Belt, A Vintage, Buckle, Western, Sterling Silver & 10K Gold, Horse, Vintage, 1369

PULLING ON THOSE HORSE HEARTSTRINGS

Simple details are always beautiful. This belt and buckle, crafted by Don Ricardo, epitomize that. The sleek vintage leather strap is a great base for the intricate work of the sterling silver buckle. Patterned details are etched throughout the buckle and finished with a detailed 10k gold horse in profile. It may be a simple belt, but it’ll pull on those horse heartstrings.

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: Don Ricardo
• hallmark: Ricardo 10K
• materials: sterling silver, 10K gold, vintage leather strap
• measurements: 3 1/4" x 2 3/4" buckle, strap fits 30"
  
• weight: 137 grams
  
• nice vintage condition
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina with light oxidation
• wear from use
• vintage leather strap
• style: Belt-1369