Native American belt buckles by Navajo artists, mostly in nickel and often set with turquoise, with some sterling silver pieces among them. Other buckles feature coral, white howlite, black onyx or red jasper. Many are signed by the artist, and nearly all include an original certificate of authenticity.
Navajo Belt Buckles
The buckles with a listed tribe are Navajo work, often with stamped borders, twisted wire, and turquoise set in a bezel at the center. Most are a classic size suited to standard western belts. Learn about the silversmithing tradition in our Navajo jewelry guide.
Metals and Stones
Most buckles are nickel, which is durable and keeps its shine with light polishing. Some are sterling silver, and a few combine a sterling silver bezel with a nickel body or add copper accents. The product page names the metal, so check it if you need sterling silver.
Turquoise is by far the most common stone. Others use coral, white howlite, black onyx, red jasper or White Buffalo. Howlite is its own stone and is not turquoise; see our coral guide for more on that stone.
Belt Width and Fit
The listing gives the buckle's width and height. A standard size buckle suits a western belt, while larger buckles make more of a statement on a wider belt. Measure the belt you plan to wear before you buy, and check the product page for what is included. Many listings show a representative photo, so the piece you receive may vary slightly in stone color and pattern.
How to Check Authenticity
Authentic Native American work is made by an enrolled member of a recognized tribe, and selling imitations as Indian-made is illegal under the Indian Arts and Crafts Act. Look for an artist hallmark, a sterling stamp where the metal is silver, and paperwork naming the maker. Our hallmarks guide explains what the stamps mean, and nearly all buckles here include an original certificate of authenticity.
Caring for Your Buckle
Wipe the buckle with a soft dry cloth after wear, keep turquoise away from water and cleaners, and store it flat so the bezels and hook are not bent.