What is a belt buckle?

A belt buckle is a fastener that holds two ends of a belt in place. Manufacturers produce buckles out of a variety of materials, including nylon, plastic and metals such as sterling silver, brass, zinc alloy and pewter. In addition to serving a functional purpose, buckles also enhance the visual appeal of belts. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of belts from some of the world's top boutiques.

What are Gucci belt buckles made of?

What a Gucci belt buckle is made of varies from piece to piece. Often, the gold-toned buckles are brass. For silver-toned buckles, Gucci typically uses a base metal plated with palladium to create the iconic interlocking G logo buckle. Find a diverse assortment of Gucci belts from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Can I polish Gucci belt buckles?

Yes, to polish your Gucci belt buckle, wipe the metal buckle down with a dry cloth and vinegar to dissolve the tarnish. Apply a small amount of metal polish to a cotton cloth, and rub for three to five minutes. Find Gucci belts and other accessories from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a Gucci belt buckle is real?

To tell if a Gucci belt buckle is real, look at how it attaches to the belt. An authentic Gucci buckle will always be permanently attached to the belt, while on some replicas, the buckle can be removed. The screw at the attachment point is also a clue. On authentic belts, the screw will have the same finish as the buckle, and it will be located just above the embossed label and serial number. Shop a variety of Gucci belts on 1stDibs.

Are Montana Silversmiths belt buckles real silver?

Montana Silversmiths belt buckles are made of sterling silver, but they're typically coated in rhodium to make them both appear brighter and avoid oxidation. The rhodium keeps the belt buckle looking shiny for longer.

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Sterling Silver Native American ZUNI Kachina Inlaid Belt Buckle

$1,025

H 2.75 in W 3 in

Sterling Silver Native American ZUNI Kachina Inlaid Belt Buckle

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning Kachina Zuni Belt Buckle with Inlaid Mother of pearl, Coral, Turquoise, Shell, Abalone

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1970s American Belts

Sterling Silver Southwestern Zuni Inlaid Belt Buckle L H Zunie Turquoise

$2,450

Sterling Silver Southwestern Zuni Inlaid Belt Buckle L H Zunie Turquoise

By Helen and Lincoln Zunie

Located in Wallkill, NY

Sterling Silver Southwestern Belt, made by L H Zunie- This is all handmade by the famed silversmith

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1970s American Belts

PORFILIO & ANN SHEYKA Native American Owl Zuni INLAY Sterling Silver Belt Buckle

$1,350

PORFILIO & ANN SHEYKA Native American Owl Zuni INLAY Sterling Silver Belt Buckle

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning Zuni Belt Buckle This is a fantastic vintage Native American handmade buckle featuring a

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Vintage 1970s American Native American More Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Zuni Moose INLAY Belt Buckle PORFILIO ANN SHEYKA Native American

$1,250

Sterling Silver Zuni Moose INLAY Belt Buckle PORFILIO ANN SHEYKA Native American

By PORFILIO & ANN SHEYKA

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning Sterling Silver belt buckle handmade with amazing inlay work Belt buckle measures 2.95 in

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1960s American Belts

Sterling Silver Belt Buckle Pawn Zuni LBJ Navajo Spiderweb Turquoise

$1,650

Sterling Silver Belt Buckle Pawn Zuni LBJ Navajo Spiderweb Turquoise

Located in Wallkill, NY

Large Hand set Turquoise stones surrounding a intricate Zuni Warrior set in sterling silver

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Vintage 1960s American Native American More Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Zuni Native American Sterling Silver Inlaid Coral, Turquoise Belt Buckle

$1,200

Zuni Native American Sterling Silver Inlaid Coral, Turquoise Belt Buckle

Located in Wallkill, NY

by Raymond Boyd. Measuring 3.05 in wide x 2.40 in. This is out of a massive collection of Hopi, Zuni

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Vintage 1970s American More Jewelry

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Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

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Ben Boyd Turquoise Mother of Pearl Rainbow Man Belt Buckle Zuni Sterling Silver

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Ben Boyd Turquoise Mother of Pearl Rainbow Man Belt Buckle Zuni Sterling Silver

Located in Dearborn, MI

Ben Boyd Turquoise Mother of Pearl Rainbow Man Belt Buckle Zuni Sterling Silver Genuine Ben Boyd

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1990s Native American Brooches

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Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Native American Zuni Turquoise Inlay Belt Buckle

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H 1.75 in W 2.75 in

Native American Zuni Turquoise Inlay Belt Buckle

Located in Wallkill, NY

Wonderful workmanship on this Zuni Belt Buckle Will fit a 1-1/4" belt Hallmarked on the back

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1970s Unknown Belts

Sheldon & Nancy Zuni New Mexico Sterling Silver, Onyx, and Turquoise Belt Buckle

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W 1.75 in L 3.75 in

Sheldon & Nancy Zuni New Mexico Sterling Silver, Onyx, and Turquoise Belt Buckle

By Zuni

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Sheldon & Nancy Zuni New Mexico Sterling Silver, Onyx, and Turquoise Belt Buckle Sterling silver

