{"product_id":"antique-sterling-silver-lyre-brooch-with-gilt-detail-c-19th-century","title":"Antique Sterling Silver Lyre Brooch with Gilt Detail – c.19th Century","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"631\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"188\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"191\"\u003eA charming antique sterling silver brooch featuring a decorative lyre motif, flanked by stylised leaf and star elements. The central lyre is highlighted with warm-toned gilt detailing, which contrasts nicely against the silver and gives the piece a subtle two-tone appearance. The design is delicate yet eye-catching, typical of late Victorian to early 20th-century jewellery. A lovely wearable antique with good character and period charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"897\"\u003e• Type: Brooch\u003cbr data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"914\"\u003e• Material: Sterling Silver (Lion Passant visible)\u003cbr data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"967\"\u003e• Design: Lyre with foliate and star decoration\u003cbr data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003e• Finish: Silver with gilt (gold-toned) highlights\u003cbr data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e• Era: Likely late 19th to early 20th century\u003cbr data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e• Fastening: Pin and clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e• Width: 45 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e• Height: 21 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003e• Weight: 4.06 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e• Hallmarks are very worn but Lion Passant still visible\u003cbr data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e• Signs of an old repair to the pin mechanism\u003cbr data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e• General surface wear consistent with age\u003cbr data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e• Gilt detail still present and visually effective\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eSummary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eA decorative antique silver brooch with a classic lyre motif and attractive gilt accents. Despite some wear and historic repair, it remains a very wearable and characterful piece, ideal for collectors of antique jewellery or musical-themed items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bowles Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53103424635147,"sku":"1863\/5","price":44.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/7A6614A9-CECB-49DE-A354-90EB6D05751F_1_201_a.jpg?v=1778308722","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/antique-sterling-silver-lyre-brooch-with-gilt-detail-c-19th-century","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}