Roman iron pugio dagger with bulb in the pommel, tripartite grip that widens in the center and slightly protuding guard. Triangular blade with central nerve attached to the hilt through an extension of the sheet inside it, obtaining better solidity. The pugio was a dagger used by Roman soldiers as a sidearm. It was intended as an auxiliary weapon. The pugio was probably a stabbing weapon used by the soldiers of the Roman Republic legions from around the year 100 a. C. The Romans adopted it from the Iberians, in the same way as the gladius hispaniensis. The piece includes authenticity certificate The piece also includes Spanish Export License ( Passport for European Union) - If the piece is destined outside the European Union a substitution of the export permit should be requested. This process could take between 1 and 2 months. Material: Iron Date: - 2nd-1st Century B.C Origine: Roman Republican Period Size: 29,00 x 6,50 cm. Condition: Some superficial wear but excellent state of preservation for this type of item. See photo Provenance: Spanish private collection. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.