Detail of the Sword of Tiberius
Roman gladius and scabbard, c. 14-16 AD.
The ornate decoration on this scabbard celebrates Julio-Claudian military successes in Germany. In the central scene, Germanicus hands the enthroned Tiberius a figure of victory. Augustus is also depicted in the roundel below.
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Detail of the Sword of Tiberius
Roman gladius and scabbard, c. 14-16 AD.
The ornate decoration on this scabbard celebrates Julio-Claudian military successes in Germany. In the central scene, Germanicus hands the enthroned Tiberius a figure of victory. Augustus is also depicted in the roundel below.
British Museum.
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