Henry Dunay Jewelry
Henry Dunay is one of the finest goldsmiths and jewelry makers of the 20th century. The seasoned American designer has for decades created exquisite jewelry by hand that is characterized by bold proportions and precise craftsmanship. Dunay’s breathtaking brooches, bracelets, rings and other accessories have garnered worldwide renown and — on the secondary market — are being reappraised by collectors as icons of contemporary design.
Dunay was born Henry Loniewski in Jersey City, New Jersey, and apprenticed for a downtown New York City jeweler named Rudolph Cacioli in his early teens. He spent a little less than seven years working under Cacioli, and set off to open his own business in 1956. He took on his mother's maiden name Dunay, believing his family name would be an obstacle to his success. At first, Dunay secured work designing pieces for other jewelers, including Harry Winston, one of the first figures in the field to recognize the branding power of lending glitzy fine jewelry for red-carpet events. As his skill set broadened, Dunay began handcrafting his own designs and built a name for himself.
Dunay’s business exploded thanks to the publicity around the De Beers Diamonds International Award he won in 1967. From then on, his fame grew and demand increased for his unique adornments, which feature distinctive metal finishes as well as blue sapphires, pavé set diamonds and a range of other gems. Dunay went on to win more awards from De Beers Diamonds and a wealth of other national and international awards throughout his career.
Dunay garnered acclaim for a sophisticated engraved-surface technique he calls Sabi, which draws on the traditional Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi, and iconic figures such as Elizabeth Taylor, Nancy Reagan and Princess Diana all wore his elegant pieces for public appearances. At the 2003 Academy Awards, many celebrities donned Dunay’s Dove of Peace pin, commissioned by Global Vision for Peace and inspired by the work of Pablo Picasso. The designer is a member of the Gemological Institute of America and a past president of the American Jewelry Design Council. In 2009, he sold his company and later established H.D.D., Inc.
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Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Creator: Henry Dunay
Henry Dunay 18 Karat Hoop Shrimp Style Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
The earrings is finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and weighing total of 20.1 dwt.
sign Henry Dunay
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold GIA Cabochon Green Tourmaline & Diamond Brooch Pin
By Henry Dunay
Located in Montclair, NJ
Henry Dunay is known for quality gemstones, diamonds and Gold finishing. All that is on full display with this magnificent work of Art. The center Green Tourmaline is clean and vivid...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Twisted Ribbon Link Collar Necklace Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted with exquisite artistry, this Henry Dunay collar necklace showcases a mesmerizing twisted design, reminiscent of delicately intertwined ribbons. Meticulously fashioned from r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Sabi Shell Brooch
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
"Sabi" shell brooch in textured 18k yellow gold accented by diamonds by American designer Henry Dunay. The curved shell design measures 3.5" in length, and is set with one hundred e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Hammered Finish Large Clip-on Earrings Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous pair of Henry Dunay clip-on earrings, crafted in radiant 18 karat yellow gold, is a testament to the designer's distinctive artistry and craftsmanship. The large flame-...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18kt Gold Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Iconic Henry Dunay 18kt yellow gold twist cocktail ring. Perfect for every occasion, day or night. This will be a great investment piece for any collection.
Most importantly this ri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Brushed Gold Diamond Swirl Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Unleashing the artistry of gold and diamonds. This Henry Dunay brushed gold diamond swirl ring is a symbol of exquisite craftsmanship and luxur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Gold Platinum and Diamond Free Form Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Ring, having a free form flowing design the top of the ring measures 7/8 x 1/2 inch and weighs 11 Grams. Nice Sold construction wi...
Category
Early 2000s American Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Henry Dunay Curb Diamond Sabi Link Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in La Jolla, CA
Henry Dunay 'Sabi' Diamond Curb Link Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 'Sabi' Diamond Curb Link Necklace features 11 Pavé diamonds curb links in the front in 18k Yellow Gold. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold 2.10ct Diamond Hammered Finish Section Link Bracelet
By Henry Dunay
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(15) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - VVS2 Clarity - E/F Color - 2.10ctw (approx.)
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Weight: 25.45 Grams
Chain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Platinum Diamond Hammered Texture Bracelet
By Henry Dunay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Henry Dunay diamond bracelet boasts a unique hammered texture. This listing is for the bracelet only; the matching necklace is a separate listing.
The bracelet, made in platinum, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Henry Dunay Platinum Diamond Hammered Texture Necklace
By Henry Dunay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An elegant Henry Dunay necklace with a touch of mesmerizing brilliance. This listing is for the necklace only; the matching bracelet is a separate listing.
The necklace, made in pla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Henry Dunay Scalloped Earrings 18k Yellow Gold Non-Pierced Clip-On
By Henry Dunay
Located in McLeansville, NC
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
Weight: 16.9 Grams
Stamps: 18k, Dunay, C3251
Closure: Clip-On Omega Backs
Measurements: 19.3 x 18.4 mm
Category
2010s Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Faceted Gold and Golden South Sea Pearl Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Atlanta, GA
Henry Dunay is one of the greatest American jewelers of our time. This pair of earrings, just over 1 1/2 inches in length is from his faceted collection and features 14.4mm golden So...
