Mimi di N Two Piece Buckle Nautical Anchor Silver Tone VTG 1978 Fits 1.25 Belt

Vintage 1978 Mimi di N nautical look silver tone two piece belt buckle. Signed and dated. Each side is round with raised anchor with chain image When hooked, the two pieces together measure approx. 4 1/2 inches wide and 2 1/2 inches high Made to fit 1 1/4 inch belt Weighs approx. 112 grams (about 4 ounces) Signed Mimi di N with the date 1978 on each piece of the buckle Perfect addition to your summer outfits. While Sicilian born Mimi di Nascemi studied at the Philadelphia museum school she worked for a company that manufactured jewelry for Schiaparelli. She later studied and Paris and then worked with Arnold Scaasi and for Brania. Mimi started her own company in 1962 and designed both jewelry and belt buckles. Her pieces are sometimes dated in the 70's and 80's. It is unclear exactly when jewelry operations ceased. The current company sells only belt buckles and belt strips.