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Tuning forks
I have some very nice G392 tuning forks, which sound one octave above na comhluighe (sisters) g. These are John Walker brand, made in England. Use this fork to set the pitch of na comhluighe (sisters) g and then follow the traditional tuning sequence, to end up with your harp much better in tune, more resonant and sweeter sounding… and you will never go back to an electronic machine. £25
Antique brooches
I am trying to keep in stock a selection. At present we can offer two types:
Fanciful design, set with Connemara marble. Un-hallmarked silver colour metal, incised designs. Hinged pin with old-fashioned hook clasp on back. I think these date from the late 19th or early 20th century. £50
Enamelled, plated bronze, depicting the Trinity college harp. 2cm long. Hinged pin and old-fashioned hook clasp on back. I think these date from the 1940s or 50s. Some have discreet lettering “Harp Lager”; some have no lettering. £12 lettered / £16 unlettered.
Please enquire for the colours and designs currently available.
Antique Irish silver coins
Various dates between 1928 and 1950. 75% pure silver, with the harp design on the front and an animal on the back.
Shilling (1s), bull, £7
Florin (2s), salmon, £14
Halfcrown (2/6), horse, £17.50
Please enquire for coins currently available.
Music pen
Old-fashioned dip pen with five nibs, for drawing a music staff or stave onto plain paper. The “Brause” metal nib is separate, and fits into the wooden penholder (handle). Very useful for adding small amounts of music notation to a notebook or sheet of paper. Must be used with a bottle of ink. £8
3D goggles
3D anaglyph images are a great way to see the subtle shapes and structures of the old harps. To view my anaglyph images, you’ll need a pair of red/cyan goggles. £1