Viking Anglo Saxon Lyre,Traveler Size 22" SCA, LARP Handcrafted In USA.

Description

Viking Anglo Saxon Lyre,Traveler Size 22" SCA, LARP Handcrafted In USA. . Condition is New.
This is a Sutton Hoo/ Prittlewell style ! The coloring on this lyre is red walnutvery appropriate for Anglo-Saxon or Viking impressions.
These wonderful sounding and compact lyres are perfect for the historical enthusiast on the go. They are absolutley ideal for trekking, romping in the woods or practicing quietly at home. Their light weight and collapsible bridge make them just right for fitting into backpacks or slinging over one's shoulder at a faire.
Crafted in historic styles that can easily translate to more Fae or LOTR impressions they have a distinct deep tone perfect for lays, sagas or visual storytelling. This lyre measures 22 1/4" high, is 1" thick ( excluding pegs) and is 9 1/2" wide. It comes with 6 nylon strings* (for affordability and ease of replacement) ,  6 carved black ebony pegs , a spruce frame and Baltic fir soundbox covers.  The tailpiece is Britannia Pewter (lead and nickel free) and was hand cast by myself. The bridge is made from an imitation bone composite of my own creation and has etchings of a Dragon on the upward facing portion. The end peg is made from ebony!
This lyre is a liitle heavier than our other travel/ practice lyres weighing  2.5 lbs.
Handmade here at Dragon Harps in Oregon!! Fast domestic shipping.
* these lyres are made specifically for the included nylon strings and NOT metal nor high tension strings. Gut or nylgut substitutes are acceptable. High tension strings may damage the frame, bridge or tailpiece.