Spartan Bundle
1. 1095Ā Steel Xiphos Sword
3. Spartan Helmet
4. Spartan Shield
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Sword Type
Type:Ā Xiphos
Handle Material:Ā Rosewood with D2 Steel Bolsters
Overall Length:Ā 24"
Rockwell Hardness: 55-62 HRC
Sheath: Leather sheath
Blade Material:Ā D2 Steel
Spartan Shield
The Spartan shield, or Greek shield, was one of the three features of ancient Greek body armor.Ā Other items include helmet and a breastplate. The letterĀ lambdaĀ (Ī), was painted on the Spartans'Ā shields and quickly became a widely known Spartan symbol. Ā Military families passed down their shields to each generation as family heirlooms. The technical use of Spartan shields evolved fromĀ bashingĀ andĀ shield wallĀ tactics and were of such great importance in the Spartan army that losing a shield was a sign of disgrace. Not only did it protect the user, but it also protected the whole phalanx formation. To come home without the shield was the mark of a deserter;Ā rhipsaspiaĀ or "dropping the shield", was a synonym for desertion in the field. Mothers bidding farewell to their sons would encourage them to come back with their shields, often saying goodbyes likeĀ "Son, either with this or on this"Ā meaning they should return only in victory, a controlled retreat, or death, their body being carried on the shield.Ā
Spartan Helmet
This Spartan helmet is designed after historical artifacts found in ancient Sparta.Ā Ā It is made of 20 gauge steel, and is wearable.Ā One size fits most.
Sword Stand
Black sword stand for single sword.Ā Ā
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