RARE VINTAGE SIGNED HOBE OPEN BACK RHINESTONE GLASS HEART BROOCH
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:43140670 |
A beautiful statement piece this open back brooch features a blue center heart stone surrounded by smaller pink heart and round stones. Approx. 2.75"h, 2"w. signed on verso Hobe. Good condition, small chip to bottom anchor stone
Hobe jewelry is among the most collectible brands of costume jewelry. Hobe, (pronounced HO-BAY) was founded in 1887 as Hobe Cie, fine jewelry line in France, by goldsmith Jacques Hobe. The costume jewelry division was added 40 years later by his son, William Hobe.... The company slogan was JEWELS OF LEGENDARY SPLENDOR.The younger Hobe was commissioned by Flo Ziegfeld to design and manufacture jewelry for his Ziegfeld Follies costumes. Folklore has it that this connection was the origin of the phrase COSTUME JEWELRY. Visit our store to see our complete selection of offerings from several categories including antiques, jewelry & handbags, sterling silver, porcelain, and more. We will combine shipping whenever possible. Also, add us to your favorites by clicking the "Sign up" button in the lower left-hand corner of our store page to receive the latest news from White Room Auctions, including special promotions and new offerings. All International shipments are declared for the full value. Customs and import taxes are paid by the recipient. Returns are accepted only if items are damaged in shipping or not as described. There may be a restocking fee for returns.
Hobe jewelry is among the most collectible brands of costume jewelry. Hobe, (pronounced HO-BAY) was founded in 1887 as Hobe Cie, fine jewelry line in France, by goldsmith Jacques Hobe. The costume jewelry division was added 40 years later by his son, William Hobe.... The company slogan was JEWELS OF LEGENDARY SPLENDOR.The younger Hobe was commissioned by Flo Ziegfeld to design and manufacture jewelry for his Ziegfeld Follies costumes. Folklore has it that this connection was the origin of the phrase COSTUME JEWELRY. Visit our store to see our complete selection of offerings from several categories including antiques, jewelry & handbags, sterling silver, porcelain, and more. We will combine shipping whenever possible. Also, add us to your favorites by clicking the "Sign up" button in the lower left-hand corner of our store page to receive the latest news from White Room Auctions, including special promotions and new offerings. All International shipments are declared for the full value. Customs and import taxes are paid by the recipient. Returns are accepted only if items are damaged in shipping or not as described. There may be a restocking fee for returns.
