Highly collectible William Spratling taxco Mexico sterling silver belt buckle 63

An example of his fine silversmithing this belt buckle peice is simple , modern and a nice addition to any taxco jewelry collection. Stamped with the eagle emblem 63 shortly before his death in 67 and the end of production. Left with its patina , unpolished. William Spratling : Innovative and talented designer of Mexican jewelry, silver hollowware, tin, copper, and furniture, demonstrated his appreciation for, and sensitivity to the early cultures of Mexico. He established a model for the artistic development and growth of the silver industry in Taxco and well deserved the title "Father of Contemporary Mexican Silver!"