North American Auction Company
Live Auction

Fine Montana Collector Sale - April 2023

Sat, Apr 22, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 336

Navajo Begay Chipped Turquoise Branch Coral Buckle

Estimate: $250 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$50,000 $2,500
Featured in this lot is this chipped inlaid turquoise and red branch coral buckle from Navajo artist Begay circa 1960's. The buckle features a wonderfully and professionally crafted silver and chipped turquoise and red branch coral construction. The face of the buckle features chipped inlay in a geometric pattern with stamped design around it and towards the center of the buckle. The buckle is marked 'Gay' for Begay. The condition of this buckle is good with no obvious signs of damage and shows good overall condition. The measurements of this buckle are 2" x 3" x 1/2". The collective weight of this buckle is 51.9g.