Belt, A Vintage, Buckle, Inlay, Horse Profile, Turquoise, Simplicio Hallmark, Vintage ‘50s, 860

SIMPLICIO SAYS IT ALL. 

This statement buckle speaks for itself! Crafted by the renowned (and recognizable) Zuni artisan Mike Simplicio in the family’s signature style, the sterling silver buckle features an inlay horse profile of black onyx and mother of pearl with silver accents, flanked by freeform blue turquoise stones on a sterling silver rectangle embellished with pebble texture, floral and leaf applique, and a saw-tooth bezel frame. A vintage textured leather strap chicly and subtly complements the buckle.

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 tilde); MIKE; M. SIMPLICIO; M. S.; M. S. SIMPLICIO

• artist: Mike Simplicio, deceased
• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: M.B. Simplicio Zuni (etched)
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise, onyx, mother of pearl, vintage leather strap
• measurements: 3 1/8" x 2", strap is 34"
• weight: 210 grams
• nice vintage condition
  
• stones are secure
• no stone chips or hairline fractures
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
  
• silver has a nice patina
  
• style: Belt-860