Included in this lot is a Vintage Bolo Tie Collection (11), circa 1960s. These bolos feature traditional Western-theme such as the Conestoga wagon, Arrow heads, Black Hills Gold grape leaves, Santa Fe Railroad, Buffalo Skull, Texas Longhorn, the Thunderbird and the Eagle. Braided cord and braided leather with decorative tips. The bolo tie, a staple of Western American fashion featuring a cord and decorative clasp, likely originated in the 1930s-1940s from Native American, rancher, and cowboy styles in the Southwest. While often linked to Arizona silversmith Victor Cedarstaff in the 1940s, it evolved from earlier neckerchief fasteners. In the early 1900s, Hopi, Navajo, and Zuni men used leather cords and silver/copper ornaments to fasten neckerchiefs, creating early versions of the tie. Arizona silversmith Victor Cedarstaff is often credited with creating the modern bolo in the late 1940s. According to legend, he made the first one after his silver-trimmed hatband slipped off while riding, and he decided to wear it around his neck. Bolos are in good overall condition, black, brown and tan colours, lengths measure 15" to 19", collective weight is 331 grams.