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.

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Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
Downing Street
Cambridge
CB2 3DZ
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Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Saturday: 10:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday: 12.00pm - 4:30pm
Admission free
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.