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Striking Navajo Stamped Heavy Sterling Silver Belt Buckle by Wilson Jim, 1988

$2,850
£2,162.51
€2,472.64
CA$3,980.68
A$4,425.97
CHF 2,311
MX$53,874.85
NOK 29,487.33
SEK 27,628.22
DKK 18,453.78
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This outstanding belt buckle of heavy sterling silver exhibits all the beautifully detailed stamp work that has become a hallmark of master Navajo Silversmith Wilson Jim's work. Signed, "W. Jim, Sterling" with his maker's mark. In near pristine condition, several very minor and small surface scratches visible only in raking light. The buckle measures 3 inches H. x 3.88 inches W. and weighs 129 grams. The buckle has never been worn or sold before and is highly collectible.
  • Creator:
    Wilson Jim
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    129 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (76.2 mm)Width: 3.88 in (98.56 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1988
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2705215728922

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