Antique Swiss Cow Bell with Original Appenzeller Belt

Antique Swiss Cow Bell with Original Appenzeller Belt With Buckle. Made Of Steel With Brass Finish Early 1900's, from Switzerland. The Appenzeller belt is a piece of old Swiss tradition. The belts were made of cowhide and handmade metal fittings showing Alpine motifs such as alpine dairymen, suns, ornaments and cows. The more ornaments there were on the belt, the richer the wearer was. -Thick High Quality Leather. The belts are traditionally made from high-quality Swiss cowhide, with some producers using sustainable or organically sourced leather. - Producer's Signature. The unique style of the ornaments serves as the saddler's signature, allowing connoisseurs to identify the producer. - Symbolism and Tradition. The complexity and number of ornaments on a belt could indicate how wealthy the wearer was. - Alpine Heritage. The belts embody the festive nature and traditions of the Appenzell region. -Symbolic Motifs. Common decorative elements include Swiss cows. Alpine dairymen, and the Edelweiss flower. In great pre-owned condition, was used as a display. The bell is about 6 inch tall, the leather belt about 24 (in full length).