Navajo Indian Traditional Silver Concho Belt 1587-CN
Navajo Indian Traditional Silver Concho Belt.
Concho belts are one of the most striking accessory of Indian jewelry. Great details of a traditional Navajo style concho belt. Hand stamped with bump outs and Southwest designs. Six, 3" by 2-1/2" concho's plus seven, 2-1/4" by 1-1/4" Butterflies and the buckle is 3-1/4" by 2-1/2". Hand made in our shop. This concho belt will never tarnish because it is made of nickel silver for an inexpensive Santa Fe look. The leather is 1" wide and it can be cut to fit. Let us size this one for you.
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. The variety of sizes, materials and quality of silversmithing and lapidary masterpieces, with every piece being hand wrought and crafted.
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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