Circa 100-300 AD An Ancient Roman Iron long spear with central rib and integral hollow handle. The handle tapering down from the blade to attachment to a conical section of wood allowing the soldier to thrust. The army of ancient Rome (800 BC - AD 476) was a formidable fighting power. It was exceptionally well disciplined, organised and supplied with a huge selection of effective and battle-proven weapons. The sword and spear were the infantryman's main weapons, and the spectacular military successes of the Roman legions throughout Europe and the Middle East lay in the disciplined battlefield application and relentless training in the use of these weapons. Size: L:395mm / W:30mm ; 310g. Provenance: From a private collection; previously was acquired from G. M. in London in 2017.