Special Value Offer: Diné (Navajo) Ingot Silver Buckle with Turquoise [R]

Special Value Offer: We have been authorized to reduce the price of this buckle by 20% from the previous price of $995 to a new price of $795.

The heavy silver content of this belt buckle is an indication that it was probably made in the early 20^th century from Ingot silver.  The edges of the Navajo made buckle were sculpted in curves with stamping along its edges.  The southwest Indian jewelry buckle is domed, rather than flat, a technique that greatly improves its appearance. The whole surface is profusely stamped with a variety of traditional designs.  There are eight round and oblong turquoise stones, ranging from blue to green, mounted in silver bezels.  The use of a variety of turquoise colors is an indication of an older item.  This is an extraordinary buckle with a long history to its existence.

Condition: very good condition

Provenance: from the collection of a gentleman from Georgia