1964 DON ELLIS Sterling 14K RODEO Trophy Western Buckle RAREST & FINEST ENGRAVER

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1964 DON ELLIS Sterling 14K RODEO Trophy Western Buckle RAREST & FINEST ENGRAVER.
For sale is a perfect example of one of the finest rodeo buckles ever made + provenance from a famous rodeo cowboy.
DON ELLIS is one of the greatest classic western silversmiths of all time. His rodeo buckles combine authentic western silversmithing with a level of fine jewelry detail that surpasses any buckles from his time. Here is a chance to own one of these buckles as the hallmark of your collection.
Beautiful yellow gold rider and date plates surrounded by rose gold filigreed decoration on a gunsmoke sterling background. Offered to Buzz Seely, a noteworthy and legendary rodeo cowboy who is a must have for a rodeo history collection. Buckle is a real statement piece measuring in at 3” wide 2” tall. Accommodates a 1.5” belt.
Buckle has developed amazing patina over the years. Comes with a hand tooled 1.5” western belt with sterling tip (not Ellis). Belt is 43” long with holes at 34-38”. One of two Ellis pieces for sale on my page. See my other items for rare unique Americana and silver buckles.
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