Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Austrian, American
Kurt Wayne brought an optimistic and playful style to the art of making jewelry. Celebrated by those in the know for his alluring, offbeat creations that feature south sea pearls, emeralds and more, Wayne strayed from conventional jewelry design of the time, making such bold decisions as setting a square-cut diamond in the center of a polished orb of black onyx. The Austrian-born designer produced lively pendants, rings and brooches made to resemble frogs, canaries and owls, and with radiant starbursts and clustered stones, Wayne's style was meant to bedazzle as much as it was to stoke the imagination.
Not much is known about the life of Kurt Wayne. He is believed to have been born in 1909, in Vienna, and was reportedly fostered by a jeweler at the age of ten. Under the jeweler's tutelage, Wayne learned about watchmaking and how to work with gold, silver and precious stones.
At the time, the whiplash lines, vibrant materials and dramatic imagery that had characterized the Art Nouveau style — cemented in Viennese culture by artists such as those in the Wiener Werkstätte collective and others working in the Jugendstil style in Germany and Austria — had given way to Art Deco’s geometric diamond brooches and long pearl necklaces.
In 1937, Wayne emigrated to the United States and settled in New York City. He is said to have established his own business in 1945 and found great success in making jewelry. Throughout his career, he developed close ties to the Zale family of Zale jewelers and with Stanley Marcus of Neiman Marcus.
Wayne created imaginative modernist cocktail rings and other accessories during the 1970s and 1980s that are still widely collected today.
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Creator: Kurt Wayne
Dealer: J. Birnbach
Kurt Wayne 11.42 Carat Oval Rhodolite Garnet and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This striking cocktail ring is a bold celebration of color and elegance. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, it features an impressive 11.42 carat oval rhodolite garnet with a rich, raspberr...
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20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
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Kurt Wayne 2.27 Carat Total Round and Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring by renowned designer Kurt Wayne blends warmth, sparkle, and timeless sophistication. Crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, the design features 1.00 carat total weight of...
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20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
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Diamond, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne 3.44 Carat Total Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This striking 18K yellow gold ring is a bold, architectural statement. Set with 3.44 carats of assorted baguette-cut diamonds, it celebrates clean lines, symmetry, and sparkle. The v...
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20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne 2.75 Carat Total Round and Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This striking 18K yellow gold ring is a bold yet timeless design, perfect for those who appreciate vintage glamour with a refined edge. The band is set with a total of 10 round brill...
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20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne 2.38 Carat Total Oval Ruby Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This Kurt Wayne 2.38 Carat Total Oval Ruby Ring is a stunning statement piece that exudes elegance and rich color. The centerpiece is a vibrant oval ruby, radiating a deep, captivati...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne 0.54 Carat Round Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This signed Kurt Wayne ring is a timeless treasure that blends classic elegance with vibrant color. Crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, the design centers around a vivid 0.54 carat ruby...
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20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne 0.79 Carat Oval Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Kurt Wayne 0.79 Carat Oval Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring is a timeless blend of elegance and artistry. At its center is a vibrant 0.79 carat oval emerald, radia...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne 2.27 Carat Step Cut Emerald and Diamond Five Stone Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Kurt Wayne 2.27 Carat Step Cut Emerald Ring is a captivating blend of bold design and elegant craftsmanship. The centerpiece is a striking 2.27 carat step-cut emerald, ...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne Starburst Diamond Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This charming and unique piece by Kurt Wayne features a 0.10ct round diamond and nine straight baguettes that form a graceful asymmetrical starburst design. The setting and chain are...
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2010s American Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$840 Sale Price
20% Off
Kurt Wayne 2.02 Carat Round Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
Timeless and sophisticated, this Kurt Wayne 2.02 Carat Round Sapphire and Diamond Ring is a striking statement of elegance. At its center is a vivid 2.02 carat round sapphire, radiat...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Kurt Wayne 1.87 ct Round Diamond Compass Set Eternity Band in 18K Yellow Gold
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This elegant eternity band by Kurt Wayne is a stunning complement to any engagement ring or is beautiful worn on its own. The band contains 23 2.7mm round diamonds, G/H color and VS...
Category
20th Century American Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat yellow gold ring features a 0.70-carat brilliant cut diamond as the center stone, accentuated by four marquise cut sapphires for a total weight of 1.07 carat and two ba...
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kurt Wayne 3.17 Carat Amethyst Cabochon Cocktail Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This elegant vintage ring by Kurt Wayne is a timeless celebration of color and craftsmanship. At its center is a 3.17 carat cabochon amethyst, set in a clean and modern bezel that le...
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne 1.44 Carat Citrine Cabochon Cocktail Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant ring by Kurt Wayne brings a warm, golden glow to any collection. The center stone is a 1.44 carat cabochon citrine with a luminous, honeyed tone and smooth, polished sur...
