Roman Spatha
Roman Spatha from Trimontium, NMS Newstead collection.
Image ©National Museums Scotland
Name/Title
Roman SpathaEntry/Object ID
X.FRA 134Description
Roman sword, spatha, with a midrib and well preserved tang.Use
This sword would have formed part of the equipment of a member of the auxiliary cavalry between 80 and 100 AD. The spathae were long, narrow swords with a midrib.Context
In the late 2nd century, the auxiliary cavalry began to carry a longer sword than ones used by legionaries. Found in pit XIVCollection
National Museums Scotland, James CurleCategory
Swords
Hand Held
Acquisition
Accession
X.FRA 134Source (if not Accessioned)
National Museums ScotlandMade/Created
Time Period
80 - 100 AD, Iron AgePlace
Location
Trimontium Roman Fort Site, NewsteadCountry
Scotland* Untyped Place
United KingdomEthnography
Cultural Region
Continent
EuropeCulture/Tribe
Romano British, Roman