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What are conchos for?
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Conchos are decorated metal disks with two slits that allow a horse’s saddle strings to slide through. They are used to secure the saddle’s skirts to the saddle. In fashion, conchos are found on belts, boots and chaps. You can shop a collection of conchos from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Calvin Maloney Navajo Concho Belt, Sterling Silver Native American
Located in Greensboro, NC
This Navajo belt would make a wonderful addition to a collection of First Nations art. Crafted by Calvin Maloney in sterling silver, the belt features ten matching conchas threaded o...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown More Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Native American Navajo Sterling Silver & Blue Turquoise Concho Belt 1950
By Navajo
Located in Portland, OR
The traditional Concho belt is often credited to the Navajo and Zuni tribes, people indigenous to the Southwestern United States.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Native American Native American Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th century Navajo Sterling Silver, Turquoise, and Leather Concho Belt
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-20th century Navajo Concho belt - sterling silver turqoise & leather.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Native American Objects
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Navajo Native Indian Leather Silver Turquoise Concho Belt
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Navajo Native Indian Leather Silver Turquoise Concho Belt
Adjustable length 34.5" - 38"
The leather shows wear consistent with age and use.
Category
Late 20th Century Belts
Navajo Coin Silver Concho Belt
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo coin silver concho belt. Total of twelve alternating butterfly and oval conchos with matching rectangular buckle.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Vanity Items
Materials
Silver
Navajo Stylized Silver Concho Belt
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo stylized silver concho belt. Seventeen oval conchos with matching larger buckle.
Category
Late 20th Century American Native American Vanity Items
Materials
Silver


