Belt, A Vintage, Concho, Navajo, Hallmark, Vintage, 185
YOU CAN’T GO WRONG WITH A CLASSIC CONCHO.
This stunning statement piece by award-winning Navajo artisan Tommie Charlie is a master class in concho craftsmanship. The traditional vintage leather strap is adorned with 10 large, bold scalloped-edge conchos with incredible stampwork details. The uniformity is impressive to the point of mesmerizing. This is a timeless collector, for sure.
Tommie Charlie (1952 – : Navajo). Active since 1970s. Traditional and modern jewelry; stamp work; overlay; silver, gold. Award winner.
Mark: T C
- artist:Â Tommie Charlie
- affiliation: Navajo
- hallmarks:Â TC Sterling
- materials: sterling silver, base metal fittings, leather strap
- dimensions: 2 1/2″ x 2 1/4″
- 10 conchos
- weight:Â 424 grams
- strap: 39″
- nice vintage condition
- silver has a nice patina
- wear from ethnographic use
- style: Belt-185