{"product_id":"kurt-wayne-diamond-yellow-gold-ear-clips-1980s","title":"KURT WAYNE DIAMOND \u0026 YELLOW GOLD EAR CLIPS, 1980s","description":"\u003cp\u003eEIGHTIES GLAMOUR, TURNED ALL THE WAY UP: A spectacular pair of Kurt Wayne ear clips with an estimated 7 carats of white diamonds set on 18k yellow gold. Measuring 4.5cm long, they bring serious diamond power and physical presence to the face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated in the 1980s, these earrings capture the playful modernism for which Austrian-born, New York jeweller Kurt Wayne became known. Their generous proportions, powerful curves and combination of polished gold and diamonds belong to the decade of high-volume glamour as they do to the present time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach elongated, puffed-oval form is blanketed with round brilliant-cut diamonds, then crossed and framed by sweeping ribbons of polished yellow gold. The contrast is electric: intense fields of brilliance interrupted by fluid gold lines that appear to wrap themselves around the earrings. Substantial hinged omega clips with comfort pads make them suitable for non-pierced ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA COLLECTOR'S MUST-HAVE because a) their reduced scale frames the face with extraordinary impact; b) approximately 7 carats of diamonds create serious brilliance rather than polite sparkle; and c) their sculptural goldwork and signed Kurt Wayne provenance give them collector credibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTYLE: Let these earrings wake up your day looks as easily as they own the night. Use them to ignite a white tank and dark denim, bring golden warmth to chocolate, tobacco or cream pieces, or make them the only jewel against a black dress. Or wear just one when you wish to go for an asymmetric fashion statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hidein-fp\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur Price Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAN EXCELLENT PRICE when we consider the earrings’ diamond and gold content, signed design, craftsmanship and position within the current market:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• MATERIAL VALUE: Substantial 18k yellow gold construction, weighing 26.40g as a pair and set with an estimated 7ct of diamonds. Approximately 160–180 round brilliant-cut diamonds, estimated to weigh approximately 6.5–7.5ct in total. The graduated stones are closely pavé-set across the earrings’ deeply curved surfaces, producing extraordinary brilliance and visual volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• CRAFTSMANSHIP: Their puffed-oval construction, technically demanding curved pavé, sweeping polished-gold overlays and robust omega clips demonstrate sophisticated goldsmithing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• MAKER \u0026amp; PERIOD: Signed “© KW” for Kurt Wayne and estimated to date from the 1980s. The artisanal work, monumental proportions, and confident play of polished gold and diamond pavé are characteristic of the designer’s most collectible period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• MARKET POSITION: These earrings are positioned substantially below the international asking price of a comparable Kurt Wayne designs. Other signed examples with significantly lower diamond weights have also been offered at higher prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• RARITY: Signed Kurt Wayne ear clips of this 4.5cm scale, weight and estimated diamond content are difficult to source. Their elegant proportions and generous pavé distinguish them from more conventional period ear clips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese earrings have strong COLLECTOR APPEAL: A signed and materially important expression of 1980s jewellery, combining approximately 7ct of diamonds, substantial 18k gold construction and the glamour of Kurt Wayne’s sculptural designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBRAND \u0026amp; PERIOD: Kurt Wayne, est. 1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMATERIALS: 18k yellow gold; round brilliant-cut diamonds, estimate 6.5–7.5ct, approximately 80–90 diamonds per earring. Diamond weight is an estimate; please contact us for confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIMENSIONS: length 4.50cm. Please contact us for further measurements.\u003cbr\u003eWEIGHT: 13.20gr per earring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFASTENING: Hinged omega clip fittings for non-pierced ears\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJWL AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE:\u003cbr\u003e• Seller Profile: This item is offered by a Trusted Dealer in Italy\u003cbr\u003e• Maker's mark: Signed KW for Kurt Wayne\u003cbr\u003e• Hallmark 750 for 18 gold\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"JWL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58091341611339,"sku":"0005.03.000013","price":6915.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/4323\/1819\/files\/IMG_2864_copy.jpg?v=1786368246","url":"https:\/\/jwl.market\/products\/kurt-wayne-diamond-yellow-gold-ear-clips-1980s","provider":"JWL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}