Papoose Baby Diné-Inspired Cradleboard Bolo Tie Fred Harvey Era Turquoise Silver

Authentic vintage Fred Harvey era bolo tie featuring a hand-worked silver slide in the form of a Diné (Navajo) baby cradleboard (papoose board) motif. The sculptural silver case is domed and dimensional, wrapped with applied silver bands and twisted wire detailing, and set with a natural turquoise cabochon at the top.

The bolo is mounted on its original braided leather cord, finished with matching silver tips. Construction, materials, and design are consistent with early to mid-20th-century Southwest tourist and trading-post jewelry associated with the Fred Harvey era.

Materials & Details

• Silver (unmarked; tested and consistent with period silver)

• Natural turquoise cabochon (untested, typical for era)

• Braided leather bolo cord with silver tips

Condition

Good vintage condition overall.

• Visible age-appropriate wear, patina, and surface marks to the silver

• Some small dings consistent with use and age

• Leather shows dryness and wear and would benefit from gentle conditioning

• Slide mechanism functions properly

No repairs noted. Please review all photos closely, as they are part of the description.

Notes

This piece is offered as a historic decorative bolo tie representing Southwestern and Diné-inspired design traditions of the Fred Harvey era. It is not presented as a modern ceremonial or contemporary Native-made item.

A distinctive and collectible example of early Southwest jewelry with strong visual presence.