{"title":"Roman swords","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eRoman Swords\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Romans, known as great engineers and inventors, in addition to influencing the development of many countries, also left their mark of greatness in the world of swords. The \u003cb\u003eGladius\u003c\/b\u003e was the typical sword of ancient Rome, used from the 3rd century BCE to the 2nd century CE, and due to its practical and strategic characteristics, it has been considered the best sword ever made. This is where the term \"Gladiator\" comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics of the Gladius:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis type of weapon is also known as a \"carp's tongue\" or \"antenna\" sword, and was used by Celts and Celtiberians. Roman Gladius swords were very practical for offensive attacks. They were \u003cb\u003eshort and light swords\u003c\/b\u003e, which allowed for an exceptionally quick attack. They were also suitable for slashing, as they were double-edged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe length of this \u003cb\u003eRoman sword\u003c\/b\u003e was about 50 cm, although longer versions existed, they rarely exceeded 70 cm. The double-edged blade of the \u003cb\u003eGladius\u003c\/b\u003e was straight and wide. The tip of this ancient weapon measured about 5 cm, which allowed only the very end to penetrate the enemy's body, preventing the sword from getting stuck in the body, and consequently, reducing combat speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVarieties of the Gladius:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e·\u003cspan\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHispaniensis Roman swords, \u003c\/b\u003eare the oldest version, and were used by the Celtiberians and other tribes during the Punic Wars. Shortly after, this Roman sword was copied and improved by the Romans, who later shortened its blade from 70 to 50 cm, to reduce its weight and thus increase its comfort of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e·\u003cspan\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMainz\u003c\/b\u003e is a modified version of the Hispaniensis, which had a blade length of about 50-60 cm. The origin of its name comes from the place where the first swords of this type were found, Mainz, or what is known today as Mainz, Germany. In addition to being shorter than its predecessor, the Mainz blade was narrower in the center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e·\u003cspan\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePompeii\u003c\/b\u003e is another model of \u003cb\u003eGladius\u003c\/b\u003e, perhaps the best known and most typical among Roman swords. It gets its name from the city of Pompeii, where the first canonical examples were found. Its blade is even shorter, usually not exceeding 50 cm. The edges of the blade were straight and the tip short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn this category, we have prepared a selection of \u003cb\u003eRoman swords\u003c\/b\u003e, which any history lover would undoubtedly be delighted with. These are weapons made with the best materials, featuring a design faithful to the ancient canons found in history books.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gladius-mainz","title":"Mainz Gladius","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery light functional gladius with leather scabbard and metal fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sword is hand-forged from carbon steel, with a wooden hilt with white resin, imitating bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by Martos Windlass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"armasmedievales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56930815803723,"sku":"60-500360","price":240.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/6550\/9451\/files\/1516.jpg?v=1775131322"},{"product_id":"gladius-julio-cesar","title":"Julius Caesar's gladius","description":"\u003cp\u003eJulius Caesar Gladius sword with gold and white hilt. 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His historical works, among the best ever written in Latin, describe the military campaigns undertaken in Gaul and the civil wars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaesar\u003c\/strong\u003e was an architect, mathematician, and one of the world's greatest orators. Without a doubt, he was an ambitious man and therefore enjoyed the power he held. It is said that he wanted to be crowned king. A person with so much power endangered the Republic, as Brutus, Cassius, and other conspirators claimed, which was reason enough to justify his assassination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertificate of Quality and Origin \"Made in Toledo\".\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56930817737035,"sku":"AC0300","price":505.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/6550\/9451\/files\/1115.jpg?v=1775131331"},{"product_id":"gladus-funcional","title":"functional gladius","description":"","brand":"armasmedievales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56930820686155,"sku":"gladius funcional","price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/6550\/9451\/files\/1325_3b5d9f77-b149-4914-bf19-38e5391277c5.jpg?v=1775131333"},{"product_id":"espada-romana-julio-cesar-bronce","title":"Julius Caesar Roman Sword (Bronze)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Roman Sword Julius Caesar,\u003c\/strong\u003e a Mainz type, was used between the 2nd century BC and the 1st century AD. This specially ornamented replica has a steel blade, very characteristic in shape, decorated with black details along its midline. The silver-plated brass hilt is decorated with sculpted figures in relief and the grip is made of carved wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high-quality sword from the exclusive \"Historical, Fantastic, and Legend Swords\" Collection manufactured by MARTO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertificate of Quality and Origin, Made in Toledo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56930825011531,"sku":"517","price":215.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/6550\/9451\/files\/294.jpg?v=1775131348"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/6550\/9451\/collections\/espadas_012af374-2d16-4567-b722-651946ad5302.jpg?v=1775547193","url":"https:\/\/armasmedievales.es\/en\/collections\/espadas-romanas.oembed","provider":"armasmedievales","version":"1.0","type":"link"}