ROM172B - Praetorian Defending With Pilum - Silver Pattern Shield Heavy infantry uniform with gold

Heavy infantry uniform with gold or coloured trim

and purposeful stance reflect the ceremonial importance and battlefield capability of the Praetorians

During the later Roman period

Roman soldiers were trained to maintain formation integrity at all times

ROM172B - Praetorian Defending With Pilum - Silver Pattern Shield Heavy infantry uniform with goldA Praetorian defending with a pilum and a silver patterned shield represents an elite guard from the Praetorian Guard engaged in close defensive combat or protective formation duty. In this role, the soldier is typically shown: Holding a pilum: a heavy Roman throwing spear designed to penetrate enemy shields and bend on impact, preventing reuse Using a decorated scutum style shield: often stylised in reconstructions with silver or ornate patterns to