Vtg 1989 Montana Silversmiths Mule Extravaganza Trophy Belt Buckle Boxed WA

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View Vtg 1989 Montana Silversmiths Mule Extravaganza Trophy Belt Buckle Boxed WA with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Winning this 1989 Mule Extravaganza award perfectly aligns with her concurrent 1988–1989 presidency of the Inland Empire Quarter Horse Association. The original box is fully intact with minimal shelf wear. Pristine Vintage 1989 Montana Silversmiths "Mule Extravaganza" Ladies Division Trophy Belt Buckle — Deadstock Condition with Original Box!Up for sale is an incredibly rare, museum-quality piece of Pacific Northwest equine history. Struck in 1989 by the world-renowned craftsmen at Montana Silversmiths in Columbus, MT, this classic oval German Silver trophy buckle was awarded at the regional 1989 Mule Extravaganza for the Ladies 21 & Over division.Unlike most vintage awards that show significant wear, this example has been flawlessly preserved inside its original green Montana Silversmiths presentation case with its sparkling blue foam insert for nearly four decades. ✨ Design & Collector Value Highlights:Detailed Mule Motif: Features a heavily detailed, raised gold-tone mule head center medallion set against an intricate, western bright-cut scroll filigree background.Two-Tone Banners: Features coppery-gold tone text banners highlighting the event title and category.Flawless Presentation: Complete with its hard-to-find original vintage box, making it perfect for immediate gifting, display, or high-end collections.Maker Stamped: The clean reverse side is cleanly stamped with the hallmark Montana Silversmiths German Silver Columbus, Mont. logo along with its authentic production code E085 7-25. 🕵️‍♂️ Historical Provenance & Local Connection:This buckle was won and kept as part of a single-owner collection belonging to Gayle Henjum, a prominent figure in the greater Spokane/Cheney/Chattaroy equine show and breeding circles during the late 1980s. Winning this 1989 Mule Extravaganza award perfectly aligns with her concurrent 1988–1989 presidency of the Inland Empire Quarter Horse Association. 📐 Approximate Measurements:[Seller Note: Measure across the widest points of the buckle face and insert the size here!] 🔍 Condition Report:In absolute mint vintage condition. The front is brilliantly bright and completely free of scuffs or tarnish. The back retains its mirror-like finish with zero wear on the attachment hardware. The original box is fully intact with minimal shelf wear. Please inspect the high-definition pictures to view its phenomenal condition. 📦 Combined Shipping Note:I am currently listing a small, exclusive collection of award buckles belonging to the same prominent Eastern Washington equestrian. Don't miss the matching sponsored variant of this 1989 buckle and her 1988–1989 Comstock Presidential Buckle! I am happy to offer combined shipping discounts if you win multiple pieces. Securely packaged to preserve its exceptional boxed condition. Add this pristine piece of Washington state equine history to your collection today! Condition: New. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › Western Americana › Belt Buckles. Brand: Montana Silversmiths.

Brand

Montana Silversmiths

Culture

Western Americana

Provenance

Ownership History Available

Handmade

Yes

Country of Origin

United States