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Hobe Earrings

Hobé Rhinestone Earrings
Hobé Rhinestone Earrings

Hobé Rhinestone Earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Alford, MA

Hobé earrings featuring clear, sapphire, and ruby crystals in a goldtone metal paisley shaped frame.

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Mid-20th Century American Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Hobe Crystal Cascade Clip Earrings 1950S
Vintage Hobe Crystal Cascade Clip Earrings 1950S

Vintage Hobe Crystal Cascade Clip Earrings 1950S

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Wilmslow, GB

Fabulous Hobe quality, quirky earrings with a cool style.

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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

HOBE signed vintage gold tone rhinestone designer clip on earrings
HOBE signed vintage gold tone rhinestone designer clip on earrings

HOBE signed vintage gold tone rhinestone designer clip on earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed Hobe • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 57 ...

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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Smoked Topaz and Emerald Rhinestone Dome Earrings By Hobé, 1960s
Smoked Topaz and Emerald Rhinestone Dome Earrings By Hobé, 1960s

Smoked Topaz and Emerald Rhinestone Dome Earrings By Hobé, 1960s

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Each earring measures 1" in diameter - Gold plated - High quality prong set Smoked Topaz-colored, Emeral...

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Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Vintage HOBE signed gold tone enamel flower designer clip on earrings
Vintage HOBE signed gold tone enamel flower designer clip on earrings

Vintage HOBE signed gold tone enamel flower designer clip on earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed HOBE • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A65 ❤️...

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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

HOBE signed vintage silver tone glass stones designer clip on earrings
HOBE signed vintage silver tone glass stones designer clip on earrings

HOBE signed vintage silver tone glass stones designer clip on earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed HOBE • silver tone with glass stones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 5...

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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Pastel Pink & Blue Cabochon, Faux Pearl and Baguette Statement Earrings By Hobé
Pastel Pink & Blue Cabochon, Faux Pearl and Baguette Statement Earrings By Hobé

Pastel Pink & Blue Cabochon, Faux Pearl and Baguette Statement Earrings By Hobé

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid century - Ornate statement piece - Rare style from the classic jewelry company, Hobé - Each earring measures 3" ta...

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Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Vintage HOBE signed gold tone red glass beaded cluster designer clip on earrings
Vintage HOBE signed gold tone red glass beaded cluster designer clip on earrings

Vintage HOBE signed gold tone red glass beaded cluster designer clip on earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed HOBE • gold tone with glass beads • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A6...

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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Hobe Long Revivalist Portrait Earrings
Hobe Long Revivalist Portrait Earrings

Hobe Long Revivalist Portrait Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Hobe 18th Century revivalist long earring, of gilt metal,crystal and hand tinted chromo lithographs of an 18th century courtesan.

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Vintage 1930s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Hobe Peacock Fringe Set Necklace & Earrings
Hobe Peacock Fringe Set Necklace & Earrings

Hobe Peacock Fringe Set Necklace & Earrings

$1,400Sale Price / set|20% Off

Hobe Peacock Fringe Set Necklace & Earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Hobé necklace and earrings set constructed from gilt brass and glass beads.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Brass

Vintage silver tone leafs designer clip on earrings
Vintage silver tone leafs designer clip on earrings

Vintage silver tone leafs designer clip on earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • silver tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A65 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE...

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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

HOBE signed vintage gold tone beaded glass designer clip on earrings
HOBE signed vintage gold tone beaded glass designer clip on earrings

HOBE signed vintage gold tone beaded glass designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed HOBE • gold tone with glass beads • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 54 ...

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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Smoked Topaz and Emerald Rhinestone Crystal Statement Earrings By Hobé, 1960s
Smoked Topaz and Emerald Rhinestone Crystal Statement Earrings By Hobé, 1960s

Smoked Topaz and Emerald Rhinestone Crystal Statement Earrings By Hobé, 1960s

By Trifari

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Each earring measures 1.25" in diameter - Gold plated - High quality prong set Smoked Topaz-colored, Eme...