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Late 20th Century American Waist Belts

J.D. MASSIE Zuni Native American Belt Buckle w/ ALEXANDER KALIFANO Leather Belt

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J.D. MASSIE Zuni Native American Belt Buckle w/ ALEXANDER KALIFANO Leather Belt

Located in Thiensville, WI

, coral (buckle) Additional Details / Inclusions: J.D. Massie Zuni Native American belt buckle. Buckle is

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Late 20th Century American Belts

Dennis & Nancy Edaakie Silver Zuni Inlay Belt Buckle with Duck Design

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H 5 in W 5 in D 5 in

Dennis & Nancy Edaakie Silver Zuni Inlay Belt Buckle with Duck Design

By Dennis and Nancy Edaakie

Located in Phoenix, AZ

flight. This buckle is made by the famous Zuni inlay artists Dennis and Nancy Edaakie. The piece is

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Late 20th Century American Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver SilPORFILIO & ANN SHEYKA Native American Zuni INLAY Belt Buckle

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Sterling Silver SilPORFILIO & ANN SHEYKA Native American Zuni INLAY Belt Buckle

Located in Wallkill, NY

This is a fantastic vintage Native American handmade buckle featuring a wonderful EAGLE. The inlay

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Vintage 1960s American Native American More Jewelry

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Onyx, Turquoise

Dennis & Nancy Edaakie Zuni Inlay Woman's Sterling Belt Buckle with Bird Design

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H 4 in W 2 in D 2 in

Dennis & Nancy Edaakie Zuni Inlay Woman's Sterling Belt Buckle with Bird Design

By Dennis and Nancy Edaakie

Located in Phoenix, AZ

bird sitting on a branch. This buckle is made by the famous Zuni inlay artists Dennis and Nancy

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Late 20th Century American Native American Objects

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Silver

Zuni Horse Bolo and Buckle Set by Helen Lincoln

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W 4 in D 3 in L 3 in

Zuni Horse Bolo and Buckle Set by Helen Lincoln

By Helen and Lincoln Zunie

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Matching Zuni bolo and belt buckle set. Decorative horse with saddle on both bolo and buckle

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Vintage 1970s American Native American More Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Onyx, Sterling Silver

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Navajo Needlepoint Turquoise Concho Belt

$4,000

W 2.5 in L 62.5 in

Navajo Needlepoint Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Navajo needlepoint concho belt. Signed LMB, marked sterling. 11 conchos total. Exceptional design on each concho, featuring floral style center with complementary scalloped silverwor...

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Sterling silver Sun Face Squash Necklace Hopi Native American

$1,695

Sterling silver Sun Face Squash Necklace Hopi Native American

By florence Lahaleon

Located in Wallkill, NY

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Vintage 1970s American Native American Drop Necklaces

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Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

$1,420

L 67 in

Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...

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1990s Evening Dresses

Southwestern Sterling Coral Inlay Belt Buckle Set

$750

Southwestern Sterling Coral Inlay Belt Buckle Set

Located in Webster, SD

This beautiful belt buckle set is sterling silver with coral inlay. The slides measures 5/8 by 1 1/16 inches - the buckle measures 2 1/16 by 2 1/16 inches. This buckle set is made t...

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Vintage 1970s American Native American Vanity Items

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Coral, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Navajo Turquoise Belt Buckle w/ Leather Belt

$1,375

Sterling Silver Navajo Turquoise Belt Buckle w/ Leather Belt

Located in Wallkill, NY

Here you have a Sterling Silver Multi Gemstone Horse Belt Buckle with features Turquoise, Jet and Mother of Pearl on a Leather Dan Post Belt. Belt is a 30. Buckle measures 2.25 inche...

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1970s American Belts

Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem

$102,716

Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem

Located in London, GB

An archaeological-revival coral and gold Spartan diadem, in the form of a gold band with seven concave discs each set with a cabochon coral, alternating with eight floral motifs each...

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Turquoise Petit Point Concho Belt Old Pawn V.M.B

$7,950

Sterling Silver Turquoise Petit Point Concho Belt Old Pawn V.M.B

Located in Wallkill, NY

Massive Petit Point Sterling Silver Concho Belt 10 concho's and the belt buckle. This is a beautiful vintage Turquoise Petit Point belt made of the highest quality. Hallmarked on th...

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1960s American Belts

Vintage 4-Piece Ranger Buckle Set with Horse Inlay by Lincoln and Helen Zunie

$2,000 / set

Vintage 4-Piece Ranger Buckle Set with Horse Inlay by Lincoln and Helen Zunie

By Helen and Lincoln Zunie

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This remarkable vintage belt is the work of Zuni husband-and-wife duo Lincoln and Helen Zunie (deceased) who are well-known and widely recognized for their remarkable inlay work, par...

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