*Description: This is a great Hobe' Lucite beaded necklace with gold plated knot beads and matching dangle clip on earrings from the 1950s. The Lucite beads on this necklace are a pale yellow and as they turn in the light you can occasionally see an iridescent sparkle from within the bead. The beads are separated by gold plated ribbed knot beads which are also hanging on a chain as a part of the dangle earrings. These earrings have the screw back tightening portion but are clips. The set is very light in weight. This would be a great addition to your vintage jewelry collection or make a great vintage gift!
The original Hobe’ family was in business in the US from 1927 to 1995. William Hobe’ immigrated to the United States from France. His father Jacques Hobe’ was a well known designer of fine jewelry in France. William began his career in the US by selling theater costumes. Some were sold to Ziegfield of the Ziegfield Follies in New York. Mr. Ziegfield asked William to create real looking jewelry for the show. Under the direction of the Hobe family, Hobe’ jewelry enjoyed many years as a premier manufacturer of costume jewelry. Much of his jewelry was often hand made with high quality materials. Some Hobe’ slogans were “Jewels of Hobe’” and “Jewels of Legendary Splendor”. Information taken from Costume Jewelry 101 by Julia C Carroll.
*Approximate Measurements: Necklace Length - 20 Inches, Width - 10mm, Earrings Length & Width - 1 3/4 by 1/2 Inches *Condition: Great vintage condition. Will see signs of wear under magnification. See photos for details. *Hallmark: Hobe' *Item E4821
