Belt, A Vintage, Concho, Sterling Silver, Kirk Smith Hallmark, Vintage c. 2000s, 698

A COLLECTOR CONCHO BELT BY LEGENDARY NAVAJO ARTISAN, THE LATE KIRK SMITH.

The ornate sterling silver double-mustache frame buckle is affixed to a brown leather belt featuring alternating scalloped oval conchos and beautiful butterfly spacer conchos. This is an absolutely stunning statement piece, and it is one for the serious collector.

Made in the USA. 

Kirk came from a well-known family of silversmiths. He began working with silver as a young boy in his grandfather's workshop in the 1960s. He made jewelry his full-time passion in 1980 when he mentored his brother-in-law and well-known artist Harry Morgan.

Kirk’s work has won many awards and is known for its investment quality. His aesthetic has remained true to the traditional heavy silverwork of the Navajo and is noteworthy for using the best stones and materials. 

Learn more about the legendary artisan in the Double Talk article about his life and legacy.

Kirk Smith (1957 - 2012; Navajo). Revival style, traditional; cluster work; set stones; casting; appliqué; bracelets; concho belts.

Marks: K S; Kirk Smith (script)

• artist: Kirk Smith (deceased)
• affiliation: Navajo
• hallmarks: KS Sterling
• materials: sterling silver, leather
• measurements: 3 1/4" x 3 1/2", length is 33"
• weight:  235 grams
• nice vintage condition
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina 
• wear from use
• style: Belt-698