Hand Made Traditional Navajo Indian Very Heavy Silver Link Concho Belt 42" long Adjustable 0392-CN
Hand Made Traditional Navajo Indian Very Heavy Silver Link Concho Belt 42" long Adjustable.
This is the perfect compliment to any outfit, a great accessory to complete that southwest look. A Navajo made, nickel silver concho belt, this is the classic look of the southwest. The shimmer and shine of the polished conchos, it doesn't get any better than that. Joey hand cut each of these concho's from very heavy gauge nickel silver for a high shine that won't tarnish. The traditional designs are hand stamped and each of the links are hand made. Made in our shop. Total length of the belt is 42-1/4" (adjustable) and each concho is 2-1/4" by 1-1/2". Stamped hand made and signed by the artist.
Concho belts are one of the most striking articles of Native American Indian Jewelry. The medallions or plates of silver vary in number according to size. The older type had holes in the center, separated by a bar, through which was passed the strap forming the belt. The first belts were made only of conchas, with leather thongs used for fastening. Later a silver harness buckle was used, then slides of soft copper were used to attach and slide the concho's on leather belts. Later, elaborate buckles with Turquoise or traditional designs replaced the leather thongs and simple buckles. The use of turquoise and other adornment on concho's dates back to the early 1920's.
We understand the true value and nature of hand crafted Indian art. And, we recognize it's important to know that the artist is truly a member of a Native American tribe. So, to ensure you that this is the real deal, a Certificate of Authenticity has been included with this item.
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