Caduceus
Title
Caduceus
Description
The rod or staff of Aesculapius, the god of medicine and healing, is often depicted as a staff with a snake. With two snakes and wings at the top of the staff, it is a caduceus, seen as a symbol of Hermes. The classic caduceus is shown at right.
Identifier
aj32_5
Citation
“Caduceus,” Exhibits, accessed April 24, 2024, https://utswlibrary.omeka.net/items/show/135.