Vintage Ampersand Brass Soaring Eagle Belt Buckle – Kalamazoo, Michigan

This vintage Ampersand Brass belt buckle features a dramatic soaring eagle in full wingspan, captured mid-flight over a rugged mountain and forest landscape. The eagle is deeply sculpted, with layered feather detail that gives the piece exceptional movement and dimensional depth.

The rectangular format sets this buckle apart from typical round wildlife designs, giving it a strong, bold presence on the belt. The background landscape adds a sense of place and freedom, reinforcing classic American symbolism — strength, independence, and open skies.

The reverse is clearly stamped “Ampersand Brass – Kalamazoo, Michigan”, confirming its origin from one of the more respected artisan buckle makers of the era. Ampersand pieces are known for their heavier brass, refined detailing, and smaller production runs, making them especially desirable to collectors.

Measures 2 1/2"W x 1 1/2"H

The buckle shows a rich, natural patina with subtle verdigris in areas, consistent with age and authentic use, and highly valued by collectors who prefer original finishes over polished brass.

Details:

• Maker: Ampersand Brass

• Material: Solid cast brass

• Origin: Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA

• Design: Soaring eagle over mountain & forest landscape

• Shape: Rectangular

• Finish: Original vintage patina

• Era: Vintage (circa 1970s–1980s)