{"product_id":"marcus-coochwykvia-hopi-overlay-bighorn-sheep-sterling-silver-buckle-for-2-belt","title":"Marcus Coochwykvia hopi overlay bighorn sheep sterling silver buckle for 2\" belt","description":"Marcus Coochwykvia hopi overlay bighorn sheep sterling silver buckle for 2\" belt.  Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures.   Circa third quarter of the 20th century.   Age appropriate wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarcus Coochwykvia (born circa 1952) is an award-winning Hopi silversmith from the village of Mishongnovi at Second Mesa, Arizona. Renowned for his mastery of traditional Hopi silver overlay techniques, he has been crafting collectible jewelry—including intricately carved cuffs, rings, and buckles—since 1972.His work is highly sought after by collectors of Native American art and has been featured in numerous books and exhibitions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraining: Taught by his brother-in-law Glen Lucas, Roy Talahaftewa, and through his association with Hopicrafts.Hallmarks: His authentic pieces are typically stamped with his initials (\"MC\") alongside his signature mark, a combination of a Bear Paw and the ancient Hopi symbol for brotherhood (the nakwách) \u003cbr\u003eListed with ExportYourStore.com","brand":"Estate Fresh Austin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52222267523288,"sku":"224arga1a6a3","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6284\/7960\/files\/il_fullxfull.8354384470_mfdm.jpg?v=1786470920","url":"https:\/\/estatefreshaustin.com\/ko\/products\/marcus-coochwykvia-hopi-overlay-bighorn-sheep-sterling-silver-buckle-for-2-belt","provider":"Estate Fresh Austin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}