FINE ROMAN IRON PUGIO WITH SCABBARD

Ca. AD 1 - 300. An iron pugio with a broad double-edged blade, a prominent median rib and a gradually tapering point. The hilt has a straight guard, a waisted grip with a central swelling and a broad rounded pommel. Its scabbard tapers towards a disc terminal and is ornamented with groups of raised bosses. Two suspension rings are attached along the edges. Restored. For similar see: F. Casprini, M. Saliola, Pugio - Gladius Brevi Est, pp. 7-12 Size: 380mm x 90mm; Weight: 590g Provenance: Private London collection; formerly in Austrian private collection 1980s-early 1990s This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Estimate:£2,000

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