The dagger (pugio) resembled the sword in shape, differing mainly in shorter blade length at ca. 20 to 25 cm (8 to 10 inches). The blade was also more pointed. The sheath was either made entirely of bronze or iron, sometimes decorated with embossed silver plates, or it was made of wood and bronze. It was worn on the left side by legionaries, but on…... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/visitor-contributions.php