c1960 Carlos Diaz Modernist sterling bolo tie. Solid sterling, weight and measurements in pics (scale tared out with containter, weight shown is just the bolo). No damage, sterling tips and bolo slide. Hallmarked as shown. Exremely high quality. From huge collection 37" total length.

Carlos Diaz was born in Bogota, Columbia. At the early age of 14, he became an apprentice under his uncle who was a Silversmith and quickly fell in love with what would be his life long carreer and passion. After finishing his apprenticeship, Carlos learned the Art of Repousse and Chasing from Parisian Master Silversmith, Gaston Avenel. At 23, Carlos worked in Ecuador for a few years making chalices for the Catholic church and hollowware for the Embassy. In 1953, Carlos came to Tucson and began piecework for local jewelers.

In 1958, Carlos opened his own business and a few years later had become incorporated. Carlos graduated from the GIA, Gemological Institute of America, in 1978 and holds a degree in Gemology.

After half a Century, Carlos is still creating his own designs using Silver, Gold, Turquoise, Diamonds and a variety of other gemstones. He is also noted for his custom work and along with his silversmiths, produce special hollowware such as Chalices and baby cups. Other custom items including letter openers, key chains, money clips, etc. Carlos Diaz Silversmiths also has a unique and impressive collection of genuine, southwest Native American Jewelry.