Belt, A Vintage, Buckle, Inlay, Shell & Mixed Stones, Bison, Hallmark, Vintage, 1381

FREE TO ROAM LIKE THE BUFFALO

Some pieces match our free-to-roam vibe, and when we laid eyes on this vintage buckle, that’s exactly what we saw. It was crafted by Derrick Edaakie and features a gorgeous inlaid buffalo using onyx, shell, turquoise, and coral stones. A row of inlaid triangle-cut stones sits on either side of the buffalo, bringing the buckle to life. It is placed on a vintage leather strap, giving you the chance to add it to any of your favorite fits.

Derrick Edaakie (Zuni). Inlay. Son of Dennis and Nancy Edaakie. Brother of Dale and Sanford Edaakie. He shared the mark with his late wife Nichelle Edaakie. 

Mark: Derrick & Nichelle (etched script)

• artist: Derrick Edaakie
• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: Derrick Edaakie (engraver's pen)
• materials: sterling silver, shell, turquoise, onyx, coral, vintage leather strap
• measurements: buckle: 2" x 2 3/4", strap: 40"
• weight: 157 condition
• stones are secure in their settings
• natural inclusions to stones
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina with light oxidation
• wear from use
• vintage leather strap
• style: Belt-1381