Charming gold and coral lacepin in the form of a lyre with the strings attached to a tiny glazed heart locket,a miniature key and padlock hanging below. c.1820.
A love token rich in symbolism,the lyre was the key attribute of Apollo, the God of the Sun and Light,Music and Poetry in the Classical world.
The brooch measures 1.5 inches,the drops another 3/4inch.
A delicate brooch with some wear,but a rare motif and totally original.