Gladiator Knife in Tyne Sheds Light on Ancient Roman Celebrity Culture

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Gladiator Knife in Tyne Sheds Light on Ancient Roman Celebrity Culture
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  • A gladiator knife handle was discovered in the River Tyne, Northumberland.
  • The handle shows a secutor and will be displayed by English Heritage in 2025.
    • This artifact reveals how Roman celebrity culture reached Britain.
    • Gladiators were as popular as modern celebrities.
    • The find coincides with the release of 'Gladiator II,' sparking interest.
    • Frances McIntosh noted the handle's rarity and pristine condition in Britain.
    • It adds to our knowledge of Roman culture's influence in Britain.
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