1st Century Roman Pompeii Sword

The Pompeii short sword has a blade of high carbon steel and a hilt of wood. The pommel cap is brass and the felt tab fitted atop the guard protects the guard from being blemished from contact with the scabbard - it can be removed if needed. This Gladius-length sword is based on a 1st century sword kept in Aalen Museum. The wood-core scabbard is bound in brown leather and finished with brass accents and hanging rings. The embellished steel-and-brass decorative plates are fitted on a single side of the scabbard. Overall Length: 26 3/8'' Blade: 19'' 1 lb 4.5 oz