ROD OF ASCLEPIUS - GOD OF MEDICINE

Asclepius is the god of medicine and healing in ancient Greek mythology. Asclepius represents the healing aspect of the medical arts His daughters are Hygieia (goddess of health, cleanliness, and sanitation), Iaso (goddess of recuperation from illness), Aceso (goddess of the healing process) Aglæa (goddess of beauty, splendor, glory, magnificence, and adornment) and Panacea (goddess of universal remedy). He was associated with the Roman god Vediovis. He was one of Apollo's sons, sharing with Apollo the epithet Paean (the Healer"). The rod of Asclepius, a snake-entwined staff, remains a symbol of medicine today.  The pendant is crafted with extra care in 925 Sterling Silver. It was made in Greece, height is 3.5 cm and weighs approximately 12 g(All our products are heavier-thicker from similar products sold in ebay) 

Details:

Condition: New, Handmade in Greece

Material: Sterling Silver 925

Height: 3.5 cm

Width: 2.5 cm

Weight: 12 g

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