Mother and baby hippopotamus of the larger hippo family breed. At the beginning of the 21st century, the population of the common hippo declined more than 95 percent in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.They once ranged from the Nile Delta to the Cape, but now are mostly confined to protected areas. Hunted for their fat and valuable ivory tusks. In 2002, about 5.5 tons of hippo teeth were exported from Uganda, which equates to an estimated 2,000 individual wild animals slaughtered.

This buckle was artisan designed to bring awareness to their plight.

Made from casted Zamak metal. Electroplated with 925 silver. Oxidized and then hand polished to a mirror finish to reveal a bright and contrasting antique look. Coated with an epoxy protective finish.

The belt bar accommodates both a 40mm and a 1 1/2 inch wide belt strap.

Buckle is imported from Italy and ships from the US.