The discovery of the gladiator knife handle, a rare artifact from Roman times, captures an important historical moment and sheds light on ancient combatants' lives.
"It is rare to find a piece of gladiator memorabilia in Britain and to find such a well-preserved representation is astonishing," stated Dr. Frances McIntosh.
Found in the River Tyne, the left-handed secutor gladiator figure not only highlights the importance of combat roles but suggests a personal narrative of a specific fighter.
The handle is the second of its kind from Roman gladiators in England, providing insights into the social and cultural aspects of gladiatorial combats during that era.
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