I’m curious who the maker is. It’s hand engraved Sterling RB 12k GF but there is no stamp. Doesn’t appear a stamp was somehow removed so I’m curious if it’s actually RB Sterling or another artist. I’ve only found one similar design through Internet search and it was marked Mike Smith. Not concerned with value as I don’t intend to sell. Purchased at a thrift shop in Texas 2018. Any insight is appreciated!
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This looks more like cowboy silversmithing than Native work. Might be Navajo, but I wouldn’t bet on it.
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I agree, Mike. These rodeo scenes are pretty common and were used over and over on vintage cowboy buckles.
@LoriMasterson Not exactly the same scene as your cuff, but similar to this team roping buckle.
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My first thought was skepticism about it being Native as well.
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Agree. Nothing about the design or workmanship says Navajo, or Native, to me.
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