Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise & Coral Chip Inlay Thunderbird Bolo Tie

Vintage 1970s Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise & Coral Chip Inlay Stylized Thunderbird Bolo Tie  This striking vintage Southwestern bolo tie features a bold, circular slide showcasing a classic Native American abstract thunderbird motif.  Handcrafted with exceptional detail, the central emblem utilizes a beautiful combination of vibrant turquoise and deep red coral mosaic chip inlay. The vibrant stone channel work perfectly complements the reflective polished sterling silver overlay design.  The slide is fitted with a highly desirable, vintage Bennett-style tension clasp (often referred to colloquially as a Benson style or Bennett Pat. Pend. type clasp), allowing for easy adjustment without causing excessive wear to the cord.  It comes complete with a traditional black braided leather lariat cord finished with elegant, solid sterling silver tips.  This timeless piece represents classic Mid-Century to late 20th-century Native American silversmithing techniques. It serves as a fantastic statement accessory for classic Western wear, rodeo fashion, or as an eye-catching addition to any vintage Southwestern jewelry collection.