A vintage Zuni sterling silver belt buckle handcrafted by A. P. Penketewa, featuring an attractive arrangement of natural turquoise cabochons accented by hand-fabricated sterling silver feathers and traditional Southwestern stampwork. The freeform turquoise stones display vibrant shades of blue to blue-green, creating a balanced and organic composition.
The reverse is stamped “A. P. Penketewa” and “Zuni,” identifying the maker and tribal affiliation. Sized to accommodate belts up to 1.5 inches wide, this buckle is equally suited for everyday wear or as a collectible example of Native American silversmithing.
Details:
Maker: A. P. Penketewa
Origin: Zuni
Metal: Sterling silver
Gemstones: Natural turquoise
Accommodates belt widths up to 1.5 inches
Measurements: Approximately 3.25 inches wide × 2.25 inches tall
Total weight: 79.0 grams
Hallmarks: Stamped “A. P. Penketewa” and “Zuni”
Condition: Good vintage condition with an attractive natural patina and light wear consistent with age.
A vintage Zuni sterling silver belt buckle handcrafted by A. P. Penketewa, featuring an attractive arrangement of natural turquoise cabochons accented by hand-fabricated sterling silver feathers and traditional Southwestern stampwork. The freeform turquoise stones display vibrant shades of blue to blue-green, creating a balanced and organic composition.
The reverse is stamped “A. P. Penketewa” and “Zuni,” identifying the maker and tribal affiliation. Sized to accommodate belts up to 1.5 inches wide, this buckle is equally suited for everyday wear or as a collectible example of Native American silversmithing.
Details:
Maker: A. P. Penketewa
Origin: Zuni
Metal: Sterling silver
Gemstones: Natural turquoise
Accommodates belt widths up to 1.5 inches
Measurements: Approximately 3.25 inches wide × 2.25 inches tall
Total weight: 79.0 grams
Hallmarks: Stamped “A. P. Penketewa” and “Zuni”
Condition: Good vintage condition with an attractive natural patina and light wear consistent with age.
