This incredible vintage belt is 1940s-era Navajo creation crafted in Third Phase style featuring 7 classic scalloped conchos spaced with 7 butterfly conchos on a wide strap of beautiful brown leather with a caramel patina. Each of the round sterling silver conchos are several of the butterfly conchos are adorned with a cabochon of rare Blue Gem turquoise. The belt is finished with a complementing statement-sized buckle embellished with stampwork details and repousse accents, and adorned with four more stones of Blue Gem turquoise. A bold beauty with timeless style -- a true collector's piece.
affiliation: Navajo
materials: sterling silver, Blue Gem turquoise, leather strap
dimensions: fits 36:
strap width: 2 1/4"
buckle: 2 3/4" x 2 1/4"
7 conchos @ 2 7/8" x 2 1/8"
7 butterfly spacers @ 2" x 5/8"
vintage condition
stones are secure in their settings
six stones have hairline fractures
stone abrasions commensurate with age
2 butterfly spacers have been replaced
silver has a nice patina
wear from ethnographic use
style:BELT-251
in stock
All returns on jewelry are subject to exchange or store credit only
Belt, A Vintage, Concho, Blue Gem Turquoise, Old Pawn, circa 1940's, 251