Conquistador meaning "Conqueror" in the Spanish language, is the term used to refer to the soldiers, explorers and adventurers who brought much of the Americas and Asia Pacific under Spanish colonial rule between the 15th and 17th centuries, starting with the 1492 settlement established in the modern-day Bahamas by Christopher Columbus. The Conquistador mini sword is a fine miniature of the larger sword produced by Art Gladius. The Conquistador blade is made of stainless steel and as in much detail as their larger counterparts. Art Gladius Conquistador mini sword is a perfect accent for the home or office. Conquistador miniature swords are great for weddings, parties, medieval faires and events.