Collecting antique jewelry is fun and a great hobby for many people who are collectors, buyers, and dealers. In the past year, Weiss’ fake jewelry has been featured on eBay and other big-name auction sites like Yahoo! Many people are being misled and spending more money than necessary. There are things to keep in mind when purchasing any type of vintage jewelry.
Weiss closed its doors in 1971 and no longer makes jewelry. A Rhode Island plant is making fake Weiss jewelry and they’re even starting to make matching earrings. Not just in America, but now it starts in England. Fake jewelry is known as contemporary and is generally pretty, shiny, and colorful. Most have inexpensive jewelry textured backs.
To make matters worse, they are now starting to make fake Lisner and Eisenburg jewelry. To make sure you are getting an authentic piece of jewelry, ask the seller if the piece is vintage or contemporary. Ask them to send you photos of the back to see if it is textured or not. The best way to ensure its authenticity is to buy from a reputable dealer who will provide you with a certificate of authenticity. I have collected vintage jewelry over the years and I want to warn others to make sure your items are vintage and authentic. As collectors, we value a piece of vintage jewelry as a piece of the past! Keep looking and enjoy your treasures!