Vintage 1970s German Silver Rodeo Belt Buckle – Gilt Brass & Horse Motif
 
Striking Western Design
 
This heavyweight German silver buckle (77.3g) features:
Central horse motif in high-relief gilt brass, symbolizing classic rodeo culture
Rope-style border framing the design, a hallmark of 1970s Western buckles
Blank banners (intended for custom engraving of names/events)
 
Key Specifications:
✔ Material: German silver (nickel-silver alloy) with applied gilt brass highlights
✔ Dimensions: 7cm × 10cm – Substantial "statement" size typical of 1970s rodeo buckles
✔ Weight: 77.3g – Denser than modern zinc-alloy reproductions
 
Historical Context:
German silver buckles were prized in the 1970s for their durability and artisan-quality detailing.
Rodeo-themed designs (horses, ropes) dominated Western fashion during this era, often awarded as trophies.
 
Condition Notes:
Gilt brass intact with minor age-appropriate wear
No cracks or bends in the metal
Unengraved banners increase customization potential
 
Collector Appeal:
• Authentic 1970s craftsmanship (pre-mass-production)
• Rarity: Few blank-banner examples survive unused 1
• Versatility: Pairs with 1.5"–2" Western belts 12
 
For display or wear, this buckle embodies the golden age of Western style.