Collecting vintage jewelry is fun and a great hobby for many people who are collectors, buyers, and dealers. In the past year, fake Weiss jewelry has surfaced on eBay and other big-name auction sites like Yahoo. Many people are being cheated and spending more money than necessary. There are things to keep in mind when shopping for any type of vintage jewelry.
Weiss closed its doors in 1971 and no longer makes jewelry. A Rhode Island plant is making counterfeit Weiss jewelry and they’re even starting to make matching earrings. Not only in the United States, but now it starts in England. Fake jewelry is known as contemporary and is usually pretty, bright, and colorful. Most have textured backs of inexpensive jewelry.
To make matters worse, they are now starting to manufacture fake Lisner and Eisenburg jewelry. To ensure you get authentic 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 it from a reputable dealer who will give you a certificate of authenticity. I have collected vintage jewelry over the years and want to caution others to make sure their 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!