The Lyra family captures the ancient world’s relationship with storytelling in a gently graduated form —

One of the smallest constellations, Lyra depicts a lyre and is home to one of our brightest stars, Vega.

In Ancient Greece, the lyre -closely resembling the harp- was the most unifying musical instrument. Lyric poetry to the accompaniment of the lyre was how society experienced storytelling; publicly, over the course of days for all to hear.

The core of these stories are still with us today as the epic cycle; the Iliad, the Odyssey, and the Aeneid.

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The smaller of two sister rings, Lyra Ring I is designed to sit comfortably between the knuckles as a midi ring.

Offered in 100% recycled solid 925 sterling silver finished with a dusty surface texture or polished to a high lustre.

Also offered in 100% recycled solid 9ct gold,

A gently graduated form, measuring approximately 2.5mm at the widest point.

Simply beautiful worn alone or along with its big sister, Lyra ring II.

Made using the ancient art of lost wax casting, every piece of the Lyra family will take on subtle marks during the casting, unique to the wearer.

Please allow up to 3 weeks for Lyra Ring I to be created in silver before dispatch.

Every piece of Ara adornment is accompanied by a European hemp pocket, designed in-house & ethically made here in the UK with minimal waste. and naturally hand dyed by Lauren.

The Lyra family is worn by harpist Elinor Nicholson

Responsibly styled with European linen & DOHM ceramics

Art direction & photography by Lauren King