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Vintage African Beaded Tie Waist Belt in Turquoise Seed Beads Cowries Sea Shell
Vintage African Beaded Tie Waist Belt in Turquoise Seed Beads Cowries Sea Shell

Vintage African Beaded Tie Waist Belt in Turquoise Seed Beads Cowries Sea Shell

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage African Waist Belt Decorated with Cowries Sea Shells Handcrafted Boho style beaded tie belt in Turquoise color seeds, shells and beads.

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Mid-20th Century African Vintage Shell Belt

Bold Hand-Woven Multi-Shell Wrap Belt
Bold Hand-Woven Multi-Shell Wrap Belt

Bold Hand-Woven Multi-Shell Wrap Belt

Located in New York, NY

This wonderful Hand-woven silk cord belt has assorted natural shells and natural corals of multiple shades and colors.

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1970s American Vintage Shell Belt

Rhythms of Color: Mounted Beaded Belt with Geometric Motifs and Cowrie Shells
Rhythms of Color: Mounted Beaded Belt with Geometric Motifs and Cowrie Shells

Rhythms of Color: Mounted Beaded Belt with Geometric Motifs and Cowrie Shells

Located in New York, NY

A vibrant, handwoven beaded belt—traditionally known as a cache-sex—crafted from multicolored glass beads arranged in a dynamic diamond motif of red, green, blue, orange, and white.

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20th Century Tribal Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Shell

Yves Saint Laurent Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite Belt
Yves Saint Laurent Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite Belt

Yves Saint Laurent Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite Belt

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Sharon, CT

Offering a Yves Saint Laurent vintage brass links connecting lucite rings, size adjustable. YSL engraved metal logo tag. France 1970's. Total length 37", each rings diameter 1 3/8"...

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1970s French Modernist Vintage Shell Belt

1970s Brass & Abalone Shell WHALE Belt Buckle - Hand Crafted in Mexico -
1970s Brass & Abalone Shell WHALE Belt Buckle - Hand Crafted in Mexico -

1970s Brass & Abalone Shell WHALE Belt Buckle - Hand Crafted in Mexico -

By Los Castillo

Located in St. Louis, MO

Vintage Unisex 1970s artisan hand-crafted Mexican brass WHALE belt buckle with inlaid abalone shell. Marked made in Mexico.

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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Brass

Native American Belt Attributed to the Shinnecock People
Native American Belt Attributed to the Shinnecock People

Native American Belt Attributed to the Shinnecock People

Located in Miami, FL

A stunning hand-crafted belt featuring a beautiful turquoise stone. This very decorative native belt attributed to the Shinnecock People of the United States of America would look wo...

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20th Century American Tribal Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Shell, Fabric

Navajo Coin Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Coin Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Coin Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Great for wearing with dresses or skirts, or over jeans and a blouse. Size: 53" belt, Conchos 3" x 3", bowties 3" x 1", belt strip 1" The word “concho” sometimes spelled “concha”, c...

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Mid-20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Silver

Navajo Sterling Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Sterling Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

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20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Navajo Stylized Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Stylized Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Stylized Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Size: Total belt length 55"; buckle 2 3/8" x 2 7/8"; conchos 2 1/4" x 1 3/4" The word “concho” sometimes spelled “concha”, comes from the Spanish word meaning shell.

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Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Silver

Turquoise and Sterling Concho Belt
Turquoise and Sterling Concho Belt

Turquoise and Sterling Concho Belt

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

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Late 20th Century American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Needlepoint Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Needlepoint Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Needlepoint Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

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1950s American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Size: Total belt length 43 3/4"; buckle 2 3/8" x 2 7/8" The word “concho” sometimes spelled “concha”, comes from the Spanish word meaning shell.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Size: Belt 48"L x 3/4"W; conchos approx. 1 1/2" x 1" The word “concho” sometimes spelled “concha”, comes from the Spanish word meaning shell.

Category

20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Sterling Silver and Coral Concho Belt
Navajo Sterling Silver and Coral Concho Belt

Navajo Sterling Silver and Coral Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Size: Conchos 2" x 1 1/2"; Belt 51" The word “concho” sometimes spelled “concha”, comes from the Spanish word meaning shell.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Sterling Silver, Coral and Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Sterling Silver, Coral and Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Sterling Silver, Coral and Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Sandcast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Sandcast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Sandcast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Sandcast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Sandcast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Sandcast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

May be narrow enough to thread through large belt loops. Size: Total belt length 53"; buckle 1 7/8" x 3"; conchos 1 7/8" x 1 1/2" The word “concho” sometimes spelled “concha”, comes...

