Belt, A Vintage, Buckle, Western, Longhorn, Hallmark, Vintage ‘50s, 1194

LOVELY LONGORN

Simple details are always beautiful. This belt and buckle epitomize that. The sleek, vintage leather strap is a great base for the intricate work of the nickel-silver buckle. Stamped patterned details are etched around the round buckle and finished with a brass longhorn, flowers in each corner, and a blank banner. It may be a simple belt, but it’ll have you saying yee haw!

History:

Don Ricardo (often marked "Ricardo") was a prominent American silversmith in the 1940s-1960s, known for producing high-quality, handcrafted Western trophy buckles featuring detailed engravings of cowboys, horses, and, specifically, bull-riding scenes. Alongside makers like Comstock and Bohlin, Don Ricardo was among the early, premier manufacturers of these, which became popular as rodeo prizes during that era.

• artist: Ricardo
• hallmarks: Ricardo NICKEL BRONZE
• materials: nickel silver, bronze, vintage leather strap
• measurements: buckle: 2 1/4" x 4", strap: 32"
• weight: 184 grams
• vintage condition
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• metal has a nice patina with light oxidation
• wear from use
• vintage leather strap
• style: Belt-1194