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20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne 0.80 Carat Round Ruby Wave Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This playful yet elegant wave ring by Kurt Wayne brings a vibrant splash of color to any jewelry collection. Crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, the band features a flowing wave motif t...
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne 1.20 Carat Oval Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This signed Kurt Wayne emerald and diamond ring is a vibrant and elegant piece from a celebrated American designer. At its heart is a richly colored 1.20 carat oval emerald, bezel-se...
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Kurt Wayne 3.35 Carat Rubellite Cabochon Cocktail Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This bold and elegant ring by renowned designer Kurt Wayne showcases a vivid 3.35 carat rubellite cabochon in a smooth, high-domed cut that glows with rich raspberry tones. The stone...
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Rubelite, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne 1.78 Carat Oval Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This charming vintage ring is a warm and vibrant piece that brings together classic craftsmanship and rich color. At its center is a 1.78 carat oval green tourmaline with a lush, sat...
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Kurt Wayne Platinum and Diamond Earrings
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
Charming Earrings crafted in Platinum and featuring Round Brilliant Diamonds for a total weight of 0.75 Carat.
Those earrings have an Omega Post.
Type: Earrings
Creator : Kurt Way...
Category
20th Century American Modern Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Kurt Wayne Oval Emerald Pendant with Diamond Halo in 18K Yellow Gold
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful pendant by Kurt Wayne features a rich green 0.56 carat oval shaped emerald. The center gemstone is framed by 0.35 carats of round diamonds. The decadent green is the p...
Category
2010s American Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Yellow Gold
$2,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat yellow gold ring features a 0.15 carat round brilliant diamond. The center stone is delicately highlighted by two sapphires with a deep blue color for a total weight of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Kurt Wayne Men's Diamond Gold Dress Set
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This 18kt yellow gold men's dress set is part of the Kurt Wayne collection. The set consists of four highly polished circle studs with 1.47ctw of pave set round brilliant diamonds. P...
Category
Late 20th Century American Kurt Wayne Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
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Kurt Wayne Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Ring
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Kurt Wayne 11.50 Carat Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
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A spectacular ring by American designer Kurt Wayne centers around a jaw-dropping 11.50 carat blue opal with flashes of patchwork green and orange fire. This incredible stone is claw-...
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Kurt Wayne Emerald Diamond Gold Band Ring
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This lovely 18kt yellow gold Kurt Wayne ring features both a brush and high polish finish with two rows of alternating princess cut green emeralds totaling 0.63cts and princess cut d...
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Kurt Wayne Baguette Diamond Gold Stud Earrings
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These lovely earrings are part of the Kurt Wayne collection. This unique alternative to the basic round brilliant stud features 1.76ctw of straight baguette diamonds bezel set into h...
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Kurt Wayne Sapphire and Diamond Ring
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This classic ring is part of the Kurt Wayne collection. This 18kt gold ring features a 3.15ct rectangular step cut deep blue sapphire center with six round brilliant diamond sidesto...
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Kurt Wayne South Sea Pearl Diamond gold Necklace
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This captivating 18kt yellow gold wheat chain necklace is part of the Kurt Wayne collection. It features two diamond accented oval shaped gold beads joined by a round brilliant diamo...
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Kurt Wayne Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Mouse Pin
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This whimsical 18kt white gold pin features two adorable little mice made of black and white South Sea pearls with bezel set ruby cabochon eyes totaling 0.04cts with diamond accented...
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Kurt Wayne Tourmaline & Diamond Pendant
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful 18kt yellow gold Kurt Wayne signed pendant features a stunning deep bluish green step cut tourmaline weighing 7.22cts with a row of 7 graduating prong-set round brilli...
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Kurt Wayne Emerald Diamond Platinum Frog Brooch
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This platinum Kurt Wayne frog motif brooch contains 0.68ctw bezel set round brilliant diamonds and bezel set green emerald cabochon eyes weighing 0.21c...
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Kurt Wayne Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This classic 14kt yellow gold Kurt Wayne pendant features an 11.0mm creamy white pearl drop and a bail encrusted with 0.17ctw of pave set round brilliant diamonds suspended from a 16...
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Pink Sapphire Gold Breast Cancer Awareness Pin
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful 14kt yellow gold breast cancer awareness pin is part of the Kurt Wayne collection. It features 25 prong set richly colored pink round bril...
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Kurt Wayne Princess Diamond Platinum Cross Pendant
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Kurt Wayne jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Kurt Wayne jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Kurt Wayne jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Kurt Wayne diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 36, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 42 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by Hidalgo, Hearts On Fire, and Aletto Brothers. Prices for Kurt Wayne jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,170 and tops out at $49,999, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $5,447.