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G S Garcia, Elko Nev Bit No. 250

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Western Americana Start Price:1,500.00 USD Estimated At:3,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
G S Garcia, Elko Nev Bit No. 250
The most expensive bit in the Garcia catalog, this large, heavy silver overlaid ring bit is clearly maker-marked with the small oval G S Garcia / maker / Elko Nev maker mark inside the left cheek just below the ring bar. The bit measures nearly 9" from the top of the headstall hanger to the bottom of the slobber bar. The overlaid cheeks are adorned with a domed 3" concho and kissing birds with copper eyes. The slobber bar also features a bird theme. The large conchos, which are clearly original, appear to have been removed and re-attached – probably to remove dents. All silver mountings appear original but the ring shows considerably less wear than the bit and may have been professionally replaced at one time. The is an impressive bit in fine overall condition, c 1915-30