Musical instrument Lyre of Pontos silver pendant, tiny Greek musical lyra silver pendant, Lyra Kementche Musical Instrument necklace

$49.75

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Story:
The LYRE of the Greeks of Pontos (Black Sea region of Asia Minor) is also known as the "Kementche". The Pontic Greeks who lived in this region for nearly 3000 years, and who were expelled in 1923 as part of the Exchange of Populations between Greece and
Turkey, sometimes simply call the instrument a ‘lyra'.
It is the main instrument used in Pontian music. It is a bottle-shaped, 3-stringed fiddle played in the upright position. It is sometimes played by resting it on the knee when sitting, and sometimes it is held out in front.
The pontian lyra is said to be a descendant of the first lyra mentioned in Greek mythology. It was Orpheas the god of Music who created the lyra from a Turtle shell.

Characteristics:
>> Handmade
>> Available in Sterling silver (stamped 925)
>> Also available in 9K or 14K Gold / White Gold
>> Dimensions: 4,5 cm. x 1 cm.
>> No Chain included but available on request on request!
>> Gift packed - can include personal note on request!
>> Worldwide shipping with TRACKING code!

Reviews (4)

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Once again beautiful craftsmanship

Amazing craftsmanship. Very happy with Lyra pendant. This second one I ordered. Thanks You

Beautiful piece ❤️. Big thank you for amazing craftsmanship


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