roman 3rd century gladius ravenna HEMA zwaarden Midgaard's serpent circles the earth

Midgaard's serpent circles the earth and bites its own tail

This pouch has leather cords to close it and hang it on the belt

The necklace consists of a string of pearls with in the middle the initial letter ‘B’ with 3 long pearls

functionality

Hangerocs were an essential part of Viking clothing

roman 3rd century gladius ravenna HEMA zwaarden Midgaard's serpent circles the earthThis gladius is based on an original depicted among Roman legionaries from the 3rd century AD in Ravenna. The blade is made of high quality 1065 carbon steel with a hardness of 48 52 HRC. This gladius is supplied including a scabbard. The scabbard is made of wood and leather and has brass fittings. The scabbard has a belt loop that allows it to be worn around the shoulder.