Belt, A Vintage, Buckle Inlay, Conestoga, Dishta, Vintage, 545

TALK ABOUT A PIECE THAT PAINTS A PICTURE.

This incredible vintage creation by the legendary Zuni husband-and-wife duo, Lena and Virgil Dishta, Jr., features a stunning statement buckle depicting a classic conestoga in a prairie scene created with intricate sterling silver details as well as stunning stonework using mother of pearl, and turquoise. The buckle is framed with sterling silver roping. The strap is a tooled dark leather with some wear and patina that gives it very cool vintage vibes.

Virgil Dishta, Jr. (?-2015; Zuni). Active since 1960s. Inlay; cluster work jewelry. Son of Virgil Dishta Sr. Virgil Dishta shared on of the stamps with his wife Lena Dishta.

Mark: V & L DISTA;  V Dishta S /S

Lena Dishta (1951-2005; Zuni). Fabricated; channel inlay. Lena Dishta shared one of the stamps with her husband Virgil Dishta, Jr. 

Mark: L. DISHTA; V & L DISHTA

• artist: Virgil & Lena Dishta, Jr. (d)
• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: V & L DISHTA
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise, vintage leather strap
• measurements: buckle: 2" x 3", strap: 36"
• weight: buckle: 48 grams
• nice vintage condition
• stones are secure in their settings
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina 
• wear from use
• style: Belt-545