The Western Buckle: History, Art, Culture, Function by Stoecklein, David R. Dust jacket in good condition. Later printing. Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. COPYRIGHT 2003. CLEAN COVER AND CONTENT PAGES. New protective mylar applied to dust jacket before shipping. Secure packaging for safe delivery.
SynopsisThere is often a vivid story behind each western belt buckle that speaks of the tradition and rich heritage of cowboy life. A cowboy is extremely proud of his buckles and often passes them down to his children or grandchildren. The buckles on these pages are beautifully made, ornate, and detailed. Most are made of sterling silver and solid gold and many are adorned with precious stones, intricate filigree work, and engraving. In the second volume of his three-part series about cowboy gear, David R. Stoecklein reveals the handcrafted beauty of each exquisite piece in his stunning photographs., There is often a vivid story behind each western beltbuckle that speaks of the tradition and rich heritage ofcowboy life. A cowboy is extremely proud of his bucklesand often passes them down to his children orgrandchildren. The buckles on these pages are beautifullymade, ornate, and detailed. Most are made of sterlingsilver and solid ......