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1949 RODEO TROPHY BUCKLE STERLING 10K

$ 1581.36

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Modified Item: No
  • Brand: Richardo
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Condition: Good condition, few wear scratches
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Featured Refinements: Rodeo Belt Buckle
  • Handmade: Yes

    Description

    Very rare buckle from the 1949 NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW in Denver.  It was and still is one of the biggest and most prestigious of the winner pro rodeos.  This buckle was made by Richardo of sterling and 10K gold and is so marked.  4X2 1/2", fits up to a 2" belt.  Has a few wear marks but in overall good condition.  Barney Willis was the winner.  He was a top hand and won may major rodeos in the steer wrestling.  He won the big one at Lewiston, Id. three times.  He was a sprinter that qualified for the Olympics that was canceled because of the war.  His picture as a sprinter was on the Wheaties box at one time.  He went on to be a top race horse trainer.