STUNNING CONCHO BELT BY SUSIE JAMES
This vintage 1st-phase style concho belt by late Navajo artisan, Susie James, has ten conchos on a brown leather belt strap. Each of the conchos have scalloped edges with detailed stamp work on the outside. Through the middle is a diamond cut out that allows for the conchos to be threaded onto the belt. The belt buckle also has gorgeous stamp work throughout its entirety giving it a cohesive look. This belt will never go out of style.
Susie James (1954-2012; Navajo) Active since 1990s. Traditional stamp work; set stones; holloware. Daughter of Marcella James.
Mark: SUZIE JAMES (with a “Z”)
- artist: Susan James deceased
- affiliation: Navajo
- hallmarks: STERLING SUZIE JAMES
- materials: sterling silver, leather
- 10 conchos @3″ x 2 1/4″
- buckle @3 1/2″ x 2 1/4″
- strap length: 42 1/2
- nice vintage condition
- stone abrasions commensurate with age
- silver has a nice patina
- wear from use
- style: Belt-324