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Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Sandcast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Sandcast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Sandcast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Walrus Ivory and Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Walrus Ivory and Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Walrus Ivory and Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

1950s American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Sand Cast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Sand Cast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Sand Cast Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Kingman Mine Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Kingman Mine Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Kingman Mine Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Great for wearing with dresses, skirts, or over pants, too large to fit through belt loops. Size: Total belt length 49"; conchos 2" x 2 1/2" The word “concho” sometimes spelled “con...

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Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Sterling Silver Link Concho Belt
Navajo Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Sterling Silver Link Concho Belt

Navajo Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Sterling Silver Link Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Mod 1970's Space Age Dome Pendant with Smoked Plexi Shade
Mid-Century Mod 1970's Space Age Dome Pendant with Smoked Plexi Shade

Mid-Century Mod 1970's Space Age Dome Pendant with Smoked Plexi Shade

By Stilnovo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Amazing height adjustable MOD 1970's dome pendant with a smoked plexiglass shell with brushed aluminum belt and metal handle.

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Aluminum

1950s Unique Raffia Knit and Crochet Dress and Matching Cape
1950s Unique Raffia Knit and Crochet Dress and Matching Cape

1950s Unique Raffia Knit and Crochet Dress and Matching Cape

Located in Port Hope, ON

This is a beautifully made rasberry pink dress with a high collar; full lenght shell; scalloped hem, and braided belt.

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1960s Unknown Vintage Shell Belt

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90s Black Alaia Wide Black  Shell Embellished Belt
90s Black Alaia Wide Black  Shell Embellished Belt

90s Black Alaia Wide Black Shell Embellished Belt

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Back buckled wide belt with cowrie shells interspersed between stitched piping circa 1990s.

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1990s French Vintage Shell Belt

Konyak Naga Ceremonial Belt
Konyak Naga Ceremonial Belt

Konyak Naga Ceremonial Belt

Unavailable

L 30 in

Konyak Naga Ceremonial Belt

Located in Litchfield County, CT

Konyak Naga natural fiber, bone, shell, and glass bead belt. Used by women during ceremonies.

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1940s Vintage Shell Belt

Philippine Shell Hip Belt with Wood Dagger Sheath
Philippine Shell Hip Belt with Wood Dagger Sheath

Philippine Shell Hip Belt with Wood Dagger Sheath

Unavailable

H 21.75 in W 13.75 in D 5 in

Philippine Shell Hip Belt with Wood Dagger Sheath

Located in Seattle, WA

Philippine hip belt with wood knife sheath, the belt made of 36 small and one large cowry shell and with a large polished scallop shell, the knuckle of which has been carved to resem...

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20th Century Philippine Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Wood, Rattan

1970s Grecian Style Dress
1970s Grecian Style Dress

1970s Grecian Style Dress

Unavailable

Size: 2/4

1970s Grecian Style Dress

Located in New York, NY

This dress features a rope style belt with a shell centerpiece. This pieces is right on trend and perfect for spring/summer 16'.

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1970s Unknown Vintage Shell Belt

ROPE AND SHELL BELT
ROPE AND SHELL BELT

ROPE AND SHELL BELT

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H 5 in W 36 in Dm 28 in

ROPE AND SHELL BELT

Located in Alford, MA

Strands of white cord and an eye-catching shell create this unusual belt, sure to make even the simplest outfit an attention grabber.

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1980s Vintage Shell Belt

Yves Saint Laurent Black Cotton Shell Belt
Yves Saint Laurent Black Cotton Shell Belt

Yves Saint Laurent Black Cotton Shell Belt

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Black cotton belt with golden metal shell buckles enameled with black.

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1960s French Vintage Shell Belt

Yves Saint Laurent "Shells" Belt in Navy Blue
Yves Saint Laurent "Shells" Belt in Navy Blue

Yves Saint Laurent "Shells" Belt in Navy Blue

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - Belt in navy blue trimmings, charms in gold-plated metal and shells.

