Belt Buckle
Navajo, Native American
Sterling silver and turquoise
1940s – 1950s
3.25 w x 2.5 h in. / 8.25 w x 6.35 h cm
Inventory # 1006
This is an excellent example of artistic design incorporating classic Navajo auspicious beliefs. Turquoise is a symbol for water and life. The turquoise cabochon is centered between the four sacred mountains which are connected by the eight sacred beings, four female and four male. Loosely this translates to a wish or intention for a happy life by the balance of male and female forces in harmony within the four pillars of community. As with any belief system, there are many individual interpretations of Navajo sacred beliefs.
This buckle was originally a ketoh (pronounced gay-toe) and was attached to a wide leather band which functioned as a wrist guard for archery or was worn as a bracelet.
In accordance with US law, this item cannot be shipped internationally.
$650
