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The famed Hobé jewelry designer created these impeccably gorgeous frames, especially for the bags by Josef. The two companies worked together to produce some of the most sought after evening clutches in the marketplace, both then and now. Purse collectors esteem to acquire one of these elusive evening bags but soon discover there are not many available. Each one is a work of art and this example is a glowing and sparkling beauty. Completely hand made, the micro deep gold glass beads simply shimmer with the look of 14 carat. In fact, they are so radiant that my camera lens could hardly handle it. Photos were taken without flash, you will love it when you see it, it's extraordinary.
The beadwork is heavily gathered and pleated about the frame, in the traditional French style, all well attached and secure. The purse is cleaned, spotless, showing little if any bead loss, I see no problems with this purse, it has totally captured my attention and deservingly so. I'm showing you lots of photos so you can see the fabulous details and exceptional eye appeal. The bright gold tone Hobé frame is crowned with heavily faceted, open backed, unfoiled glass stones that have the look and pizzazz of crystals. The color tones are the perfect compliment to the gold beading and top off the purse with a sense of charm and excitement. Even the lift to open clasp dresses the purse with more jewelry and dimension. All of the stones on this frame are well set. Under magnification, I find no cracks or chips, barely even see a scratch, just marvelous. 
 The frame is in excellent working order and the hinges are tipped with glass cabs, another recognized feature of these wonderful Hobé frames. The interior is lined with a rich bright ivory satin, sporting multiple pockets, one having the Josef designer label, another holding it's clear comb and there is a lipstick slot. The quality of this purse was carried through to the lining with full piping all the way around the perimeter, where it is attached to the frame. The lining is in clean condition, showing very little signs of usage or age, perhaps a tad bit of faint discolor to a pocket but hardly noticeable. This incredible Hobé and Josef designer evening handbag measures, stuffed with tissue, as follows: the bag alone without the frame is 4 in height by 9 in width across the bottom and gussets out about 1½ inches; the jewels span 6½ in width and stand 1¾ in height and the frame is 5¾ across the hinges. This evening bag looks to be fairly roomy and should address your needs for an evening that is sure to turn every eye in your direction. You will be the envy of every woman when you carry this purse. It's a delightful evening clutch and offers a rare opportunity to acquire one which is so dynamic. I know you want to own this purse, so let me know and I'll place it aside just for you.
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