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1950‘s Richard Kagenvema Hopi guild 1" ranger belt buckle/tip sterling silver. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures.. Fits a 1" belt. No issues, some expected wear. Ranger belts are typically wider and taper down to 1" where the buckle and tip go on.
Richard Kagenvema was a notable Hopi silversmith (ca. 1925-1982) who trained under the GI Bill program and became known for his intricate overlay jewelry, with his work appearing in collections like the National Museum of the American Indian. His contributions to Hopi silversmithing are highlighted by his son, Bennett Kagenveama, who followed in his father‘s artistic footsteps as a renowned overlay silversmith.
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