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Trifari Sterling Vermeil Jelly Belly Frog Brooch NWS 4-1484 ~ Isn't he adorable? This Trifari Jelly Belly Frog is made of sterling vermeil (sterling silver coated with gold plating), clear rhinestones, faux emerald cabochon eyes, and a pear-shaped, lucite belly. ~ The reverse is signed "Trifari" with the crown logo over the "T", and "Sterling", and "Des Pat No 135172". ~ The Trifari designer was Alfred Philippe who was famous for his many designs at Trifari. ~ Measures 2.85" x 1.7" ~ The original patent, filed in 1943, is shown above. Research: This is a famous Trifari piece and is featured in several books, including A. Gordon's, 20th Century Costume Jewelry, p. 119, and the Brunialtis', American Costume Jewelry, pp. 149-50 ~ In excellent condition, with all original stones, and the vermeil is excellent! Price = $695.00 b3, q-z 3, jb Who was Trifari?
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