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Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Uranium HOBE Festoon Bib Glass Necklace Earrings Hollywood 1930s Jewelry
Uranium HOBE Festoon Bib Glass Necklace Earrings Hollywood 1930s Jewelry

Uranium HOBE Festoon Bib Glass Necklace Earrings Hollywood 1930s Jewelry

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Oversized stones and incredible detail make this Hobé set a piece of Costume Jewelry History. The Earring’s fit very securely and are constructed with a built in cushion roller for...

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

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Copper

1960s Hobé Green Rhinestone Parure with Necklace, Bracelet & Earrings, Signed
1960s Hobé Green Rhinestone Parure with Necklace, Bracelet & Earrings, Signed

1960s Hobé Green Rhinestone Parure with Necklace, Bracelet & Earrings, Signed

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in McKinney, TX

- Gold tone, with gold filled screw on earring backs - Prong set faceted green rhinestones in two tones - Clear rhinestone accents - Bracelet features fold over clasp and necklace fe...

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Vintage 1960s American Modern Choker Necklaces

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HOBE Elongated Triangular Earrings with Faux Emerald Inlay and Drop Beadwork
HOBE Elongated Triangular Earrings with Faux Emerald Inlay and Drop Beadwork

HOBE Elongated Triangular Earrings with Faux Emerald Inlay and Drop Beadwork

Located in Palm Springs, CA

This lovely pair of HOBE earrings combine a sense of geometry with the stunning allure of faux emerald cabochon work and bead drops.

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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

VINTAGE HOBE RARE HUGE DANGLE MULTI-STONE EARRINGS
VINTAGE HOBE RARE HUGE DANGLE MULTI-STONE EARRINGS

VINTAGE HOBE RARE HUGE DANGLE MULTI-STONE EARRINGS

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is a pair of vintage Hobé clip earrings. All prong-set stones in a gold tone setting. 3"x 1" Please e-mail or call us with questions as our vintage and designer items ...

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Vintage 1950s Dangle Earrings

50'S Pair Of Gold,  Milk Glass & Swarovski Crystal Earrings By, Hobe
50'S Pair Of Gold,  Milk Glass & Swarovski Crystal Earrings By, Hobe

50'S Pair Of Gold, Milk Glass & Swarovski Crystal Earrings By, Hobe

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Each gold plate filigree clip style earring is signed on the underside, Hobe.

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Mid-20th Century American Clip-on Earrings

Hobe` Art Deco Double Fan Three Stone Clip - On Earrings Circa. The 1950's
Hobe` Art Deco Double Fan Three Stone Clip - On Earrings Circa. The 1950's

Hobe` Art Deco Double Fan Three Stone Clip - On Earrings Circa. The 1950's

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Galveston, TX

Irresistibly unique this art deco style, double fan gold-tone design highlights the stunning three-stone sparkling rhinestones that range in color, size, and shape. Hobe jewelry i...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Hobe Crystal ear cuff earrings
Hobe Crystal ear cuff earrings

Hobe Crystal ear cuff earrings

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H 2.75 in W 1.5 in

Hobe Crystal ear cuff earrings

Located in New York, NY

This Hobe late 1960s early 70s ear cuffs are meant to be worn over the entire ear. They are in great condition with no stones missing. They are clip ons.

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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Hobe Green, Blue Beaded Necklace, Bracelet, Earring Set
Hobe Green, Blue Beaded Necklace, Bracelet, Earring Set

Hobe Green, Blue Beaded Necklace, Bracelet, Earring Set

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Stamford, CT

Hobe set of blue and green beaded necklace with small gilt leaves, expandable matching bracelet, and beaded clip earrings.

