Braided Snake Buckle

Dateca. 1900-73

Mediummetal, copper gilt, paint

Dimensions2 1/4 × 3 1/2 in. (5.7 × 8.9 cm)

ClassificationsJewelry & Adornment

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Mrs. Wayne Dow

Object numberPC1974.64.10

DescriptionA belt buckle composed of a copper braided rope in a herringbone pattern. The braided cord has been formed into an oval and wrapped around itself on one side. One end of the cord has a copper snake's head while the opposite end has a decorative copper cone-shaped piece adhered. Through the center spans a thin copper bar with four rotating prongs.

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