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"Pafta" Ottoman Belt Buckle

$2,250.00

A “Pafta” belt buckle carved out of mother of pearl. The image depicts St. George slaying the dragon. These belt buckles were made in the 18th century by christians as a symbol of resistance during the Ottoman Turk occupation. Beautiful condition and carving quality. 20th century mount.

A “Pafta” belt buckle carved out of mother of pearl. The image depicts St. George slaying the dragon. These belt buckles were made in the 18th century by christians as a symbol of resistance during the Ottoman Turk occupation. Beautiful condition and carving quality. 20th century mount.