Belt, A Vintage, Concho, Sterling Silver, 2nd Phase Revival, Hallmark, Vintage, 1015

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Who doesn’t love a classy concho belt? This 2nd-phase revival belt, crafted by Tom Charlie, starts with a simple leather strap that serves as the perfect canvas for all its conchos. The classic sterling silver scalloped conchos have stamped pattern work with a smooth center. The repousse double mustache buckle features beautiful stampwork that pairs perfectly with its concho counterparts. Imagine all of the gorgeous outfits you can pair this one with!

Navajo silversmith Terry Charlie was born 1966 in Tuba City, Arizona on the Navajo Reservation. He has been a silversmith since 1988. He learned the art from his grandfather, Juan Platero from Canoncito, New Mexico. Terry is known for his traditional old-style silverwork and is a master of repousse silver.

Tom Charlie (Navajo). Retro style; concho belt.

Mark: T Charlie (elaborate script)

• artist: Tom Charlie
• affiliation: Navajo
• hallmarks: T. Charlie Sterling (on applied plate)
  
• materials: sterling silver, leather strap
  
• dimensions: 40", buckle is 3" x 2 1/2", 10 conchos @ 2 3/4" x 2 1/2"
• weight: 446 grams
  
• vintage condition
  
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina with light oxidation
• wear from use
  
• style number: Belt-1015