03-11-2008, 02:25 PM
Hello all,
I think that prior to the adoption of the Hispaniensis another candidate should be some variation on the Kopis. The Greeks had moved largely in that direction. Many Spaniards used the Falcata instead of the straight sword. And it is not so far removed from that "vine pruner" looking sword shown commonly in the earlier Etruscan era. The Kopis was commonly available through the region, that would tend to lower the price, and this was the era where a Roman had to provide his own equipment. For some, cost would be a determinant.
Lacking any evidence in any direction. I always tend toward the direction of least change, but it is a fun puzzle to muddle.
Cordially,
Michael
I think that prior to the adoption of the Hispaniensis another candidate should be some variation on the Kopis. The Greeks had moved largely in that direction. Many Spaniards used the Falcata instead of the straight sword. And it is not so far removed from that "vine pruner" looking sword shown commonly in the earlier Etruscan era. The Kopis was commonly available through the region, that would tend to lower the price, and this was the era where a Roman had to provide his own equipment. For some, cost would be a determinant.
Lacking any evidence in any direction. I always tend toward the direction of least change, but it is a fun puzzle to muddle.
Cordially,
Michael
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