Category

1970s Vintage Shell Belt

Naga Warrior's Dao with Cowrie Shell Belt Holder
Naga Warrior's Dao with Cowrie Shell Belt Holder

Naga Warrior's Dao with Cowrie Shell Belt Holder

Located in Chicago, IL

This dao--a hatchet-like implement with a round wooden handle and a flat metal blade at one end--is an all-purpose tool used both for farming and fighting. It has a belt holder with ...

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20th Century Indian Tribal Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Metal

Pal Kepenyes Bronze Abalone Shell Belt Buckle on Hand Tooled Vintage Belt Strap
Pal Kepenyes Bronze Abalone Shell Belt Buckle on Hand Tooled Vintage Belt Strap

Pal Kepenyes Bronze Abalone Shell Belt Buckle on Hand Tooled Vintage Belt Strap

By Pal Kepenyes

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Handmade unisex vintage bronze belt buckle by Pal Kepenyes of Acapulco, Mexico. Buckle measures 3" by 3.5" and is attached to its original 39" by 1 5/8" hand tooled belt. In very ...

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1970s Mexican Artisan Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Bronze

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Shell Textured Metal Belt
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Shell Textured Metal Belt

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Shell Textured Metal Belt

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Shell Textured Metal Belt Measurements: Height: 2.16 inches (5.5 cm) Wearable Length: 28.15 inches, 28.74 inches and 29.33 inches (71.5 cm, 73 cm to 7...

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20th Century French Vintage Shell Belt

1970's Judith Leiber Ostrich Belt with Shell Buckle
1970's Judith Leiber Ostrich Belt with Shell Buckle

1970's Judith Leiber Ostrich Belt with Shell Buckle

By Judith Leiber

Located in Toronto, Ontario

The buckle features five rounded shell like sections graduating in size with a hidden clasp beneath.

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1970s American Vintage Shell Belt

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe leather belt with shells
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe leather belt with shells

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe leather belt with shells

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare taupe leather belt with seashells from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Labeled a french size 70, which best fits a US 2 to 6. Made in France. Excellent condition.

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20th Century French Vintage Shell Belt

Vintage Iconic CHANEL Logo Lucky Charm Lucite Tortoise Shell Necklace Belt
Vintage Iconic CHANEL Logo Lucky Charm Lucite Tortoise Shell Necklace Belt

Vintage Iconic CHANEL Logo Lucky Charm Lucite Tortoise Shell Necklace Belt

By Chanel

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Measurements: Height: 1 1/8 inches (2.85 cm) Length: 29 4/8 inches (74.93 cm) Could be use as a belt or a necklace. Features: - 100% Authentic CHANEL. - Iconic Chanel logo lucky ch...

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20th Century French Vintage Shell Belt

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Medallion Swirl Oval Shell Link Belt Long Necklace
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Medallion Swirl Oval Shell Link Belt Long Necklace

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Medallion Swirl Oval Shell Link Belt Long Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Wokingham, England

Yves Saint Laurent Robert Goossens for YSL Rive Gauche Vintage Arty Large Swirl Oval Shell Medallion Charms Pendant Link Chunky Belt Long Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition.

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1980s French Vintage Shell Belt

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Swirl Oval Shell Medallion Link Belt Long Necklace
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Swirl Oval Shell Medallion Link Belt Long Necklace

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Swirl Oval Shell Medallion Link Belt Long Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Wokingham, England

Yves Saint Laurent Robert Goossens for YSL Rive Gauche Vintage Arty Large Swirl Oval Shell Medallion Charms Pendant Link Chunky Belt Long Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition.

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1980s French Vintage Shell Belt

Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent by Robert Goossens Flower Charm Necklace Belt
Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent by Robert Goossens Flower Charm Necklace Belt

Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent by Robert Goossens Flower Charm Necklace Belt

By Yves Saint Laurent, Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent by Robert Goossens Shell Flower Wooden Charm Necklace Belt Measurements: Height: 3.75 inches (9.6 cm) Charms: 1.6 inches (4 cm) Length: 39.37 inches (...

