Hobe 1950s Criss Cross Rhinestone Necklace and similar items

This breath taking, get-your-sunglasses-baby, set is orange aurora borealis with clear aurora borealis rhinestones all prong set in gold tone plated metal. There is minor wear showing in the gold tone plating on the back side of only the necklace and earrings (original owner must not have worn the bracelet much.) Some mild tarnish on the flat surfaces, and responds to bright shiny finish with a light rub of a rouge cloth (or even a finger!) All pieces are marked HOBE. This set is featured on page 110 of “ABCs of Costume Jewelry” by David Lee Salsbery, 2003. It’s always a thrill to see your jewelry showcased in a reference book. The necklace is made of small square block sections that give it flexibility – adjusts in length from 14 ” to 16” with a hook and tail clasp, is 5/8” wide and the center section is 2 ” long. The bracelet is 7 3/8” x 1” – is equipped with a fold over clasp with a safety chain for security. The earrings are 1 ” x ” – are equipped with the Hobe’s patented roller cushion clips (which make them more comfortable on the earlobe.) "Jewels of Legendary Splendor" William Hobé was the son of a master goldsmith, and it's fair to say like father, like son. Becoming a master jeweler himself, William opened his own company "Hobé Cie" in New York to produce costume jewelry of exquisite quality known not only by retail businesses serving public fashion - to Hollywood theater and movie production. In the 1950s – 1960s, advertising for Hobe could be found in many woman’s magazines and carried in better department stores in fashionable color combinations for the perfect accessory for classic, quality clothing. BTW, 10% of every sale goes to World Vision to help improve the lives of impoverished communities. STXTX Wedding Jewelry, Mother of Bride, Jewels of Splendor, William Hobe, Glitz Sparkle, Signed Marked, Demi Parure Set, 1950s 50s 1960s 60s, Bridal Jewelry, Something Old, Designer Signed, Vintage Collectible,