Thracian Iron Sica and Scabbard

An ancient Thracian iron sica dagger of curved form with the blade only on the interior, with scabbard.

Ca. 2nd century BC. - 1st Century AD.
Length: 13 7/8 in. (35.3 cm).

The sica is a dagger that was prevalent in the ancient Balkans. It is a shorter form of the falx, and it is the root word of the modern sickle. The distinctive shape was designed to get around the sides of an opponent’s shield, and stab or slash them in the back. In Roman gladiatorial combat the Thraex gladiator used the sica against his usual opponent, the Murmillo gladiator who carried a large sheild.

Formerly in the Kuizenga collection, The Netherlands.
Inv#: 9176
Guaranteed Authentic

$7,500

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