First Phase Concho Buckle
Tribe: Navajo (Diné)
Item #BU00452
Antique Navajo Sterling Silver Belt Buckle crafted in the style of a First Phase Concho with classic open-slot design elements, intricate hand-stamped patterns, and a rich, dark patina. Originally a concho from a First Phase-style concho belt, this piece had copper loops on the back, a common practice in the early 20th century for more accessible, cost-effective production. This suggests it was likely made in the 1920s–1930s as a re-creation of a classic Navajo First Phase design. The copper loops were removed, and belt buckle hardware was added, transforming it into a functional western-style buckle while preserving its historic character.
Buckle Dimensions: 3.5” Width, 2.875” Height
Belt Width: 1.25”
- Era
- Circa 1930s
- Metal
- Sterling Silver
- Technique
- Stamped
From our Vintage Collection
Our vintage pieces are sourced from private collections. Whenever possible we identify the artist, tribe and approximate date, and any wear that comes with age is part of each piece’s story. Most of our vintage jewelry was made by Native American artisans between the 1920s and 1970s.
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