Carved Eagle Buckle Appraisal

Vintage Carved Mother of Pearl Eagle Belt Buckle and Tie Bar Set

This two-piece gentleman\'s accessory set consists of a rectangular belt buckle and a matching tie bar, both featuring intricate hand-carved mother of pearl (nacre) overlays. Each piece showcases a detailed American bald eagle motif with outspread wings, exhibiting fine craftsmanship in the feathers and anatomical proportions. The belt buckle is constructed from a gold-toned base metal with decorative chased borders flanking the central shell inlay. The mother of pearl exhibits a brilliant iridescent luster with white and silver undertones. The tie bar features a narrow, textured gold-toned clip with a smaller carved eagle figure centrally mounted. The set appears to date from the mid-20th century, approximately 1950s-1970s, based on the style of the hardware and the popularity of such shell-carved souvenirs and accessories. Condition-wise, the pieces appear well-preserved within their original red velvet-lined presentation box, though the gold plating shows slight surface patina and minor oxidation consistent with age. There are no visible chips or cracks to the delicate shell carvings. The original packaging, including the patterned silver-tone exterior box, adds to its collectibility and historical context.