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1980s French Vintage Shell Belt

rare CHANEL Vintage gold CC clover heart brown amber tortoise lucite chain belt
rare CHANEL Vintage gold CC clover heart brown amber tortoise lucite chain belt

rare CHANEL Vintage gold CC clover heart brown amber tortoise lucite chain belt

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare CHANEL Vintage gold CC clover heart brown amber tortoise lucite chain belt Reference: TGAS/D00786 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Circa 1990's Material: Acryl...

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1990s French Vintage Shell Belt

rare CHANEL Vintage gold CC clover heart brown amber tortoise lucite chain belt
rare CHANEL Vintage gold CC clover heart brown amber tortoise lucite chain belt

rare CHANEL Vintage gold CC clover heart brown amber tortoise lucite chain belt

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare CHANEL Vintage gold CC clover heart brown amber tortoise lucite chain belt Reference: TGAS/D00786 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Circa 1990's Material: Acryl...

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1990s French Vintage Shell Belt

rare CHANEL 1990's Vintage gold CC clover heart amber tortoise lucite chain belt
rare CHANEL 1990's Vintage gold CC clover heart amber tortoise lucite chain belt

rare CHANEL 1990's Vintage gold CC clover heart amber tortoise lucite chain belt

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare CHANEL 1990's Vintage gold CC clover heart brown amber tortoise lucite chain belt Reference: TGAS/D00786 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Circa 1990's Material...

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1990s French Vintage Shell Belt

1970's Hermes Blue Cashmere "Rocaille" Shell Print Day Dress W/Belt
1970's Hermes Blue Cashmere "Rocaille" Shell Print Day Dress W/Belt

1970's Hermes Blue Cashmere "Rocaille" Shell Print Day Dress W/Belt

By Hermès

Located in Studio City, CA

1970's Hermes blue cashmere long sleeved dress with "Rocaille" shell print and matching belt. In excellent condition.

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1970s French Vintage Shell Belt

Double-breasted Faux-Sherling coat with belt BALMAIN
Double-breasted Faux-Sherling coat with belt BALMAIN

Double-breasted Faux-Sherling coat with belt BALMAIN

By Balmain

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Double-breasted Faux-Sherling coat with belt. Shell fabric composition: 100% polyester suede .

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1980s Unknown Vintage Shell Belt

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Khaki Ensemble with Lizard Belt, 1980s
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Khaki Ensemble with Lizard Belt, 1980s

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Khaki Ensemble with Lizard Belt, 1980s

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Inspired by their safari collection, this couture outfit features a fitted waist with a wide lizard belt. Tortoise shell buttons. Skirt with two side pockets.

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20th Century Vintage Shell Belt

Iconic 1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Tan Safari Coat Dress w/Circle Belt
Iconic 1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Tan Safari Coat Dress w/Circle Belt

Iconic 1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Tan Safari Coat Dress w/Circle Belt

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Studio City, CA

1970's Iconic Yves Saint Laurent safari coat/dress with oversized button closures, 3/4 sleeves, gathered waist and oversized frontal pockets. Comes with tortoise shell circle belt. I...

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1970s French Vintage Shell Belt

Italian Brass & Glass Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamps, Set of 3
Italian Brass & Glass Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamps, Set of 3

Italian Brass & Glass Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamps, Set of 3

By Stilnovo

Located in Varese, Lombardia

The lamps are made from a painted metal body, a moulded glass shell and an adjustable brass belt. The lamps provide 2 light bulbs.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Mary McFadden golden sea shell belt buckle
Mary McFadden golden sea shell belt buckle

Mary McFadden golden sea shell belt buckle

By Mary McFadden, Mary Mc Fadden

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mary McFadden golden sea shell belt buckle...Marked hand made, this beautiful buckle was made to work with her long cord belts, it also works with scarves (long oblongs of fine silk)...

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1980s American Vintage Shell Belt

Turquoise Cabochon Shell Belt
Turquoise Cabochon Shell Belt

Turquoise Cabochon Shell Belt

Located in New York, NY

Gilded mesh belt with large scallop shell buckle set with graduated turquoise glass cabochons.

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1960s French Vintage Shell Belt

Large 1972 Mimi di N Gold Scallop Shell Belt Buckles
Large 1972 Mimi di N Gold Scallop Shell Belt Buckles

Large 1972 Mimi di N Gold Scallop Shell Belt Buckles

By Mimi di N

Located in Atlanta, GA

This set of golden scallop shell buckles measure 2.75" tall and 5" wide when hooked together and are designed for 2" wide strips.

