{"product_id":"894871","title":"XL Vintage Sterling Silver Belt \u0026 Sash Buckle — Hand-Chased Scrollwork","description":"\u003cp\u003eA substantial vintage buckle in sterling silver, 77.9 grams of it, worked all over by hand in the Victorian manner. Acanthus scrollwork runs across the waisted frame against a finely stippled ground, and a cluster of blossoms sits in high repoussé at each end — the kind of detail that is raised from the back with a punch, not stamped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frame is gently dished to follow the curve of the waist, with two tapered prongs and an open centre. It takes a wide belt or a sash, and it is large enough to be the whole outfit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of a kind. We have one, and when it goes we cannot order another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal: Sterling Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 77.9 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoration: Hand-chased acanthus scrollwork on stippled ground, repoussé blossom clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitting: Two-prong, open centre, curved back plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: Waisted rectangular, extra large\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: Vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Belt buckle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem Code: 894871\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size belt does it take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt suits a wide belt or a fabric sash. Measurements on request — call or text us at 504-908-0011 and we will measure the opening for you before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with a belt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, the buckle is sold on its own. We can point you to a belt that suits it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it solid sterling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Solid sterling silver throughout, not plated, at a serious 77.9 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuff with a soft polishing cloth. On deeply chased work, a soft brush helps lift tarnish out of the recesses — avoid chemical dips, which flatten the contrast the chasing depends on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem 894871 · David’s Antiques \u0026amp; Jewelry, French Quarter, New Orleans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DavidsAntiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49303560781942,"sku":"1126500DA1395B894871","price":697.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1462\/0578\/files\/894871XLbeltbucklesterlingsilver_1.png?v=1794159780","url":"https:\/\/davidsnola.com\/products\/894871","provider":"David's Antiques \u0026 Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}