Unique and original vintage X-rays, each set in a sterling silver frame on a 22 inch chain. Every tag is one of a kind: choose your number below. Nos. 20–22 are dental X-rays.
What is an anatomical votive?
In ancient Greece and Rome, many people believed in and worshipped deities. There were many gods and goddesses who people turned to for help or guidance. It was common practice to make votive offerings to these deities in return for their assistance. Anatomical votives were no different. It is speculated that these types of votives were also offered in exchange for relief or aid from maladies, such as by those seeking a cure or to be healed from an illness or an affliction. In other cases, it is thought that anatomical votives were meant as gifts of gratitude for having their request fulfilled.
Unique and original vintage X-rays, each set in a sterling silver frame on a 22 inch chain. Every tag is one of a kind: choose your number below. Nos. 20–22 are dental X-rays.
What is an anatomical votive?
In ancient Greece and Rome, many people believed in and worshipped deities. There were many gods and goddesses who people turned to for help or guidance. It was common practice to make votive offerings to these deities in return for their assistance. Anatomical votives were no different. It is speculated that these types of votives were also offered in exchange for relief or aid from maladies, such as by those seeking a cure or to be healed from an illness or an affliction. In other cases, it is thought that anatomical votives were meant as gifts of gratitude for having their request fulfilled.
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