18K, Diamond & Ruby matching pair of Hippopotamus Vintage brooches, Cellino.
Cellino hippopotamus matching whimsical brooches, one with diamond eyes, the other with rubies. The brooches are signed on the verso with 18K. The 2 diamonds are round brilliant cut, and estimated to be near colorless, H, and very slightly included, VS, and weigh .30 cts. The other hippo has cab red ruby eyes.
The hippos weigh a hefty 31.9 grams. We are offering these well made pieces as a set as well as separately that can also be found also under brooches.
Please note, Our model is a medium to large size.
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