Roman gladius and scabbard from Gladiator....

Description

Roman gladius and scabbard from Gladiator. (Dreamworks, 2000) Original Pompeii style prop gladius with 21 in. aluminum blade expertly studio painted with streaks of black to appear aged battle-worn, 8.5 in. wooden guard, handgrip and pommel. Measuring 29.5 x 3.75 in., with 22.75 x 3.75 in. cast resin sheath wrapped in maroon canvas, embellished with aluminum. Exhibiting production wear, with indentations and dings to the blade from staged battles and rubbing to canvas sheath. In good to very good condition.

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