Foothills, California Vintage Leather Belt and Diné [Navajo] Coin Silver Belt Buckle, ca. 1920-1930
hand cut and forged, scalloped edge with hand stamped design with repousse work. Rare triangle cut natural turquoise stones.

188 grams
6.6 oz
Buckle: 3 5/8 x 3 1/16 in. (9.21 x 7.78 cm.), Belt: 38 in. (96.52 cm.)

Buckle with minor wear to the edges of the silver, some wear to the raised details at the corners. The cabochons with cracks, two with chips at corners. The silver with an attractive patina.

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