Bidspirit auction | Vintage Southwest Style Sterling Silver

Vintage Southwest Style Sterling Silver and Turquoise Bolo Tie - This vintage Southwest style bolo tie features a trapezoidal sterling silver slide centerpiece. The slide is set with a single, irregularly shaped turquoise cabochon characterized by a green-blue hue and a prominent dark brown matrix. The stone is secured within a sawtooth bezel. Decorative elements include stamped horizontal linear patterns at the top and bottom of the slide. The reverse of the slide is fitted with two fixed metal loops through which a four-strand braided brown leather cord is threaded. The cord ends are finished with tapered, fluted sterling silver tips capped with small spherical beads. No hallmarks or maker's marks were identified on the metal components. Slide height: approximately 1.5 inches Total length: approximately 32-34 inches. The item exhibits a dark patina and surface wear consistent with age. The turquoise stone appears secure in its bezel. The braided leather cord shows moderate wear and surface cracking but remains flexible and intact.