Practical｜ Fashion Accessories ｜Belt, A Vintage, Buckle, Inlay, Horse Profiles, Turquoise, Simplicio Hallmark, Vintage '50s, 579

No Horsing Around - This Buckle is the Real Deal!
Double D Ranch is pleased to offer this beautiful vintage belt by renowned Zuni artisan Isabel Simplicio. The unique statement buckle is a sterling silver shield with carved applique and stampwork, adorned with four polished turquoise cabochons and, the real focal point is the horse in profile crafted from black onyx and mother of pearl. The strap is a tooled leather with ethnographic use that adds an element of character as if it’s a handed down heirloom. Whether you’re a rodeo queen or a casual cowgirl, this belt is a fabulous vintage find. 
 Isabel Simplicio (1928 - ?; Zuni). Mosaic inlay; nuget work. Wife of Chauncey Simplicio.
Marks: Isabel Simplicio (script); I S ZUNI

artist: Isabel Simplicio (d)
affiliation: Zuni
hallmarks: (engraver's pen) I S, Zuni

materials: sterling silver, turquoise, onyx, mother of pearl, vintage leather strap

measurements: buckle: 3" x 2", strap: 32"
weight: buckle only: 44 grams
nice vintage condition
stones are secure in their settings
abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
silver has a nice patina 
wear from use
style: Belt-579

in stock

All returns on jewelry are subject to exchange or store credit 
 
Brand:Double D RanchSKU:BELT-579TurquoiseN/STags:belt, Belt-579, belts, horse profile, inlay, mother of pearl, onyx, S1A-26, Simplicio, sterling silver, turquoise, vintage, vintage leather strapColor:TurquoiseSize:N/S