Designer Signed Kurt Wayne Mexican Fire Opal Necklace

Item ID: AJ-LA #72151

$7,005.00

This stunning necklace was made by the late and great designer, Kurt Wayne, deceased in 1990. This privately commissioned piece is crafted of luxurious 18k yellow gold, made to coordinate with a rare pair of Tiffany & Co Mexican Fire Opal earrings, seen here. The necklace features 21 scintillating round accent diamonds that are of very fine quality. The necklace can be worn with or without the Mexican Fire Opal pendant enhancer. Read Full Description
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Vintage 18k Gold Kurt Wayne Necklace

This stunning necklace was made by the late and great designer, Kurt Wayne, deceased in 1990. This privately commissioned piece is crafted of luxurious 18k yellow gold, made to coordinate with a rare pair of Tiffany & Co Mexican Fire Opal earrings, seen here. The necklace features 21 scintillating round accent diamonds that are of very fine quality. The necklace can be worn with or without the Mexican Fire Opal pendant enhancer. The center of the removable drop pendant features a prong set Mexican Fire Opal that have been exquisitely faceted into a pear brilliant cut.

The Fire Opal is surrounded by 18 fine quality round accent diamonds The vivid pendant makes a statement and provides the perfect pop of color with it’s deep reddish orange hue. There is a total gem weight of 7.11 carats in the entire necklace! There are noteworthy flaws to report, only rare beauty. Pictured as received from a local estate, visit https://www.rubylane.com/item/510967-AJ-LAx20x2372150/Ultra-Tiffany-Co-Signed-4-78 for the availability of the ultra rare coordinating Tiffany & Co earrings.

MEASUREMENT: Drop 1″ x 5/8″

WEIGHT: 16.1 Grams

GEM: (1) 16 x 10.8mm Mexican Fire Opal, (18) 0.07ct each, (18) 0.04ct each, (3) 0.10ct each VS1 G Round Brilliant Diamonds

COMPOSITION: 18k Yellow Gold, Acid tested

MARKS: KW 750 18k

LENGTH: 16.5″

CONDITION: Estate Item, Very Good

COMMENTS:

Our family owned an operated store prides itself on offering you beautiful, great quality items at an amazing value. We specialize in vintage estate heirlooms and one of a kind custom pieces. We can design anything you dream of and turn it into reality. All items are presented as a gift whether purchased for someone else or for yourself! Our items are securely shipped in a gift box with beautiful packaging. Items will be shipped cleaned but to preserve natural patina if applicable. Polishing is always FREE upon request!

Features & Specs

Weight 16.1 oz
Dimensions 158 × 158 × 158 mm
Color

Gold, Orange, Yellow

Item Type

Vintage

Metal Type

18K Gold, Yellow Gold

Gemstone

Diamond, Opal, White Diamond

Stone Cut

Pear

Jewelry Era Style

Late 20th Century

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Yes, we can resize your ring. All sizing and any other repairs or specifications are completed in-house at our brick & mortar Jewelry Store in Largo, Florida.

Our experienced staff includes multiple gold, silver, and platinum smiths and are the best jewelers in Tampa. All work is done on-premise. If you see something online that you would like altered, don’t hesitate to inquire immediately while purchasing.

We frequently personalize antique and vintage pieces to suit the buyer and can suggest on-trend styles to make your purchase perfect for you. We employ a watchmaker with 40 years of experience, two jewelry designers, GIA-trained certified diamond appraisers/buyers, expert jewelers, Rolex watch specialists, coin/bullion & numismatic specialist, and a fully trained staff of salespeople ready to help you. Please note that customized pieces can not be returned, as they have been altered to fit the customer’s needs.

All items purchased from Arnold Jewelers in Tampa are presented as a gift whether purchased for someone else or for yourself. Our items are securely shipped in a gift box with beautiful packaging, tied with a bow. Purchases will be shipped cleaned, preserving the natural patina if applicable. Polishing is always FREE upon request!

We offer 6-month layaway of regular-priced items over $500. We will divide your purchase into 6 equal payments and invoice you each month. Layaways are non-transferable and final sales. Any money put towards the layaway will be forfeited if the layaway is canceled. Only one layaway at a time. Several items can be put on layaway in one order, however, multiple purchase orders for layaway are not allowed. Please ask us if the item qualifies for layaway before creating a purchase order.

Yes, we have a graduate gemologist on staff that does jewelry insurance appraisals in Largo for $60 an item. This service requires an appointment. Please contact us directly interested in this service.

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The cost of jewelry repair depends on the item. If you don’t see the type of jewelry repair you are looking for on this chart below, you may call, text, or bring in your repair to our Jewelry Store in Largo for a free quote.

Starting costs for basic jewelry services:

  • SOLDER: $30
  • RING SIZING: 10K GOLD $35+ | 14K GOLD $45+ |18K GOLD $55+ | SILVER $25+ | PLATINUM $100+
  • STONE SETTING: ACCENT STONES $15 | COLORED CENTER STONES $35+ | DIAMOND CENTER STONE $100+
  • POLISH: YELLOW GOLD $10+ | WHITE GOLD & RHODIUM $60+
  • RETIP PRONGS: GOLD $16+ | PLATINUM $100+
  • HEAD REPLACEMENT: GOLD $100+ | PLATINUM $300+
  • CLASP REPLACEMENT, 14K LOBSTER: SM $60 | MED $100 | LG $160 | XL $220 | SPRING RING (SIZES VARY) $40+
  • REPLACE EARRING BACKS: $20+