Sterling Oval Plaque with Eagle & Turquoise Bolo Tie by Cheyenne Mel Whitebird

Sterling silver eagle and turquoise bolo tie by Cheyenne silversmith Mel Whitebird - 3 1/8" x 2"Vintage sterling silver bolo tie handcrafted by Cheyenne silversmith Mel Whitebird. The large oval plaque features a textured surface with an applied eagle head in profile and a bezel-set polished light blue turquoise cabochon. The bolo slide is unmarked sterling silver and hand engraved on the reverse with the artists name. Comes on an original black leather cord with replacement base metal tips.MEASUREMENTS- Plaque: Approx. 3 1/8" high x 2" wide- Leather cord: Approx. 18" drop (36" total length)- Bolo tips: Approx. 1 1/4" highMARKINGS- Hand engraved: Mel Whitebird- Approx. weight: 54.2 grams total (includes bolo and cord)CONDITIONOverall good pre-owned condition.- Cord leather is dry and needs conditioning and straightening- Bolo tips are not sterling and likely replacements- Sterling portions have been polished- Shows age and use appropriate wearREMINDER TO BUYERS- Please review all photographs as they show the actual item for sale.- Please ask questions if you are unsure about any details on the item.IVL - Wall