Category
Early 2000s American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay 18K Gold Doorknocker Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Houston, TX
Estate Henry Dunay 18K yellow gold doorknocker earrings in both the Sabi finish and a high polish finish. A fluid design that measures 2 1/4 inches long and 1 1/4 inches at the wide...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Henry Dunay Cinnabar Bracelet in 18K Gold and Platinum
By Henry Dunay
Located in Houston, TX
An estate Henry Dunay platinum and 18K yellow gold bracelet from the Cinnabar collection. It has eight plaque like links with a textured design. It measures 7 inches in length and ...
Category
Early 2000s American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Platinum
Henry Dunay Zambian Minor Oil Drop Cabochon Emerald & Diamond 18k Link Necklace
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
Henry Dunay signed natural cabochon cut emerald and mixed cut diamond pendant necklace. Set in 18k solid yellow gold, with a fancy link chain and lobster clip closure. Certified by G...
Category
Early 2000s Zambian Retro Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Singed Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k Ribbed Textured Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
Henry Dunay signed elevated 19 piece diamond cluster ring, set in 18-karat textured ribbed solid yellow gold.
Details:
✔ Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
✔ Size: 8
✔ Weight: 17.3 Grams
St...
Category
Early 2000s Art Deco Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Sabi Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Henry Dunay South Sea pearl and diamond ring with the 'Sabi' finish. Set with one South Sea cultured pearl measuring 13.25mm. One side of the mounting is pave-set with 68 round bri...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Strand Necklace
By Henry Dunay
Located in Southampton, PA
A series of 18K Yellow Gold links on five individual strands come together to create this bold, sophisticated Henry Dunay necklace. This striking accessory measures 15” long and come...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Seashell Brooch/Pin Hammered Finish 18K Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Perry, FL
Hammered Finish Signed Henry Dunay Seashell Brooch/ Pin in 18K Yellow Gold.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Yellow Gold Platinum Elephant Brooch
By Henry Dunay
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A cute elephant brooch by Henry Dunay. Made of 18k yellow gold. Tusks are platinum. Stamped with Henry Dunay maker's mark, a serial number and the hallmarks for 18k gold and 5% ruth...
Category
Early 2000s Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Henry Dunay Signed 19.48 Carat Colombian Emerald Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
The prominent Polish-American designer, Henry Dunay, fashioned this 19.48 carat Colombian Emerald set in 18 karat solid yellow gold. The Emerald radiates vibrant vivid green color hu...
Category
Early 2000s American Art Deco Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Yellow Gold Shell Clip-On Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An amazing pair of clip-on earrings by Henry Dunay. Made of textured 18k yellow gold.
Stamped with Dunay maker's mark and a hallmark for 18k gold.
Measurements: 1 1/8" H x 1" W. The...
Category
Early 2000s Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Faceted Collection Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Atlanta, GA
This sleek flattering shaped earring is from Henry Dunay's popular faceted collection. 1 inch in length makes this a perfect wearable choice.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Henry Dunay Sabi and Shiny Open Knot Motif Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Atlanta, GA
Henry Dunay is perhaps one of the most recognized living jewelry designers. This is a wearable more moderate in size designs at 3/4's of an inch in length. The open knot design is de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set in polished 18K Yellow Gold these pair of Henry Dunay earrings are beautiful with 5.00 cts set in diamonds. Both earrings weigh a total of 50.61 grams.
1.50 x 0.89 wide
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Gold and South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Atlanta, GA
From Henry Dunay's faceted collection. Exceptional South Sea baroque pearls ( 24 x 16 mm ) are suspended from elegant faceted gold shield shaped tops. 2 1/8 inches in length. Simple...
Category
Early 2000s American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay Pearl Diamond Sabi Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Dallas, TX
White South Sea Pearl (16 mm)
Round brilliant cut pave set diamonds weighing 1.60 carats, F-G color and VVS1-VVS2 clarity
18K Yellow Gold
Weight approximately 20 Grams
Ring size 6.5
Category
Early 2000s Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay Sabi Collection Diamond and Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Atlanta, GA
Henry Dunay's Sabi collection features completely hand engraved and finished 18k gold. He has combined brilliant cut diamonds in this soft flattering shaped design that can go from d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay Platinum and Diamond Sabi Finish Ear Clips
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Henry Dunay, platinum ear clips, Sabi finish, set with 236 full cut round diamonds weighing 3.90cts total.
Brand new, never worn
Last retail $34,500
Category
Early 2000s American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Henry Dunay Rose Quartz Saba Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Bethesda, MD
From acclaimed designer Henry Dunay a pair rose quartz earrings. The earring feature a 18*12mm cabochon rose quartz set in an 18 karat gold frame with Dunay's distinctive Saba finish...
Category
Early 2000s American Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Sabi Finish South Sea Pearl Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Henry Dunay 18K yellow gold ring, Sabi finish, set in center with one South Sea Pearl, 14mm.
Finger size 6, may be sized
Category
Early 2000s American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay Lady's White Gold Diamond Quartz Wristwatch
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Henry Dunay 18K white gold, Sabi finish, quartz movement strap watch with diamond face on a black alligator strap with deployant buckle.
Case measures 1 1/8 inch by 7/8
Brand new, ...
Category
Early 2000s American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay The Collection Pear Drop Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind signed platinum freeform diamond earrings from The Collection by Henry Dunay. These diamond earrings feature 108 pave set round brilliants weighing 0.97ctw and 10 pear ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Henry Dunay jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Henry Dunay 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 Henry Dunay jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Henry Dunay diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 41, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 172 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 Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co., Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., and Alex Soldier. Prices for Henry Dunay jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $875 and tops out at $250,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $5,389.
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