Mandolin

Mandolins were small pear-shaped string instruments.

Description
When played as accompanying instruments, mandolins provided a delicate fluttering sound. They were also performed as solo instruments.

Mandolins produced in Calimshan were available for purchase through Aurora's Whole Realms Catalogue.

Notable mandolins

 * Canaith mandolin : One of the seven Instruments of the Bards. Magical mandolins that had healing powers and provided protection from lightning, among other magical powers.

Individuals

 * Adagio Jones, a member of the bardic group Adagio Jones and The Goodwinds, had a mandolin that he played for ballads and songs that involved the group's string ensemble.