Dublin Core
Title
Navajo Concha Belt
Object
Belt
Native Name
Concha belt
Nomenclature Category
3: PERSONAL ARTIFACTS
Nomenclature Classification Term
Adornment
Culture
Navajo
Brief Description
A silver Navajo concha belt with linked oval shaped silver pieces and round turquoise stone settings.
Use
Personal adornment
Dimension 1
52 cm L
Dimension 2
1 cm D
Image Date
7/11/22
Material
Metal (silver), Stone (turquoise)
Construction
The belt was hammered, cut, and soldered.
Decoration
Inlay (turquoise), Stamped
Condition
The belt is in very good condition with the only issue being mild tarnish throughout the piece, especially around the stamped design.
Collector
Barbara Hanawalt
Old Number
MM485-045
Country
United States
Continent
North America
Comments Object History
Hanawalt's mother-in-law bought this in Florida at an antique place.
Cataloging History
2022 Cat: Ellie Harrison
Cataloging: Consulted References
Southwest Indian Craft Arts by Clara Lee Tanner
Subject
CLOTHING—Accessory: