roman gladius

A Pompeii style Roman gladius with a matching scabbard - This lovely reproduction Roman gladius features a double-edged steel blade and a characterful wooden hilt with a ribbed grip. It comes complete with its black-finished scabbard which is beautifully accented by decorative metal fittings including a foliate-motif chape. No maker's marks or stamps are visible on the blade, hilt, or scabbard. Overall length: 30.5 inches measured from pommel to tip. Blade length: 22.5 inches measured from guard to tip.