Info from Google AI:
The phrase "Silvel Thunderbird Link Belt" refers to a vintage, southwestern-style chain belt featuring linked thunderbird charms, often made of silver-toned metal and marked "Silvel," and popular in the mid-to-late 20th century. Known for its adjustable, eye-catching design with engraved patterns. These collectible accessories are found showcasing various designs from simple silver-tone to more elaborate pieces with turquoise or copper.
Key Characteristics:
Brand/Maker: "Silvel," a brand known for vintage Western/Southwestern jewelry.
Design: Links are shaped like thunderbirds, sometimes with intricate etchings or small beads/stones.
Material: Usually silver-tone metal
Style: Southwestern, Native American-inspired, Western, Vintage.
Closure: Typically a hook-and-eye clasp that can attach to any link for adjustability.
This thunderbird link belt is stamped on the end with “Silvel. End to end, it measures 32 inches long. There are 13 links and all links are exactly alike. Each link measures just under 2 inches side to side, by 1.25 inches top to bottom. Etched on each link is the thunderbird with a starburst type of design in the middle. Each thunderbird clearly shows the feathers, eyes and tail. I should mention that I have seen these with squared or curved shoulders. This one has the curved shoulder design. The metal is silver in color.
The belt is in excellent vintage condition with no damage. It will make for a wonderful addition to your southwestern style Indian collection.
Keywords: southwestern, Native American
Buyer to pay USPS First Class Mail parcel delivery charges of $5.99. Shipping is from Arizona. The package will be fully insured.
A personal note about shipping costs….
The shipping charges are set by the U.S. Postal Service.
Here’s the reason for the high charges….. Twice yearly, and again in November for the holiday season (so three times per year) the postal service increases shipping charges. This is what they call their "Delivering For America" plan in which they hope to become more profitable.
On top of the three increases, the postal service has now divided the nation in to 8 postal zones. Each time a package crosses into another zone, the price increases. I am in Arizona, so most all of my shipments pass through multiple zones.
It's a 10 year plan that the postal service started in 2021, so we've got years to go with multiple price increases of shipping charges each year. I fear seeing what the costs will be at the end of the plan.
