Navajo Indian Silver and Gold Concho Belt.

The strong, classic look of the southwest expressed on a masterfully crafted concho belt. The nickel Silver buckle and each of the thirteen nickel Silver conchos hold hand cut, centerpieces of Jeweler's Gold (a.k.a. Red Brass). Made in our shop, the conchos have been die struck and hand stamped with traditional southwestern designs. The buckle is 2-1/2" by 3". The thirteen conchos are 1-1/2" by 2". The leather belt can be cut to fit, just send us your belt size.

Concha belts are one of the most striking articles of 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 concha's, 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 concha's on belts and finally elaborate buckles replaced the leather thongs and simple buckles. The use of turquoise and other adornment on concha's date from the 1920's

Please measure your waist and allow us to know your exact waist size in the 'comment box' as you check out so we can make sure that this concho belt is perfect for you. If you do not give us your size specifications the leather belt will come to you unpunched.

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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