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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces

HOBE 1960s Citrine Chartreuse Glass Seed Bead Intricate Clip On Earrings
HOBE 1960s Citrine Chartreuse Glass Seed Bead Intricate Clip On Earrings

HOBE 1960s Citrine Chartreuse Glass Seed Bead Intricate Clip On Earrings

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Brass crescent swiss cheese backs conceal all the wirework holding these constructed earrings together and the classic clip on backs by Hobe with rolling plastic cylinder are extant...

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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Signed Hobe Vintage Cobalt Blue and Light Blue Glass Bracelet and Earrings Set
Signed Hobe Vintage Cobalt Blue and Light Blue Glass Bracelet and Earrings Set

Signed Hobe Vintage Cobalt Blue and Light Blue Glass Bracelet and Earrings Set

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Jacksonville, FL

Step into a world of vintage elegance with this exquisite Hobe Vintage Cobalt Blue and Light Blue Glass Bracelet and Earrings Set.

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20th Century American Art Deco Link Bracelets

Gilded Leaf Rhinestone Earrings by Hobé, Signed circa 1950s
Gilded Leaf Rhinestone Earrings by Hobé, Signed circa 1950s

Gilded Leaf Rhinestone Earrings by Hobé, Signed circa 1950s

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in McKinney, TX

These gorgeous Hobé clip-on statement earrings, circa 1950s, are one of the brand's more fun and unique designs.

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Designer Sparkling Ice CZ Rhinestone Clip Earrings Signed Hobé
Vintage Designer Sparkling Ice CZ Rhinestone Clip Earrings Signed Hobé

Vintage Designer Sparkling Ice CZ Rhinestone Clip Earrings Signed Hobé

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Vintage Designer Hobé Sparkling Ice CZ Rhinestone Ear Climber Clip Earrings with set with Sparkling multi color Ice Rhinestones and black glass cabochons.

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Mid-20th Century French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

LB Sterling Silver vintage brooch Hobe earring concha Peacock pearls necklace
LB Sterling Silver vintage brooch Hobe earring concha Peacock pearls necklace

LB Sterling Silver vintage brooch Hobe earring concha Peacock pearls necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

LB offers a sterling Silver vintage engraved brooch with an antique Hobe sterling silver earring as the centerpiece of this highly unusual necklace.

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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sterling Silver

HOBE Wrap Bracelet and Clip Earrings Set C1950s
HOBE Wrap Bracelet and Clip Earrings Set C1950s

HOBE Wrap Bracelet and Clip Earrings Set C1950s

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Pend; they feature the well known Hobe' Roller comfort clips, providing comfort and ease of wearing, unique to Hobe earrings.

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Vintage 1950s American Clamper Bracelets

vintage Hobe Chandelier Earrings 1960s
vintage Hobe Chandelier Earrings 1960s

vintage Hobe Chandelier Earrings 1960s

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A fabulous pair of 1960s vintage Hobe Chandelier Earrings. The perfect bright and impactful chandelier earring.

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Vintage 1960s Chandelier Earrings

1950's Hobé Watermelon Crystal Dangle Earrings & Pendant Necklace Set
1950's Hobé Watermelon Crystal Dangle Earrings & Pendant Necklace Set

1950's Hobé Watermelon Crystal Dangle Earrings & Pendant Necklace Set

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Atlanta, GA

As the story goes, Hobé put the 'costume' into costume jewelry starting with William Hobe's work for Florenz Ziegfeld and the Follies in the 1920's.

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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Drop Earrings

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Gilt Metal

Beaded "Fruit Salad" Statement Earrings By Hobé, 1950s
Beaded "Fruit Salad" Statement Earrings By Hobé, 1950s

Beaded "Fruit Salad" Statement Earrings By Hobé, 1950s

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1.5" in diameter - White plastic beads - Colorful glass fruit beads: pear, strawberry, orange - Gold tone hardware - Clip on earring backs...

