Figurine of Hermes

  • 3rd - 2nd century B.C.
  • Gold plated silver
  • H-4.1 W-2.3
Catalogue Entry

3rd‐2nd century B.C.
Gold plated silver
H. 4.1 cm, W. 2.3 cm
A silver core has been coated in gold to depict a figure of the god Hermes holding a caduceus in his left hand. This staff was the symbol of wealth and prosperity.