IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS

We are thrilled to offer this awesome belt and buckle set by Virgil & Lena Dishta, Jr. This magnificent duo features a detailed wagon-themed inlay of turquoise and mother-of-pearl. The silverwork has a phenomenal level of detail, including twisted wire, diamond and flower appliqués, and decorative loops. Completing the buckle is a horseshoe-shaped sterling silver border. It is paired with a simple leather belt that helps each buckle detail pop. If this piece caught your eye, as it did ours, you will not want to miss it.

Virgil Dishta, Jr. (?-2015; Zuni). Active since 1960s. Inlay; cluster work jewelry. Son of Virgil Dishta Sr. Virgil Dishta shared on of the stamps with his wife Lena Dishta.

Mark: V & L DISTA;  V Dishta S /S

Lena Dishta (1951-2005; Zuni). Fabricated; channel inlay. Lena Dishta shared one of the stamps with her husband Virgil Dishta, Jr. 

Mark: L. DISHTA; V & L DISHTA

• artist: Virgil & Lena Dishta, Jr. (d)
• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: V & L DISHTA
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise, mother of pearl, vintage leather strap
• dimensions: 3 1/4" x 2 1/2", 36" strap
  
• weight: 191 grams
• nice vintage condition
  
• stones are secure in their settings
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina
• wear from ethnographic use
  
• vintage leather strap
• style: Belt-1033