Turquoise Mountain Lizard Buckle

Sterling silver belt buckle featuring Victor Coochwytewa’s classic lizard motif, set with a large natural turquoise stone from the Turquoise Mountain mine in Arizona. The bold turquoise cabochon is framed in a clean bezel and centered within Victor’s finely engraved lizard design. In Hopi symbolism, the lizard is associated with agility, survival, and the ability to navigate between worlds, making it a fitting emblem for protection and adaptability.

Victor Coochwytewa (1922–2011), one of the most celebrated Hopi silversmiths of the 20th century, was a pioneer of modern Hopi overlay and is known for his impeccable precision, balance, and distinctive use of Hopi animal symbolism. This buckle is a striking example of his craftsmanship, combining strong traditional Hopi imagery with a beautifully chosen natural turquoise stone.

Part of the historic Kopavi Collection, this buckle has never been previously owned.

Buckle Dimensions: 3” Width, 1.875” Height
Belt Width: 1.25”