Description: Vintage Hobe Brooch with Aquamarine Stone and Emerald Accents - Rare Early Design This vintage brooch is a rare find for any jewelry collector. It features an early Hobe design, showcasing a stunning aquamarine stone with emerald accents, all set within a multicolor matrix of gold and silver filigree. Measuring approximately 2 3/8 inches long by 1.5 inches wide, the intricate detailing and craftsmanship of this piece give it a unique and captivating look, sure to draw attention from anyone who appreciates fine jewelry. This brooch is an unsigned, rare early Hobe creation, with stones that exhibit a light aquamarine hue when compared to the surrounding clear stones (please refer to the last photo for a closer look). If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. I'm also happy to provide a video of the brooch upon request. A Brief History of Vintage Hobe Jewelry Hobe jewelry was founded in 1927 by William Hobe, a French designer who brought his skills to the United States. The company quickly gained a reputation for producing high-quality costume jewelry that rivaled fine jewelry in craftsmanship and design. During the 1940s and 1950s, Hobe pieces were highly sought after, especially by Hollywood stars and costume designers, making them a popular choice for movies and stage productions. Their intricate designs often included a mix of semi-precious stones, glass beads, rhinestones, and detailed metalwork in gold and silver tones. Hobe's use of superior materials, such as Austrian crystals, Czech glass, and filigree work, set their pieces apart from other costume jewelry of the time. Although Hobe created both signed and unsigned pieces, the unsigned pieces, like this early brooch, are often highly valued for their rarity and unique designs. If you're looking for a truly special piece of Hobe jewelry that embodies the elegance and attention to detail the brand is known for, this brooch is a perfect addition to your collection.
Price: 3500 USD
Location: Clifton, New Jersey
End Time: 2024-11-17T03:04:30.000Z
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Brand: Hobe
Type: Brooch
Main Stone Shape: Emerald
Color: Multicolor
Base Metal: Unknown
Material: Rhinestone
Main Stone Color: Aqua
Metal: Unknown
Secondary Stone: Aquamarine
Jewelry Department: Fashion
Country of Origin: United States
Main Stone: Rhinestone