{"product_id":"bolo","title":"Vintage Bolo Tie Navajo Stamped Irene Platero Sterling Silver Turquoise Red Coral","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Navajo Sterling Silver Bolo Tie – Irene Platero (IP), c. 1960s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted by Navajo silversmith Irene Platero, this striking mid-century bolo tie embodies the artistry of the Southwest. The rectangular sterling silver bolo tie showcases two vivid turquoise cabochons—likely Kingman or Sleeping Beauty—and a single red coral cabochon set amid flowing hand-applied silver scrolls, a floral motif, and a twisted-rope border.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe reverse bears the hallmark “IP” for Irene Platero and the\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Bennett Pat. Pend.” clasp, dating the piece to the late 1950s–1960s. Heavy silver arrowhead dangles hang from flared conical tips on a braided leather cord, completing this statement of desert elegance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist: Irene Platero (Navajo)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials: Sterling silver, turquoise, red coral, braided leather.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: Slide ≈ 2 ¾″ × 2″ ; overall length ≈ 22″ (adjustable)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 77 g (total with cord)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClasp: Bennett Pat. Pend. mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Excellent vintage patina; no repairs or replacements noticed. Leather shows some wear near the clip. Please note, I do not like to clean my items unless specifically requested by the buyer. If you would like me to clean ( I use sunshine polishing cloths only) before shipping, please notify me by email. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra: Mid-Century (1950s–1960s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA bold collector’s bolo that honors classic Navajo silverwork—an heirloom piece balancing the deep red of coral, the sky-blue of turquoise, and the rich luster of hand-tooled silver.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShe died in 2002 at the age of 77, but her work remains highly sought-after by collectors of Native American jewelry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Her legacy continues through her numerous vintage pieces, which are regularly sold on online marketplaces and at auctions. Please email with any questions. \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWado!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unega Yona Studios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46792578760957,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/1911\/2957\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_a539ce6e-d7c2-490a-a43d-6d213159e774.jpg?v=1761420585","url":"https:\/\/whitebearturquoise.com\/products\/bolo","provider":"White Bear Turquoise","version":"1.0","type":"link"}