Award Design Medals Inc. Belt Buckle Texas "The Lucas Gusher" Solid Brass

Award Design Medals Inc. Belt Buckle Texas "The Lucas Gusher" Solid Brass. This is a commemorative belt buckle depicting the Lucas Gusher, a significant event in Texas oil history.  The Lucas Gusher, which occurred in 1901 at Spindletop near Beaumont, Texas, marked the beginning of the Texas oil boom. It propelled Texas into a leading role in the oil industry. By 1928, Texas became the nation's top oil producer. The buckle features an oil derrick and commemorates this historical  event. Great as memorabilia or good for the collector of items related to the oil industry and Texas history.