Gladius Collection

Ancient Roman costume from the time of the late Roman Republic -- warriors, legionnaires (infantry soldiers), a cavalryman, a centurion, an emperor in purple (red), an ensign bearer

Suzuki Gladius 650

Roman military standard-bearer with the aqulia or signum of the legion, trumpeter and horn player.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of

Cornetfish, Fistularia tabacaria 1, Chinese trumpetfish, Aulostomus chinensis 2, and swordfish, Xiphias gladius 3
FLO4574270 Cornetfish, Fistularia tabacaria 1, Chinese trumpetfish, Aulostomus chinensis 2, and swordfish, Xiphias gladius 3

Snap Playing Card - Roman soldier or gladiator with shield. circa 1910s

Roman legionaries in lorica armour and galea helmets with shields and spears during a siege
6339995 Roman legionaries in lorica armour and galea helmets with shields and spears during a siege by Corsi (19th century); (add.info)

Statue of a Roman soldier, Velites or light infantry, with shord sword gladius, wooden shield parma
5323826 Statue of a Roman soldier, Velites or light infantry, with shord sword gladius, wooden shield parma by David, Francois-Anne (1741-1824); (add.info.: Statue of a Roman soldier)

Roman military equipment (litho)
7201060 Roman military equipment (litho) by Williamson, J. (fl.1850-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman military equipment)

Roman soldiers with spoils of war on the Arch for Titus
Roman soldiers march in procession with spoils of war or spolia on the Arch for Titus, the arch of triumph celebrating Emperor Tituss victory over Jerusalem

Poster, Selig Films, now showing
Poster, Selig Films, Now Showing, Roman Centurion. An American motion picture company founded in 1896 by William Selig in Chicago. circa 1912

Swordfish, Xiphias gladius (Rondeletian swordfish, Xiphias rondeletii). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological

Star fish and swordfish
Star fish, Peprilus paru 78, and swordfish, Xiphias gladius 79. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804

Chub mackerel, Scomber colias, and swordfish
Atlantic chub mackerel, Scomber colias, and swordfish, Xiphias gladius. Handcolored engraving by Sebin after an illustration by Oudart from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire

Crested oarfish and oarfish
Crested oarfish, Lophotus lacepedei (Lophotes copedianus) and oarfish, Regalecus glesne (Gymnetrus gladius). Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1848

Great white shark, hammerhead, sawfish and swordfish
Great white shark, Carcharodon carcharias, vulnerable 1, smooth hammerhead, Sphyrna zygaena, vulnerable 2, common sawfish, Pristis pristis, critically endangered 3, and swordfish, Xiphias gladius, 4

Statue of a Roman gladiator. late 19th century

Gladius (engraving)
3634569 Gladius (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gladius. The weapon of the ancients, which corresponded to our sword)

Gladiators Sword, from the Arms of All Nations series (N3) for Allen &
Gladiators Sword, from the Arms of All Nations series (N3) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1887

The Roman tombstone of Marcus Favonius Facilis, 1st century BC
The Roman tombstone of Marcus Favonius Facilis, Centurion of the 20th legion of the Pollonian tribe (from north Italy), at Colchester Museum

Xiphias gladius, or Swordfish, also known as Broadbills. Date: 1863

Roman legionary. Relief. 2nd century AD
Relief depicting a roman legionary. Marble. 2nd century AD. From a triumphal arch of Emperor Trajan. Neues Museum (New Museum). Berlin. Germany

Lively scene in an Ancient Roman street
A lively scene in the streets of Ancient Rome. Date: circa 200 BC

Roman cavalry with javelin and a Roman soldier on the march with his pack, sword and shield.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of

Samnite gladiators fighting with swords (gladius), shields (scutum) greaves (ocrea) and helmets.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of

Swordfish, Xiphias gladius.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G

Scene in the streets of Ancient Rome
illustration of a scene in the streets of Ancient Rome

Swordfish (Xiphias gladius)
Antique illustration of Swordfish (Xiphias gladius)

Picture No. 10872342
Fishermen unloading and weighing their catch of swordfish in (Xiphias gladius) Date:

Picture No. 10872343
Fishermen unloading and weighing their catch of swordfish (Xiphias gladius) Date:

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"Unveiling the Mighty Gladius: A Glimpse into Ancient Roman Power" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of ancient Rome with the gladius, a symbol of strength and valor. From its origins as an integral part of Roman military attire to its modern-day representation in various forms, this iconic weapon continues to captivate our imagination. In the realm of ancient Roman costume, the gladius stood as a testament to a legionary's prowess on the battlefield. Clad in lorica armor and galea helmets, these formidable soldiers brandished their trusty Suzuki Gladius 650 - not only a tribute to their martial skills but also a reminder of their unwavering loyalty. As standard-bearers proudly carried the aquila, or Roman military standard, high above their heads, they embodied honor and unity within each legion. The image of these brave warriors marching forward with shields and spears evokes both admiration and awe. The gladiator arena showcased another facet of gladiatorial combat where skilled fighters wielded snap playing cards depicting fierce Roman soldiers or mighty gladiators. Their battles mesmerized audiences who marveled at their agility and mastery over this legendary weapon. Beyond warfare, even nature pays homage to this remarkable blade. The Xiphias Gladius - commonly known as swordfish - bears resemblance to its namesake due to its sleek shape resembling that iconic weapon from antiquity. Nature's subtle nod towards history reminds us that legends endure through time. Artistic expressions immortalize moments frozen in history; mosaic walls adorned with paintings depict two valiant gladiators engaged in combat at Kourion, Limassol, Cyprus. This captivating artwork transports us back centuries ago when bravery was etched into every swing of the sword. On monumental arches dedicated to Emperor Titus stands evidence of victorious conquests by Roman soldiers bearing spoils from war.