Caduceus facts for kids
The caduceus (Latin: cādūceus; from Greek: κηρύκειον, kērykeion) is the staff of the messenger god Hermes in Greek mythology. It is also called the "herald's wand". The caduceus appeared as a golden staff with wings and a pair of serpents wrapped around it.
Images for kids
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Coin from Sardis (Turkey) with caduceus (c. 140-144 CE)
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Customs flag of Belarus, with a Caduceus crossed with a golden key at the center
See also
In Spanish: Caduceo para niños
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