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Vintage Bear Paw Design Turquoise Buckle by Bernard Dawahoya

Currency:USD Category:Western Americana Start Price:150.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 600.00 USD
Vintage Bear Paw Design Turquoise Buckle by Bernard Dawahoya
Property being sold is not new! Dents, dings, scratches and other damage may be present—and is common—on used and vintage items. Items are available for preview well in advance of the auction and we take several pictures as well. Please inspect thoroughly PRIOR to bidding. Once auctioneer says “SOLD” Buyer assumes all responsibility for items.
This vintage belt buckle was handmade by the late Bernard Dawahoya, who was declared an Arizona Indian Living Treasure in 1989 by the state of AZ. It features a bear paw overlay design with a single turquoise cabochon. The turquoise looks like it could be Bisbee with the reddish, chocolate colored matrix. It is sterling silver and would be very easy to wear. MAKER: Hallmarked Snow Cloud, Bernard Dawahoya, Hopi, (1937-2010). APPROX. AGE: Circa 1970s. SIZE: Measures 2 3/4" w x 1 1/2" l. Fits up to a 1 1/2" belt. Weighs  44.7 g.   CONDITION: Good for its age, normal wear expected. Please look closely at the pictures as they are an important part of our description and are hereby incorporated into the description, specifically with regards to condition. SHIPPING: There will be a $5 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot. The actual cost of postage will be added on top of that. BUY IT NOW: If you would like to buy this item now, without waiting for the auction day to bid on it, we do offer this option (which is available up to 48 hours before the actual auction starts). The “Buy it Now” price is the high estimate of this lot (plus applicable fees and the Buyer's premium is discounted to 10% when using the Buy it Now option). If you would like to exercise this option, you must contact us by email (or phone as long as you talk to someone live). Reference this lot number and your intention to "Buy it Now."