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1970s American Vintage Shell Belt

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Tortoise Shell 70s YSL Belt or Necklace
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Tortoise Shell 70s YSL Belt or Necklace

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Tortoise Shell 70s YSL Belt or Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing early 1970s YVES SAINT LAURENT faux tortoise shell belt or necklace! Square links mixed with circle links.

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1970s French Vintage Shell Belt

Mother of Pearl Sea Shell Braided Cord Belt, 1960s
Mother of Pearl Sea Shell Braided Cord Belt, 1960s

Mother of Pearl Sea Shell Braided Cord Belt, 1960s

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This belt, presumably from the 1950s or 1960s, is made from an abalone shell that radiates a mother of pearl quality into pale neutral tones.

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1970s Vintage Shell Belt

Vintage African Waist Belt Decorated with Cowries Sea Shells
Vintage African Waist Belt Decorated with Cowries Sea Shells

Vintage African Waist Belt Decorated with Cowries Sea Shells

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

This belt has cowrie shells on a black fabric background.

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Mid-20th Century Central African Vintage Shell Belt

C.1980 Alexis Kirk Nautilus Shell Gold Tone Buckle With Belt
C.1980 Alexis Kirk Nautilus Shell Gold Tone Buckle With Belt

C.1980 Alexis Kirk Nautilus Shell Gold Tone Buckle With Belt

By Alexis Kirk

Located in Atlanta, GA

Make a statement with this beautiful gold tone nautilus shell belt buckle by Alexis Kirk. Kirk's inspiring designs often incorporate sculptural qualities and were always fabricated ...

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1980s American Vintage Shell Belt

1990 AZZEDINE ALAIA black leather runway belt with cowrie shells
1990 AZZEDINE ALAIA black leather runway belt with cowrie shells

1990 AZZEDINE ALAIA black leather runway belt with cowrie shells

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare black leather belt with cowrie seashells and silver hardware from Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1990 exactly as seen on the runway. Labeled a french size 70, which bes...

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1990s French Vintage Shell Belt

1990 AZZEDINE ALAIA olive green leather RUNWAY belt with cowrie shells
1990 AZZEDINE ALAIA olive green leather RUNWAY belt with cowrie shells

1990 AZZEDINE ALAIA olive green leather RUNWAY belt with cowrie shells

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare, olive-green leather belt with cowrie seashells and brass hardware from Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1990 exactly as seen on the runway. Labeled a french size 70, whi...

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1990s French Vintage Shell Belt

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Tortoise Shell + Gold Chain Belt / Necklace 70s
1970s Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Tortoise Shell + Gold Chain Belt / Necklace 70s

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Tortoise Shell + Gold Chain Belt / Necklace 70s

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Outstanding and rare vintage 1970s YVES SAINT LAURENT tortoise and gold chain link belt OR necklace! Features tortoise loops, with gold links. Large oversized tortoise pendant, with ...

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1970s French Vintage Shell Belt

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gold Medallion Oval Shell Link Chunky Belt Long Necklace
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gold Medallion Oval Shell Link Chunky Belt Long Necklace

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gold Medallion Oval Shell Link Chunky Belt Long Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Wokingham, England

Yves Saint Laurent Robert Goossens for YSL Rive Gauche Vintage Arty Large Swirl Oval Shell Medallion Charms Pendant Link Chunky Belt Long Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition.

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1980s French Vintage Shell Belt

Navajo Coral Concho Belt
Navajo Coral Concho Belt

Navajo Coral Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Navajo sterling concho belt with coral nuggets, beads and rope surround. 11 conchos 2 1/2" with larger buckle 3" x 2 1/2" on black leather belt.

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1950s American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

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1950s American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt
Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Concho Belt

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

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Late 20th Century American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Sterling Silver Coral and Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Sterling Silver Coral and Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Sterling Silver Coral and Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s.

