Céline “Chantilly” Crocodile Horse-Bit Belt 76 cm Late 1960s Design Italy

Céline “Chantilly” Crocodile Horse‑Bit Belt – 76 cm – c. Late 1960s Design,  Brand: Céline (CELINE PARIS, Vipiana era, carriage logo stamp) Style: “Chantilly” model – crocodile waist belt with twin horse‑bit buckles and center hook‑ring closure Color: Black crocodile (deep brown-black) with tan leather lining; gold‑tone hardware Material: Genuine crocodile exterior; leather lining; gold‑tone brass hardware engraved “CELINE” Made in: Italy (stamped)  Vintage condition with visible wear consistent with age: surface scuffs and edge wear to crocodile, patina and scratches to hardware, and interior lining wear. Structure sound; hardware functional.  Description A collectible vintage Céline belt in genuine crocodile leather, featuring sculpted front panels joined by twin horse‑bit buckles and a discreet hook‑ring closure. Rich gold‑tone hardware (engraved CELINE) reflects the brand’s equestrian heritage. An elegant accent for dresses, tailoring, or outerwear; the patinated crocodile leather and bold hardware showcase classic 1960s Céline craftsmanship.  Exotic-leather disclosure: tonal variation and natural marks are inherent to crocodile.  Measurements (approx.) • Length: 28 • Width: ~1.5 -2 ( wider at scalloped front) (Measurements are approximate and may vary slightly.)  Provenance / Era Design introduced in 1968 and produced through the early 1970s under Céline Vipiana.