Edwardian Gold Caduceus Brooch On Hold set with three rows of

set with three rows of alternating sapphires and diamonds

each sapphire accented with a little rose gold diamond point

This particular piece features Cupid holding his bow

almost reminiscent of a bombé ring

Edwardian Gold Caduceus Brooch On Hold set with three rows ofDATE: Edwardian, 1914 An outstanding antique brooch modelled as the caduceus (aka staff of Hermes). In Greek mythology the staff was given to Hermes by his half brother Apollo as a gift in return for the tortoise shell lyre, although its origins can be traced back as far as ancient Mesopotania circa 3500 BC and the Sumerian god Ningishzida who carried a wingless version of the double snaked staff. It's a particularly potent symbol that to this day