Navajo Sterling and Coral Concho Belt
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Navajo Sterling and Coral Concho Belt
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- Dimensions:Width: 2 in (50.8 mm)Length: 38.25 in (971.55 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Coeur d Alene, ID
- Reference Number:Seller: R3771stDibs: LU1357111017332
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