{"product_id":"chelys-lyre-necklace-large-gold-plated-sterling-silver-necklace-in-stock-1","title":"Chelys Lyre Necklace (Large) - Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace (In-Stock)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by classic Greek mythology this Chelys Lyre Necklace is a beautiful way to celebrate Greek culture. Crafted from 925 Sterling Silver with Gold Plating on the shell, this necklace is perfect for every day wear or to add a little charm to more formal attire. The 24 inch triple stainless steel cord shown is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Shown\u003c\/strong\u003e (sold separately)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/lyre-necklace-large?variant=47509544698115\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGreek Lyre Necklace (Small) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/greek-lyre-necklace-large-gold-plated-sterling-silver-necklace\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGreek Lyre Necklace (Large)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMythical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Χέλυς” | “Chelys”\u003cbr\u003eAccording to the myth (Homeric Hymn to Hermes), Hermes made the first lyre using the shell of a tortoise (hence the name ''Chelys'' derived from the Greek word for tortoise), arms made of wild goat horns, and strings made of ox gut. When Apollo complained to Zeus about the theft of his oxen by Hermes, the latter offered the lyre to Apollo as a gift of reconciliation. Apollo was enchanted by its mesmerizing sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lyre as a symbol was closely associated with the cult of Apollo and can be described as the national instrument of the ancient Greeks. Due to the simplicity of its construction and the quality of its sound, it served as the primary instrument of the education of the young. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlso Pictured: \u003c\/em\u003eKylix of Apollo with the chelys lyre, on a 5th-century BC drinking cup\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AG-Stilvi","offers":[{"title":"24 inches","offer_id":47942786482435,"sku":"933neck2L","price":184.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0895\/3244\/files\/greek-jewelry-25-11-22-46274copyE3.jpg?v=1764343591","url":"https:\/\/athenagaia.com\/products\/chelys-lyre-necklace-large-gold-plated-sterling-silver-necklace-in-stock-1","provider":"Athena Gaia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}