Snake coil ring
£45.00
The original gold finger ring was found in Alexandria. Snake rings were worn in Antiquity as charms, possibly for protection against the evil eye or to ensure fertility. Snakes were also associated with the healing god Asclepius who is often shown with a snake coiled around a staff. Graeco-Roman, 1st or 2nd century AD. Copied from the original in the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities. Snake rings and bracelets were very popular in antiquity and were worn possibly for protection against the evil eye or to ensure fertility. Snakes were also associated with the healing god Ascelpius, who is often shown with a snake coiled around a staff.
In Detail
Product code: cmcj59130
Exhibition: Hadrian
Price category: £25 to £50
World culture: Ancient Rome
Details: Sterling silver or and gold-plated sterling silver.
Material: Gold
Standard UK delivery: 3-5 working days (overseas delivery times may vary)
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- Snake coil ring
- £45.00
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