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Hobé Vintage Gilded Pearl & Crystal Rhinestone Statement Earrings, Signed, 1950s
Hobé Vintage Gilded Pearl & Crystal Rhinestone Statement Earrings, Signed, 1950s

Hobé Vintage Gilded Pearl & Crystal Rhinestone Statement Earrings, Signed, 1950s

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in McKinney, TX

Gorgeous Hobé clip-on statement earrings, circa 1950s, featuring faux pearl and crystal rhinestone accents and vibrant gold-plating.

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Pastel Milk Glass and Rhinestone Criss-Cross Earrings By Hobé, 1960s
Pastel Milk Glass and Rhinestone Criss-Cross Earrings By Hobé, 1960s

Pastel Milk Glass and Rhinestone Criss-Cross Earrings By Hobé, 1960s

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Each earring measures .9" x .5" - Gold plated hardware - Pastel pink and blue milk glass - Clear crysta...

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Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Vintage HOBE gold beaded designer clip on earrings
Vintage HOBE gold beaded designer clip on earrings

Vintage HOBE gold beaded designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed HOBE • gold tone with beads • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1.25" by 1" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VI...

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20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Hobé Jet Black Faceted Glass Bead Choker Necklace and Dangle Earrings
Vintage Hobé Jet Black Faceted Glass Bead Choker Necklace and Dangle Earrings

Vintage Hobé Jet Black Faceted Glass Bead Choker Necklace and Dangle Earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Topeka, KS

Beautiful and Classic jet black faceted glass bead choker necklace and dangle earrings by Hobé. The set is in wonderful vintage condition.

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Mid-20th Century Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Glass

Hobe Rose Crystal Cluster and Coral Bead Clip On Earrings and Infinity Bracelet
Hobe Rose Crystal Cluster and Coral Bead Clip On Earrings and Infinity Bracelet

Hobe Rose Crystal Cluster and Coral Bead Clip On Earrings and Infinity Bracelet

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Milford, DE

A matching set of cluster clip-on earrings and an eternity bracelet by Hobe. The earrings feature a cluster of lavender, pink, and coral-colored beads in floral motifs.

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Mid-20th Century Beaded Bracelets

Hobé Demi Parure
Hobé Demi Parure

Hobé Demi Parure

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H 2 in W 2.5 in

Hobé Demi Parure

Located in Alford, MA

Fabulous Hobé brooch and earrings containing unusual black marquise stones with a "drizzle" of silver overlay, each one unique.

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Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Vintage Hobe Earrings Saphiret 1960s
Vintage Hobe Earrings Saphiret 1960s

Vintage Hobe Earrings Saphiret 1960s

Located in Austin, TX

Period: 1960 Hallmark: Hobe Condition: perfect Dimensions: H 1.3 Inch Materials: base metal, rhinestones, glass beads

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Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Hobe Seed Pearl And Crystal Clip Earrings
Vintage Hobe Seed Pearl And Crystal Clip Earrings

Vintage Hobe Seed Pearl And Crystal Clip Earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

These vintage signed Hobe faux pearl seed earrings have baguettes on the top and smaller crystals accents.

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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

1960'S Silver & Swarovski Crystal "Diamond" Fringe Chandelier Earrings By, Hobe
1960'S Silver & Swarovski Crystal "Diamond" Fringe Chandelier Earrings By, Hobe

1960'S Silver & Swarovski Crystal "Diamond" Fringe Chandelier Earrings By, Hobe

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1960'S Silver & Swarovski crystal clear "diamond" rhinestone fringe earrings By, Hobe. Features, pave and prong set stones set in silver rhodium plate metal.

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20th Century Chandelier Earrings

Vintage Hobe Parure Emerald Green, Topaz Crystal Necklace, Earring & Bracelet Se
Vintage Hobe Parure Emerald Green, Topaz Crystal Necklace, Earring & Bracelet Se

Vintage Hobe Parure Emerald Green, Topaz Crystal Necklace, Earring & Bracelet Se

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

I was very happy to come across this vintage Hobe parure. It is difficult to find this set complete with the bracelet, earrings and necklace.

