a spear with its point either covered by a ball or muffled. This type of spear was used by soldiers during training.

Hasta pura

The hasta pura was a spear used in the Roman army as a military decoration for a soldier that distinguished himself in battle.

Symbolic hastae

Hasta caelibaris

The hasta caelibaris ("celibate spear") was used during weddings to dress the bride's hair, like a ritual hairpin.