Bennett Signed Sterling Silver Turquoise Concho Bolo Clip Tips Native American

Pre-owned Navajo sterling silver and turquoise bolo tie, Bennett Pat. Pend. The slide measures 2-1/4 inches by 1-3/4 inches, silver tips are 2-1/4 inches, 23.31 grams No leather clip and tips only, no leather Natural patina and coloration on back of clip. This Authentic Old Pawn jewelry will have a natural gray patina, indicating age. It takes decades for the patina to develop and may appear grayer in dry climates like the southwest. Humidity will add a darker, blacker patina. Patina typically isn't buffed off in order to preserve its history and value. The Bennett signature guarantees quality craftsmanship from a respected name in Southwest jewelry. Raymond Bennett (Navajo) is a listed silversmith in Barton Wright's "Hallmarks of the Southwest" He began using "R. Bennett or Ray Bennett" in 1978. At one time Ray was the resident silversmith for Atkinson's Trading Company. PAT. PEND. C031 C-31 REFERS TO HIS DESIGN OF THE FIRST LOCKING BOLO SLIDE CLIP IN THE MID 1950'S MID 1960'S