Authenticating Weiss Jewelry

by Natalie
(Miami,FL)

I inherited a large costume jewelry collection from my grandmother. So far, I found one Weiss piece and started to become interested in collecting them. I've read many experts opinions (online) on recognizing fakes. What I'm not sure about is pasting. The brooch I inherited has stones only held on by prongs, no paste/glue. Did Weiss ever paste stones in place or always use prong settings?

hinged plastic cuff bracelet

by Deb Bennett
(Geneva Nebraska)

We have this yellow hinged bracelet that looks similar to the thermoset clamper bracelets I have seen by Weiss, and is stamped 'Weiss' on the hinge. There are 5 rows of yellow stones on one half of the bracelet. It is 3/4" wides and 1/4" deep with a 2" inside circumference, I would think a size Small. What can you tell me about it, and is it of any value?

Weiss demi parure set w/gun metal setting (bracelet and earrings)

by sharon
(PA)

I bought some pieces that I can't find any information on--one set is listed on ebay now--it is a demi parure bracelet w/ rhinestones and gun metal setting and matching earrings. I'm new and wanted some things to wear to school, meetings, etc. Any help appreciated!!

Fake Weiss on eBay

by Kerry
(Portland, OR USA)

I wanted to warn people that jewel*world is selling a raft of fake Weiss pieces on eBay. I have made reports; let's see if eBay does the right thing.

Best,

Kerry

Weiss

by Lisa
(Des Moines, IA )

I am asking about a Weiss (marked) brooch that is multi-colored, leaf shaped with a stem and about 5-6" long.

Weiss Regal

Dear Vintage Costume Jewelry Guru,

Were any original Weiss pieces signed Weiss Regal?

I have several parures and keenly watch Weiss items for sale and have never seen this before (and yes - I tried googling it before I bothered you but couldn't find an answer).

I'd be thrilled if you can tell me more about this...

Weiss

Why are some brooch and earring sets only have the earrings signed but not the brooch....Thanks

weiss

by candy blair
(columbus ohio)

If the name WEISS appears on the earring does it make it worth more? Thanks

Fake Weiss?

Weiss Plate

I have been reading about how many fake Weiss pieces are out there and I was wondering if one of the characteristics of a fake Weiss is the name WEISS on a raised plate rather then engraved in the molding. Are there real Weiss pieces with this plate? Thank you

Jamie

WEISS porcelain brooch

by paula george
(ormond beach fl and atlanta ga)

I have a signed WEISS brooch/pendent that was my great grandmothers. I'm having a hard time locating something that looks similar. My question is did Weiss make many porcelain hand painted Victorian brooches?

Weiss Necklace

by Sandra
(UK)

I have purchased a necklace with a hook clasp on one end but no eye on the other end. I have inspected the blank end to see if something is missing but there doesn't seem to be but if I simply slot the hook between the diamantes then the back of the necklace doesn't sit flat. I have googled some images on Weiss necklaces and it seems as though this is a usual fitting. So how is this supposed to look nice from behind? Many thanks. Sandra