Henry Dankner & Sons Necklaces
American
The foundations of the New York City jewelry company Henry Dankner & Sons lie in early 20th-century Hungary. In 1930, Henry Dankner opened his workshop in Budapest. The modest-size firm saw a great deal of success until the Nazis took over Hungary in 1944.
The war forced the family to flee the country, taking everything of value from the workshop with them that they could carry. The family ended up in New York City, and in the early 1950s Dankner re-established his jewelry business. Many believe that his capital for opening the business was provided by the precious metals the family brought with them when they fled.
The family worked as a unit, day and night, to produce charms that brought them great success. By the 1960s, the jewelry shop had grown considerably — boasting nearly 30 employees.
Henry Dankner passed away in 1971, and his sons Robert and George took over the business. They did their father's legacy proud, and by the 1980s, major luxury jewelry brands Cartier and Harry Winston were distributing charms that the workshop produced.
Business flourished for the next two decades. In 2014, the company closed its doors for good, donating its paperwork, molds and tools to the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York.
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Creator: Henry Dankner & Sons
Henry Dankner Cat Pendant Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Sapphire Ruby Animal Jewelry
By Henry Dankner & Sons
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Dankner cat pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s).
Two rubies measure approx. 3mm each, one sapphire measures approx. 3mm. The gemstone...
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Vintage Dankner 14k Gold Ruby and Blue TopazSpinning Mechanical Large Rare Charm
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Henry Dankner & Sons charms are highly collectible, rare and known fo extraordinary details. This spinning heart charm is no exception.
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Dankner I Love You Gold Charm
By Henry Dankner & Sons
Located in New York, NY
Round charm, with applied letters that spell out "I love you." Made and signed by DANKNER. 14K shiny and textured yellow gold. There is an applied star, set with a sapphire; there...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Henry Dankner & Sons Necklaces
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Henry Dankner & Sons necklaces for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Henry Dankner & Sons necklaces 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 Henry Dankner & Sons jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Henry Dankner & Sons ruby necklaces, from our inventory of 4, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 4 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 1960s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider necklaces by Weiss, Trianon, and Marcel Boucher. Prices for Henry Dankner & Sons necklaces can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,400 and tops out at $4,800, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $3,200.