Medieval swords were much longer and used for slashing. The Roman infantry swords were shorter, and although Roman cavalry used a longer sword, they were still shorter than Medieval swords. The Roman sword was intended primarily for stabbing. It may be impossible to say which was better. In Medieval times armies were smaller than in Roman times because no one could afford to maintain the huge standing armies which once made the Roman sword so effective in battle. I think that each was the right sword for its time.
The Roman sword is considered better than the Chinese sword because it is double edged and delivers superb slashing action.
One can purchase a Roman sword from the 'Medieval Collectibles' website. One can find a Roman sword buyers guide via the 'Sword Buyers Guide' website.
Every sword is better with its distinct qualities and has different purposes. The Roman Sword is meant for close fight in combat and used with shield. The Chinese sword is for one to two hand sword use, it has a much longer blade for a longer reach. The quality of both swords depends on who make it. Which one is good in a combat is depends on the fighting style of the warrior using the weapon.
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A frog is the attachment to hold the sword scabbard to the belt.
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A shield and sword
5 ft
There were no medieval Roman kings because Rome fell in 410 AD which started the medieval period of history.
Gladius. Although usually described as a short thrusting sword, it also worked well as a slashing sword. It should be noted that the full name for a gladius is Gladius Hispaniensisor hispanic sword.The Gladius was adopted by Rome during the third century BC. Made of Bronze or Iron, it is about 2 feet long and weighs 2.5 to 3.5 pounds. It was standard issue to every Roman Legion.
Yes, roman numerals were used in medieval times.
About 50 pounds