
The parazonium was actually an early Roman dagger, or at times a short sword, which had its origin in ancient Greece.
The parazonium was actually an early Roman dagger, or at times a short sword, which had its origin in ancient Greece. It was predominantly carried by the high-ranking officers of the Roman legions as an auxiliary weapon to their sword (gladius). It is a precursor of the pugio.
Its tapering, leaf-shaped blade is a typical feature.
Details:
- Blade material: spring steel EN45
- Overall length: approx. 57 cm
- Blade length: approx. 40 cm
- Weight: approx. 1,5 kg