Belt, A Vintage, Concho, Turquoise, Kirk Smith, Hallmark, Vintage c. 2000s, 470

A COLLECTOR’S CONCHO BELT BY THE LATE KIRK SMITH.

This gorgeous vintage beauty by the late Navajo artisan Kirk Smith features 8 ornately stamped scalloped silver conchos, each adorned with a single oval cabochon of beautiful blue turquoise. A matching scalloped and tooled piece of dark brown leather backs each concho for a unique and different take on the traditional concho belt. The strap is a simple dark vintage leather, finished with a complementing concho buckle boasting a single turquoise cabochon. Amazingly intricate, this stunning statement belt is a timeless piece that will become a coveted family heirloom and highly collectible.

Kirk Smith (1957 - 2012; Navajo). Revival style, traditional; cluster work; set stones; casting; appliqué; bracelets; concho belts.

Marks: K S; Kirk Smith (script)

• artist: Kirk Smith (deceased)
• affiliation: Navajo
• hallmarks: K S, Sterling
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise, leather
• measurements: buckle: 3 3/4" x 3 1/4", 8 conchos: 3 1/2" x 3", length: 40"
• weight: 964 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-470