Get-Glam | Style Network » collecting as investment http://get-glam.verabattemarco.com Style is not only about how you look, it's about how it makes you feel. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:03:18 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Be Aware of Fake Kenneth Jay Lane Jewelry! http://get-glam.verabattemarco.com/be-aware-of-fake-kenneth-jay-lane-jewelry/ http://get-glam.verabattemarco.com/be-aware-of-fake-kenneth-jay-lane-jewelry/#comments Tue, 25 Aug 2009 20:09:42 +0000 GetGlam http://get-glam.verabattemarco.com/?p=181

Be aware of fake Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry in the marketplace. I recently purchased a KJL rhinestone butterfly brooch, even though the colors looked a bit odd for his designs.  It was pretty, so I bought it.

Back at the studio I started the cleaning process as I do with each piece I offer for sale, prior to doing the research involved in each listing. When I started to hand polish the back, the name tag fell out! It was glued and not soldered!

So carry your loupe with you and make sure to check the area around the tag for the solder. If it is not soldered, it is not authentic!

This one is an authentic early 1960′s necklace.  Note the soldering around the tag, there is no gap.

KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Vintage 1960s India Inspired Long Necklace

KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Vintage 1960s India Inspired Long Necklace

Notice the solder puddle around the tag, this is authentic.

Notice the solder puddle around the tag, this is authentic.

If you have a question, please post a comment.

]]> http://get-glam.verabattemarco.com/be-aware-of-fake-kenneth-jay-lane-jewelry/feed/ 0 Collecting Vintage Jewelry as Investment http://get-glam.verabattemarco.com/collecting-vintage-jewelry-as-investment/ http://get-glam.verabattemarco.com/collecting-vintage-jewelry-as-investment/#comments Wed, 06 May 2009 15:14:58 +0000 GetGlam http://get-glam.verabattemarco.com/?p=101

Who would know that your finds could be an investment? I am not an investment expert, so see these two shows by Consuelo Mack Wealthtrack which aired on PBS. Ms. Mack was voted Best Business Host by Money Magazine.

Of particular interest to this blog are the appearances by Patrizia Di Carrobio, Jewelry Expert and Dealer. Her history is amazing, from Italy to America. Her grandmother shared a New York apartment with Elsa Schiaparelli in the 1930s and begin consulting wealthy Americans on Fashion and Lifestyle choices. Patrizia moved to the US in 1980 and begin her career at Christie’s where she became one of Christie’s first women auctioneers.  Her taste in impeccable, her  opinions are practical and valuable. I really enjoy her appearances and I trust you will too.

The first video was made in the Spring of 2008.  The second is from March 2009.  Both are timeless and have great information for all categories of Arts, Jewelry and Collectibles.  More information about this show can be found at PBS.org, your local Public Television station or at wealthtrack.com

Don’t feel bad when buying Vintage Jewelry or Collectibles. A wise purchase can be a palpable investment you will wear or enjoy for many years to come.

Vintage Jewelry as an Investment Videos.  To learn more about Patrizia visit her site at PatriziadiCarrobio.com

Now have hubby watch it with you ;)

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