STUNNING STATEMENT BELT FOR THE COWGIRL COLLECTOR!
Crafted by the legendary (late) Zuni artisan Mike Simplicio, this bold belt buckle is a sterling silver shield ornately detailed with stampwork and applique, adorned with a pair of inlay horse heads in profile crafted with mother of pearl and tortoise shell and complemented by a trio of turquoise triangles. The vintage strap is a chic chocolate brown leather with traditional western foliage tooling. This belt is a collector’s item!
Mike Simplicio (1937-1976; Zuni). Active 1950s – 1970s. Nugget work; appliqué. The late Mike Simplicio shared marks with his wife Sarah Simplicio. Son of Dan Simplicio.
Marks: M (with a tide); MIKE; M. SIMPLICIO; M. S.; M. S. SIMPLICIO
- artist: Mike Simplicio, d
- affiliation: Zuni
- hallmarks: M.B. Simplicio Zuni
- materials: sterling silver, tortoiseshell, mother of pearl, turquoise, vintage leather strap
- dimensions:
- weight: 54 grams (buckle only)
- nice vintage condition
- stones are secure in their settings
- no stone chips or hairline fractures
- stone abrasions commensurate with age
- silver has a nice patina
- wear from use
- style: Belt-278