Art Deco Caduceus Gold Plated Necklace

The Caduceus was an ancient astrological symbol of commerce and is associated with the Greek god Hermes, the messenger for the gods, conductor of the dead and protector of merchants and thieves. In the seventh century, the caduceus came to be associated with a precursor of medicine, based on the Hermetic astrological principles of using the planets and stars to heal the sick. This stylish gold colored art deco designed caduceus makes a great gift for a doctor, nurse, paramedic, or anyone in the medical field.