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Snakes on walking sticks were depicted in art as a symbol of wisdom and knowledge, associated with scholars or ascetics in ancient cultures. The image of a snake coiled around a stick or staff also had connections to healing, as snakes were seen as having medicinal properties in some cultures. Additionally, the image of a snake on a stick was often used as a symbol of power and authority, representing the wielder's control over the natural world.
The item is sent tracked and insured. 67022443
