Antique, Victorian Brooch / Pin in the form of a caduceus. Diamonds and Pearls set in enamelled 18k yellow and white gold. Made last 1/4 of the 19th century, in

England by the Italian jewellers Carlo and Arthur Giuliano, sons of Carlo Giuliano.

Measures approx 3.75 cm (a little under 1.5inches) long. Weighs 4.1grams. 

Created in the form of the caduceus, a staff with two serpents / snakes and a pair of wings. The caduceus, symbol of Mercury/Hermes was emblematic of commerce,

negotiation and printing. It is often mistakenly associated with medicine or medical practise.
The staff in gold with a pearl at either end. Snakes in green enamel on gold with red eyes, wind like a double helix around the staff, their open mouths seeming to

support a pair of wings, pave set with diamonds. 

Hinged pin with a c-clasp. Very high standard of workmanship.

The brooch / pin has an oval cartouche with C&A G stamped on it for Carlo and Arthur Giuliano. There is no gold hallmark, but I tested the gold with acid and it

stays for at least 18k. 

Good condition. No loss/damage found.