Belt, A Vintage, Concho, Coral, Gary Reeves Hallmark, Vintage ‘80s, 669

FABULOUS FASHION 

How stunning is this vintage 80’S concho belt crafted by the talented Gary Reeves? The slender black leather strap is adorned with 8 classic scallop silver conchos embellished with stampwork and a center floral cluster of coral cabochons. The piece is finished with a complementing stamped sterling silver double mustache frame buckle boasting six coral stones. Timeless, classic, and highly collectible.

Gary Reeves (1962 -2014; Navajo). Active 1974-2014. Revival; contemporary; holloware, stamp work’ appliqué; may have stones carved by collaborators Peter and Dinah Gasper. Brother of Daniel and David Reeves. 

Marks: G. Reeves; G Reeves (script), with a star

• artist: Gary Reeves (deceased)
• affiliation: Navajo
• hallmarks: G. Reeves STERLING
• materials: sterling silver, coral, leather strap
• buckle: 2 3/4" x 3 1/2"
  
• conchos: 8 @ 3" x 3 1/2"
• weight: 594 grams
• nice vintage condition
• stones are secure in their settings
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina 
• light wear from use
• style: Belt-669