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Snake bracelet
Findspot:
Ashton, Northamptonshire
Period:
Date:
Roman (AD 43 - 410)
Material:
Silver
In the Roman world, snakes were connected with healing. Perhaps the child who wore this silver snake bracelet was sick, or her parents were trying to ensure her health.
Collection information
Collection:
Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery
Accession No:
PETMG:ASH1
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