Belt, A Vintage, Buckle, Turquoise, Zuni Snake Eye, Haloo Hallmark, Vintage, 766

Absolutely jaw-dropping lapidary work!

This stunning statement piece features the remarkable craftsmanship of renowned Zuni artisan Sam Haloo (of the famed Haloo family). The large oval buckle is adorned with a mesmerizingly uniform radial arrangement of snake eye turquoise stones, set in tiny serrated bezels. The cabochon cluster is framed by a raised sterling silver band and rope detail. It’s affixed to a vintage leather strap to complement its charm. It’s a show-stopper we could stare at all day! Definitely a piece for the true collector.

Sam Haloo (Zuni). snake eye jewelry. Son of Peter and Vivian Haloo. Brother of April Haloo.

Mark: S. HALOO

• artist: Sam Haloo
• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: S. HALOO
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise, vintage leather strap
• dimensions: 3 1/4" x 2 1/4", strap is 34"
  
• weight: 202 grams
• nice vintage condition
  
• stones are secure in their settings
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina
• wear from ethnographic use
• vintage leather strap
• style number: Belt-766