Gladiator's knife handle 2000 years old discovered in Britain

In the UK, archaeologists are preparing an extraordinary find for public display - a 2,000-year-old knife handle depicting a gladiator discovered in the River Tyne. This decorative element, made of copper alloy, is an exceptional testament to the popularity of gladiatorial culture even in remote regions of the Roman Empire.

"The find is striking in its incredible preservation. The discovery of any gladiatorial artifacts in Britain is very rare, and this specimen is particularly valuable for its impeccable condition," said Frances McIntosh, a representative of English Heritage. She emphasized that the artifact demonstrates how powerful the culture of celebrity gladiators was, reaching the farthest reaches of the empire. The Guardian writes about it.

The peculiarity of the find is the image of a gladiator-secutor - a powerful warrior equipped with heavy equipment, including a massive shield, a helmet with limited visibility and a sword. Interestingly, the hilt depicts the fighter as left-handed, an unusual detail given the prejudices of the time.

The origin of the artifact in the River Tyne remains a mystery to researchers who continue to study this unique find.

As a reminder, archaeologists have found a square dating back to the Ancient Roman era in Spain.

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