Vtg Philippe TRIFARI Jelly Belly Rhinestone Sterling FROG Figural Brooch Pin

Description: Vtg Philippe TRIFARI Jelly Belly Rhinestone Sterling FROG Figural Brooch Pin Designed by Alfred Philippe and patented in 1943, this JELLY BELLY FROGis made of vermeil plated Sterling Silver, with a large domed smooth clear lucite “jelly belly” body, embellished with crystal chaton rhinestones and original large hi-dome emerald green glass cabochon eyes. A wonderful addition to your jelly belly or Trifari collection!Patent 135,172 (see photo of patent drawing)Featured in Brunialti’s American Costume Jewelry Book, Vol. 2 (see photo of page from book)My camera was acting up so photos are not super crisp but condition is really nice.**SORRY BUT PRICE IS FIRM ON THIS LISTING - NO WIGGLE ROOM** History Behind the Jelly Belly"One of the most immediately recognizable examples of vintage costume jewelry is the Jelly Belly pin or brooch. Pioneered by Trifari in the 1930s and perfected by the company’s head designer, Alfred Philippe, in the 1940s, the phrase Jelly Belly refers to a figural—usually an animal—pin with a rounded middle made out of polished Lucite. Jelly Bellies produced immediately after World War II are must-haves for many collectors of vintage costume jewelry.One of the earliest Trifari Jelly Bellies depicts a duckling hatching from an egg. With its pavé-set rhinestone head, red coral eye, and gold-plated eggshell, wings, and beak, this 1930s piece is everything a good Jelly Belly should be—elegant, charming, and whimsical.In the 1940s, Philippe created a menagerie of Jelly Belly creatures. Some were simple, such as a fly pin with rhinestones accenting the insect’s neck and wings. Others were more complex—Philippe’s seal featured an enormous arching Lucite body balancing a rhinestone sapphire ball on the tip of its gold-plated nose.Roosters and penguins are among the more common examples of the form. Rare Trifari Jelly Bellies include poodles, rhodium-plated elephants with black enamel tusks and a red enamel eye, and a cat pin with a chain in its mouth, from the bottom of which dangled a Lucite goldfish bowl (a goldfish was carved into the plastic from behind). Lucite goldfish-bowl earrings completed the ensemble.” HALLMARK: Trifari with Crown above the “T”SterlingDes. Pat No. 135172 MEASUREMENTS: 2.85” x 1.7" CONDITION: See condition description above, and photos PACKAGE INSURANCE REQUIREMENTFOR THE BENEFIT OF BUYER AND SELLER, most all of my packages INCLUDE insurance. If the shipped item for any reason is lost or damaged, I will initiate an insurance claim and you as Buyer agree to cooperate and assist in the claim process. The insurance company I use makes this process simple and swift as long as cooperation is timely provided. PLEASE do not open a Return Request through ebay as this will just complicate and slow down the claims process. The insurance company REQUIRES that all packaging material and damaged goods must be kept in the original form as received. Packaging and damaged goods should not be disposed of or released to the carrier before a claim is completed as PHOTOGRAPHS will be REQUIRED. Failure to comply will result in the denial of the claim. Included in BUYER’s cooperation and assistance will require the completion of an Affidavit confirming the damage. If that becomes necessary, I will forward a URL with link to the form and BUYER agrees to complete same online and submit timely. This process is not intended to cause a nuissance but instead is intended to provide peace of mind and assurance that all parties are made whole in the event of loss or damage. Your cooperation is required and greatly appreciated. NEW FINE PRINT AS OF JULY 2018: Ebay has changed their return policies and forced me to do the same. I am therefore no longer able to offer returns. All sales will be Final. Of course, I stand behind my merchandise. As as hard as I try to describe any flaw, if I have overlooked something I will work diligently with you to rectify so you are happy in the end. For my International customers, I will use Global Shipping Program wherever possible. The GSP quotes the shipping costs on each listing. I cannot see these costs on my end as it is customized by the GPS depending on which Country you are accessing Ebay from. In most cases, customs duty is quoted/estimated by Ebay in the shipping costs. Understand that customs duty is ALWAYS the responsibility of the Buyer. I will combine as many items as I can fit in one package for a discounted combined shipping price. Since the majority of my listings are BUY IT NOW, payment is expected at time of purchase, unless you are continuing to shop. In that instance, all items must be paid for together on one invoice so that you can take advantage of combined shipping discounts, and payment must be made within 3 days or item will be relisted and non-payment will be reported _gsrx_vers_1653 (GS 9.7.5 (1653))

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