John W. Day Pat. 3675277 Vintage Green Jade Rabbit Bolo Tie
This vintage bolo tie features a hand-carved green jade rabbit set on a silver-tone slide with a John W. Day tension clasp stamped Pat. No. 3675277 (issued 1972). It is in excellent vintage condition overall, with a consistent patina and minor surface wear/light scratching appropriate for age (see photos). The dark brown braided leather cord remains supple and intact, and the silver-tone tips are firmly attached. Fully functional and ready to wear or display. Free shipping is included; check the listing for details on handling time, carrier, and delivery estimates.
| Location | Albion US |
| Shipping | Free shipping (check listing for details) |
| Seller |
stderek
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| Listing | FixedPrice · Active |
| Start time | 2025-12-12T19:24:17.000Z |
| Brand | Unbranded |
| Type | Bolo Tie |
| Department | Men |
| Customized | No |
| Signed | No |
| Theme | Western |
| Main Stone Color | Green |
| Handmade | Yes |
| Main Stone | Jade |
VINTAGE 1970s HAND-CARVED GREEN JADE RABBIT BOLO TIEThis is a stunning vintage bolo tie featuring a meticulously hand-carved green jade rabbit set on a polished silver metal backing. This piece captures classic Southwestern style with an elegant, natural element, verified as a collectible item from the early 1970s.KEY FEATURESPendant/Slide: Features a beautiful, hand-carved jade rabbit in a deep green color. The stone is securely set against a large, polished silver-tone metal backing. The jade exhibits natural
color variations and dark inclusions typical of genuine stone.Cord: Strung on a braided dark brown/tan leather cord, in excellent vintage condition.Tips: Finished with decorative silver-tone metal tips (aglets) with a tiered, conical design.Overall Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The silver metal shows a natural patina and light wear consistent with age.MARKINGS AND AUTHENTICATIONThe tension clasp on the back of the slide is key to dating and authenticating this piece:Clasp Stamp: PAT. NO. 3675277Verified Era: This is the famous John W. Day bolo clasp design, officially issued on July 11, 1972. This conclusively dates the mechanism and the piece itself to the early 1970s, a prime era for Western jewelry. This non-slip, spring-loaded mechanism is considered highly reliable for secure and easy adjustment.
Material Note: The metal content is not explicitly marked as Sterling (925) but has a rich, aged silver appearance.APPROXIMATE MEASUREMENTS (FINALIZED)Bolo Slide (Silver Plate): Approx. 2 1/8 inches wide x 1 3/8 inches tall.Jade Rabbit Carving: Approx. 1 7/8 inches long x 1 5/16 inches tall.Leather Cord: Approx. 32 inches long (total length, not including tips).Tips (Aglets): Approx. 3/4 inches long.
