Rod of Asclepius - Serpent-Entwined Rod wielded by the God Asclepius, a Deity associated with Healing and Medicine - Pure Bronze Statue

Item Specifics

Condition: New, Made in Greece.
Material: Pure Bronze
Height: 27,5 cm - 10,8 inches
Width: 8 cm - 3,1 inches
Length: 8 cm - 3,1 inches
Weight: 950 g

In Greek mythology, the Rod of Asclepius , also known as the Staff of Aesculapius and as the asklepian, is a serpent-entwined rod wielded by the Greek god Asclepius, a deity associated with healing and medicine. Theories have been proposed about the Greek origin of the symbol and its implications. In modern times, it is the predominant symbol for medicine and health care, although, because of a misunderstanding concerning ⚕ and ☤, the Caduceus (the symbol of commerce) is sometimes seen in this context, although both rods, from which these symbols represent, were each gifted to Asclepius and to Hermes by Apollo.
The Rod of Asclepius takes its name from the Greek god Asclepius, a deity associated with healing and medicinal arts in ancient Greek religion and mythology. Asclepius' attributes, the snake and the staff, sometimes depicted separately in antiquity, are combined in this symbol.
In honor of Asclepius, a particular type of non-venomous snake was often used in healing rituals, and these snakes – the Aesculapian snakes – crawled around freely on the floor in dormitories where the sick and injured slept. These snakes were introduced at the founding of each new temple of Asclepius throughout the classical world. From about 300 BCE onwards, the cult of Asclepius grew very popular and pilgrims flocked to his healing temples (Asclepieia) to be cured of their ills.