Hippo Ivory Canine Handcrafted 18mm Round Bead (2 pcs) Start Price USD 49.99 Current Price USD 49.99 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, September 04, 2008 End Time Thursday, September 11, 2008 Location CA See more about 'Hippo Ivory Canine Handcrafted 18mm Round Bead (2 pcs) ' Description # ITEM NO. HZ0118 Item Name: Hippo Tusk Ivory Canine Handcrafted 18mm Round Bead (2 pcs) Condition: Brand New Item     Material: 100% Genuine Hippo Ivory Canine Handcrafted  18mm Round Beads. The colour is natural ivory colour.  Quantity: 2 pcs of individual beads Remarks: This item is 100% handmade. All materials we used are in high quality. All beads are make by our artisan. The quality are excellent. It is a good choice for jewelry designer. All beads are in natural colour.       tide-hippo is a major hippo tusk ivory carvings & jewelry exporter and manufacturer in . We currently export more than 100,000 products from our factory . All hippo tusk ivory parts in our carvings & jewelry are hand carved. All carvings & jewelry from tide-hippo are hand made. Hippo tusk ivory is the major material in our design. We use 100% genuine hippo tusk ivory in our carvings & jewelry, which was imported directly from Africa. Some jewelry designs are matching with various kinds of material such as silver, crystal and gems. High quality and wonderful workmanship. Very competitive price because we are the direct manufacturer and exporter. 100% satisfaction guarantee. tide-hippo always offer the widest selection of hippo tusk carvings, jewelry and premium gift ideas, giving our buyers a wonderful shopping experience. We assure the highest quality and the most reliable delivery commitments.   Payment and Shipment: Paypal is preferred. Standard Shipping and handling charge for the first item: $5.00 Each additional item in the same shipment: $2.00 Optional insurance is available, $2 per each $60 value. Return Policy: 7 day satisfaction money-back guarantee. All returned items must be in their original condition, without any damage or alteration. Shipping & handling charges are not refundable. Packaging: A free gift box will be provided together with the purchased item. Please visit the ABOUT ME PAGE to get more information of Tide-hippo. Your enquiry is always welcome, please send us Email:mkt@tide-mammoth.com   WHAT IS HIPPO TUSK IVORY? WHAT IS HIPPO ( HIPPOPOTAMUS )? HIPPOPOTAMUS Historically, hippos have been found throughout all of sub-Saharan Africa. The hippopotamus is typically a slate brown color to muddy brown, with purplish hues often visible. A massive animal, it measures 1500mm in height at the shoulder and has a length of 4310-5160 mm, of which about 560mm is tail. The eyes and nostrils protrude, allowing the animal to see and breathe while otherwise submerged in the water. Hippopotamus is a valued food source for many of the native people of Africa. The meat is highly prized, as is the large quantity of fat obtained from the kill of a single animal. The hippos teeth are characterized by a thick outer coating of enamel and the fact that they are denser and of finer grain than elephant ivory. Hippos teeth yield superior ivory, and the hide is also considered valuable. Hippopotamus frequently raid agricultural crops. They can inflict a great deal of damage, and inhibit local economies. They are also highly aggressive creatures and have little fear of humans. They are considered among the most dangerous African animals. (Information from The Animal Diversity Web: http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/accounts/hippopotamus/h._amphibius$narrative.html) Place a Bid!