Bolivian Leather Gaucho Belt w/ Silver Rastra & Coins
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**Originally Listed At $300**
South America, Bolivia / Argentina, ca. early 20th century CE. A handsome gaucho cowboy tirador belt comprised of broad leather strap with a large silver rastra (medallion), silver Bolivian coins, and nickel brass buckles. Gauchos often wore ornate belts known as tiradors, for holding the iconic facon knife and rebenque whip; the coins / silver medallion proclaimed and stored his wealth - coins might be added to or taken off to pay his way. The coins are worn but there are discernable years on three: 1891, 1917, and 1909. Size: 37" L (94 cm) Size: 37" L x 3" W (94 cm x 7.6 cm); silver quality: 73% to 93%
Provenance: ex-Arte Primitivo, New York, New York, USA; ex-Edward H. Merrin Gallery Inc., New York City, New York, USA, 1970s; ex-Veracruzana Inc. New York City, New York, USA, 1960s; ex-New York City, New York, USA collection
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#181295
South America, Bolivia / Argentina, ca. early 20th century CE. A handsome gaucho cowboy tirador belt comprised of broad leather strap with a large silver rastra (medallion), silver Bolivian coins, and nickel brass buckles. Gauchos often wore ornate belts known as tiradors, for holding the iconic facon knife and rebenque whip; the coins / silver medallion proclaimed and stored his wealth - coins might be added to or taken off to pay his way. The coins are worn but there are discernable years on three: 1891, 1917, and 1909. Size: 37" L (94 cm) Size: 37" L x 3" W (94 cm x 7.6 cm); silver quality: 73% to 93%
Provenance: ex-Arte Primitivo, New York, New York, USA; ex-Edward H. Merrin Gallery Inc., New York City, New York, USA, 1970s; ex-Veracruzana Inc. New York City, New York, USA, 1960s; ex-New York City, New York, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#181295
Condition
The leather belt is stiff, and the button holes are too stiff to unbutton the pockets or buckles. Surface wear and staining. Silver coins have rubbed faces, but year marks are visible on some. Patina and toning to silver and brass buckles.
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Bolivian Leather Gaucho Belt w/ Silver Rastra & Coins
Estimate $300 - $450
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