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Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Italian Brass and Glass Round Wall or Ceiling Lamps, Set of Three
Mid-Century Italian Brass and Glass Round Wall or Ceiling Lamps, Set of Three

Mid-Century Italian Brass and Glass Round Wall or Ceiling Lamps, Set of Three

By Arteluce, Stilnovo

Located in Varese, Lombardia

The lamps are made from a painted metal body, a moulded glass shell and an adjustable brass belt. Each item provides two light bulbs.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Brass, Sheet Metal

Midcentury Italian Brass and Glass Round Wall or Ceiling Lamp
Midcentury Italian Brass and Glass Round Wall or Ceiling Lamp

Midcentury Italian Brass and Glass Round Wall or Ceiling Lamp

By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo

Located in Varese, Lombardia

The lamps are made from a painted metal body, a moulded glass shell and an adjustable brass belt. It provides two light bulbs and remains in a very good vintage condition: the lamp h...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Brass, Sheet Metal

20th Century Modesty Tribal Skirt Gnau Culture Papua New Guinea Cache Sexe
20th Century Modesty Tribal Skirt Gnau Culture Papua New Guinea Cache Sexe

20th Century Modesty Tribal Skirt Gnau Culture Papua New Guinea Cache Sexe

Located in Point Richmond, CA

They are worn under a belt of decorative shells. This example has two layers, woven to provide a double curtain of modesty.

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20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Mercier Frères Décoration, Flat Desk of Louis XV Style, circa 1900
Mercier Frères Décoration, Flat Desk of Louis XV Style, circa 1900

Mercier Frères Décoration, Flat Desk of Louis XV Style, circa 1900

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Ornamentations adorned with shells and acanthus leaves. The belt features crackle lacquer panels decorated with astrolabes, stars and foliage.

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1950s French Louis XV Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Leather, Wood

Hermes Saffron Cashmere Jacket with Shell Belt
Hermes Saffron Cashmere Jacket with Shell Belt

Hermes Saffron Cashmere Jacket with Shell Belt

By Hermès

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Hermes Saffron Cashmere Jacket with Shell Belt Bust 40" Sleeve 23" Length 34"

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1980s French Vintage Shell Belt

EMANUEL UNGARO Long Sleeved Silk Floral Dress
EMANUEL UNGARO Long Sleeved Silk Floral Dress

EMANUEL UNGARO Long Sleeved Silk Floral Dress

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The pattern has a very faint marine life print with octopus' and shells hidden beneath the flowers! Belt it, or wear it loose.

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1980s French Vintage Shell Belt

Pauline Trigere Black Cocktail Dress with Waterfall Outerdress
Pauline Trigere Black Cocktail Dress with Waterfall Outerdress

Pauline Trigere Black Cocktail Dress with Waterfall Outerdress

By Pauline Trigère

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black silk taffeta cocktail dress with outer shell, that belts...but the back is a waterfall cascade down the back, with a bubble at skirt.

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1960s American Vintage Shell Belt

Rare Chambered Nautilus Tiger Shell Vintage Belt
Rare Chambered Nautilus Tiger Shell Vintage Belt

Rare Chambered Nautilus Tiger Shell Vintage Belt

Located in Portland, OR

This rare shell belt came from an estate of nothing but the finest designer pieces.

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1980s Unknown Vintage Shell Belt

Purple and White African Beaded Belt
Purple and White African Beaded Belt

Purple and White African Beaded Belt

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H 52 in W 2 in D 0.25 in

Purple and White African Beaded Belt

Located in Oakland Park, FL

Purple and white African beaded belt with cowrie shells and backed with red Ikat woven textile.

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1980s African Tribal Vintage Shell Belt

Materials

Shell, Beads

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Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Grace your waistline with this saree embroidery Bohemian fuchsia pink belt. This hot pink belt is designed to give a very stylish bohemian look for your outfit. Handcrafted maggam w...

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Late 20th Century Indian Vintage Shell Belt

Alexander McQueen White leather silver hardware belt
Alexander McQueen White leather silver hardware belt

Alexander McQueen White leather silver hardware belt

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Capri, IT

Alexander McQueen White leather silver hardware belt Made in Italy Measurements 6x 85cm

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21st Century and Contemporary Vintage Shell Belt

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Vintage Shell Belt For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary vintage shell belt you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, gray, beige and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage shell belt may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Geoffrey Beene, Yves Saint Laurent and André Courrèges — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Shell Belt?

The price for a vintage shell belt starts at $103 and tops out at $24,250, and on average, selling for $1,065.