Coin Mount Buckle Appraisal

Western-Style Silver-Tone Coin Mount Belt Buckle

This is a vintage-style oval belt buckle crafted from a silver-toned metal, likely nickel silver or silver-plated brass. The buckle features elaborate Western bright-cut floral engraving across the face, including scrolling acanthus leaves and a central six-petaled flower visible within the coin mount. The outer border is defined by a rhythmic geometric pattern. A prominent circular bezel with beaded edging is mounted at the center, specifically designed to secure a United States Half Dollar coin. The mount features four retaining tabs and a center bridge bar with a screw hole intended to lock the coin in place. The overall finish shows high-polish highlights against more matte textured recessed areas. Condition is fair to good; while the metal remains bright, the essential centerpiece coin is missing, and the central bridge shows visible wear and minor scratches from previous mounting. The craftsmanship is indicative of Mid-to-Late 20th-century production, commonly found in Americana or Western wear accessories. There are no visible maker's marks on the front, and the back is not shown for further manufacturer verification.