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Find Out MoreThis Caduceus brooch is in excellent condition. It has been beautifully enamelled in red and green . The snakes have a natural pearlA pearl-bearing mollusc that has not been tampered with by man to produce a cultivated pearl will produce a 'natural pearl'. in each of their mouths and a small cabochonA polished, not faceted, dome shaped stone - either round or oval with a flat polished base, primarily used as a cut for phenomenal stones such as cat's eyes and stars.
rubyOne of the most valuable gemstones on earth. From the corundum family, the red variety being ruby and the blue, sapphire. With the exception of the diamond, corundum is the hardest of the gemstones on the Mohs scale scoring a 9. in each eye. The brooch has its original case. The Greek god Hermes, who served as herald and messenger to the other gods, carried a winged staff entwined with two snakes. The word “caduceus” from Latin, is a modification of Greek karykeion, from karyx, meaning “herald.” These brooches are often associated with the medical profession.
Unmarked, tested to 18ct gold
Case marked on the silk inside Wilson & Sharp Ltd. Diamond merchants. Goldsmiths & Silversmiths. 130 Princes Street. Edinburgh.
Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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