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Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Hobe Large Austro-Hungarian Style Necklace and Earrings
Hobe Large Austro-Hungarian Style Necklace and Earrings

Hobe Large Austro-Hungarian Style Necklace and Earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Litchfield County, CT

Signed enamel and gilt Hobe larger Austro-Hungarian necklace and earrings.

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Vintage 1940s More Necklaces

Signed Hobe Wire Work Brooch and Earring Set
Signed Hobe Wire Work Brooch and Earring Set

Signed Hobe Wire Work Brooch and Earring Set

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Stunning wire work Hobe brooch and earring set. The jewelry is set with paste stones in clear, pink and green.

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Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Vintage Hobe Crystal Huge Bib Necklace And Earring Set
Vintage Hobe Crystal Huge Bib Necklace And Earring Set

Vintage Hobe Crystal Huge Bib Necklace And Earring Set

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

It has a hook closure. The matching clip earrings measure 3” x 1-1/2” at its widest point. It is signed “Hobe” on the hook and is in excellent condition.

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Vintage 1960s American Drop Necklaces

Hobe Gilt Metal and Art Glass Collar and Earrings
Hobe Gilt Metal and Art Glass Collar and Earrings

Hobe Gilt Metal and Art Glass Collar and Earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Fabulous Hobe Demi Parure consisting of a beautiful gilt metal choker with art glass medallion and matching clip earrings.

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Vintage 1970s American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

1960s Pair of Austrian Crystal Gold Plate Earrings by Hobe
1960s Pair of Austrian Crystal Gold Plate Earrings by Hobe

1960s Pair of Austrian Crystal Gold Plate Earrings by Hobe

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Sparkling Austrian cut crystal rhinestones prong set in gold plate clip style earrings singed, Hobe. Features citrine topaz large centre stone, surrounded by yellow diamond, emerald ...

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Mid-20th Century Collectible Jewelry

Vintage Signed Hobe Earrings
Vintage Signed Hobe Earrings

Vintage Signed Hobe Earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

These vintage signed Hobe earrings features a peridot center rhinestone with clear rhinestone bead accents.

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Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

1960'S Silver & Swarovski Crystal "Diamond" Fringe Chandelier Earrings By, Hobe
1960'S Silver & Swarovski Crystal "Diamond" Fringe Chandelier Earrings By, Hobe

1960'S Silver & Swarovski Crystal "Diamond" Fringe Chandelier Earrings By, Hobe

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1960'S Silver & Swarovski crystal clear "diamond" rhinestone fringe earrings By, Hobe. Features, pave and prong set stones set in silver rhodium plate metal.

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20th Century Chandelier Earrings

1960'S Gold Milk Glass & Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone Dome Earrings By, Hobe
1960'S Gold Milk Glass & Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone Dome Earrings By, Hobe

1960'S Gold Milk Glass & Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone Dome Earrings By, Hobe

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1960'S Gold Plate white and robins egg blue milk glass bead and Swarovski crystal clear rhinestone earrings by, Hobe. These prong set earrings are each signed on the underside, Hobe.

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Mid-20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

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By Hobé Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Hobe Jeweled Clip from the 1920's with sterling clip fitting. Crystal and emerald pastes in varied cuts are set in typical Hobe setting in a marquise shaped clip. 1920's US...

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass

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Hobe Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of hobe earrings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gilt Metal, Gold Plate and Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of hobe earrings to choose from, but Modern hobe earrings are of considerable interest. Hobé Jewelry each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Crystal versions from the 2 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many mixed cut hobe earrings for sale. Most of our hobe earrings for sale are for women, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Hobe Earrings?

On average, hobe earrings at 1stDibs sell for $258, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $695 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Earrings for You

In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.

Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.

Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.

While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.