Vintage Sand Cast Sterling Silver Belt Buckle 11 pcs Set Native American 1.5 Inch

Full set - 10 segments plus a matching buckle. These mid-century solid Sterling Silver sand-cast pieces are very cool individually, but are stunning all together. The 1.5-inch leather belt was overly degraded from a few decades in storage, so it has been removed and all pieces cleaned thoroughly. The copper straps on the back are designed to hold onto most leather belts up to 3 mm thick and 1.5 inches wide. Each section measures approximately 1.75 inches x 1 inch with a beautiful bezel set natural Turquoise free-form cabochon set in the middle. Total weight is approximately 536 grams (18.91 ounces) (1lb 2.91oz), including the approximately 135 ctw (27 grams) of natural Turquoise. Although vintage, this set is in excellent condition for its age.

Turquoise, an ancient and revered gemstone, is celebrated for its distinctive blue-green hues, ranging from sky blue to vibrant green. This opaque mineral, a hydrated phosphate of copper and aluminum, often features intricate matrix patterns, adding to its unique character. With a hardness of 5 to 6 on the Mohs scale, it's relatively soft, requiring gentle care. Historically significant in many cultures, particularly in Native American traditions, Turquoise is valued for its beauty and perceived protective qualities.