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Lot Essay
The caduceus, being a pair of entwined serpents supporting a pair of wings as the symbol of Mercury, messenger of the gods, is the emblem of the medical profession.
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AN ANTIQUE DIAMOND BROOCH/PENDANT
Designed as an old-cut diamond caduceus with detachable suspension loop, mounted in silver and gold, circa 1880, 8.5 cm. long
Designed as an old-cut diamond caduceus with detachable suspension loop, mounted in silver and gold, circa 1880, 8.5 cm. long
Special notice
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