Native American Traditional Eagle Sterling Silver Gold Southwestern Trophy Belt Buckle by Verna.

This Belt Buckle is an impressive piece. This buckle features hand engraved fine line old western designs in jeweler's gold. Plus, this Sterling Silver buckle features a hand cut, overlaid image of an eagle in Sterling Silver at the center with jeweler's Gold traditional decorations. There is also a hand-twisted Sterling Silver wire as a border. This Trophy Buckle was made in our shop by Navajo silversmith Verna Blackgoat. This buckle is 2-7/8" wide and 3-1/2" long with a 1-1/4" wide keeper on the back. Stamped Sterling and signed by the artist.

To Native Americans, the eagle embodied not only ferocity but also purity, for it flew high in the atmosphere, where the air was clearest - and where, in the belief of many Indians, the Great Spirit resided. Those who wished to ask something of the Great Spirit sometimes sent their message by way of the eagle spirit. Some believe birds to be symbols of the soul, as well as intermediaries to the gods. Seeking their cooperation, Native Americans have plied bird spirits with offerings and performed dances to honor and beseech them. Pleas are sent skyward in the smoke of burning tobacco. Feathers are often considered the most potent part of the bird and are passed down as cherished symbols of the power bestowed by those creatures that soar in the lofty realms where many of the gods dwell.

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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