Concha: One of the ovals of a segmented silver belt or bridle. Also a reference to the belt itself. Now commonly called a "Concho Belt." From the Spanish word "concha", meaning "shell".
Concho: See Concha.
CONCHA
A concha is a hammered silver disk or oval that often resembles a shell, flower, or sunburst. Conchas often have raised designs (repoussage).
Concha: A silver disc that is used to decorate a belt or bridle. From the Spanish word for "shell".
Confetti Lucite: Transparent plastic with glitter or other material embedded within it.
ConchaA Spanish term for shell. One of the ovals of a segmented silver belt or of a bridle. Also the belt itself. Now commonly called a "Concho Belt." ConchoSee Concha.
Today, turquoise is prominently associated with Native American culture particularly Zuni bracelets, Navajo concha belts, squash blossom necklaces and thunderbird motifs.
Concha Belt: This style of belt is attributed to Native American Indians of the South Western United States. It is a leather belt that has added silver ornamentation.
 See also: Jewel, Links, Opaque, Translucent, Bracelet
  
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