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FINE ROMAN GLADIUS PENDANT, 1ST-3RD CENTURY AD - Picardi Jewelers
FINE ROMAN GLADIUS PENDANT, 1ST-3RD CENTURY AD - Picardi Jewelers
FINE ROMAN GLADIUS PENDANT, 1ST-3RD CENTURY AD - Picardi Jewelers
FINE ROMAN GLADIUS PENDANT, 1ST-3RD CENTURY AD - Picardi Jewelers


FINE ROMAN GLADIUS PENDANT, 1ST-3RD CENTURY AD

C1942

$335.00 Sale

The period of Christ, and the persecution of Christians. Just over 1 1/8’ (1.15”in length. Finely delineated hilt with a bulbous pommel, waisted grip, and rectangular triple banded cross guard. Leaf shaped blade, pierced for suspension. Said to represent the Roman gladius sword, these were awarded to Roman soldiers wounded in battle. Surface textured from burial and now restored in 24karat gold. Mounted to an 18” gilt sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.