14k Gold Genuine Ancient Roman Coin Necklace (Salus; 49 B.C.)
The perfect gift for health professionals or for a loved one, this delicate charm necklace features a genuine Roman Salus coin from 49 B.C. set with a reversible 14k gold setting. SALUS: The Roman goddess of welfare, health, & prosperity. She is one of the oldest Roman goddesses. She stood for both the health and well-being of the public as well as each individual. HYGIEIA: Similar to Salus, Hygieia was a goddess of health; but specifically via sanitation and personal hygiene. She was a daughter of the god of medicine. She was associated with the prevention of sickness. She was most often portrayed with a snake wrapped around her body. * Extremely Fine Salus Denarius Coin - Roma (Rome, Italy) mint * Front: Laureate Bust of Salus* Back: Hygieia Standing, Holding Serpent & Leaning on Column* Pendant Drop: 28.53mm/1.12 inches* Pendant Width: 20.39mm/0.8 inches* Pendant Only or with 14k Gold Wheat Chain 0.8mm Thickness Adjustable to 16, 17, & 18 inches** PLEASE NOTE: This is th