Authentic vintage belt buckle manufactured by Buck-L-Up, featuring a classic Walking Liberty–inspired design. The front depicts Liberty striding forward with flowing robes, holding a staff and olive branch, with sun rays rising behind her. The word “LIBERTY” arches across the top, while MCMVI (1906) appears on the face, referencing the date associated with the original Walking Liberty coin design.
This buckle is a decorative reinterpretation, not a coin and not silver. Buck-L-Up was a prominent American belt buckle manufacturer active primarily from the 1970s through the 1990s, producing heavy cast buckles centered on Americana, biker culture, Western themes, patriotism, and countercultural imagery. Their products were commonly sold through motorcycle shops, Western wear stores, and roadside retailers and were designed as bold statement accessories.
The reverse is clearly stamped BUCK-L-UP, confirming the maker. The buckle has a dark pewter tone finish with visible wear, scratches, and surface aging consistent with age and use. Standard belt hook and prong construction.
Historical Context:
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Walking Liberty imagery originates from early 20th-century U.S. coin design
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Buck-L-Up adapted iconic American symbols into wearable accessories
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Popular among biker and Americana enthusiasts in the late 20th century
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Produced as fashion and statement buckles, not commemorative coins
Details:
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Maker: Buck-L-Up
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Cast metal construction with pewter tone finish
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Walking Liberty–inspired design
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“LIBERTY” text with Roman numeral MCMVI
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Standard belt hook and prong
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Fits most standard belts
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Vintage condition with wear consistent with age
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