Living In The World Of Ancient Mythology
Hermes/Mercury
Myth
Hermes aided Perseus in killing the gorgon (Medusa) by giving Perseus his winged sandals and
telling him to find the Gray Sisters (the Graeae) so they could direct him to the nymphs of the North. When he reached the
nymphs they would give him Zeus' sword, Hades' helmet, and Athena's shield.
Hermes’ Appearance: He was depicted as either a handsome
and athletic man, beardless boy, or as a bearded older man. He wore winged boots, and
sometimes a travelers cap and a cloak.