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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Creator: Henry Dunay
Gemstone: Diamond
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 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
Diamond Cocktail Ring By Henry Dunay, 4.30 Carats
By Henry Dunay
Located in New Orleans, LA
This remarkable Henry Dunay diamond cluster cocktail ring centers on a stunning round brilliant cut diamond of I color and VS1 clarity, weighing approximately 1.05 carats. It is enci...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Henry Dunay 2ct Diamond Bamboo Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate Henry Dunay Diamond Bamboo Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold. The bracelet features approximately 2ctw of brilliant cut round diamonds.
7" Length
28.77 Grams
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 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 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 Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Henry Dunay
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Henry Dunay diamond and platinum pendant necklace.
SPECIFICATIONS:
DIAMONDS: nineteen round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 carat, approximately F-G color, VS c...
Category
1990s American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Floral Brooch By Henry Dunay
By Henry Dunay
Located in New Orleans, LA
This sophisticated brooch from the famed American jeweler Henry Dunay takes the form of a bouquet of beautiful amaryllis flowers. Two colored diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 car...
Category
20th Century American Modern Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Dunay Architectural Brooch in 18k Gold and Diamonds
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage Dunay gold and diamond brooch evokes images of the Greek Parthenon or perhaps the ancient Roman Forum. It is large, measuring in ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Classical Greek Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay Diamond, Simulated Diamond Lachrymosa Mask
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold "LACHRYMOSA MASK", set with numerous round diamonds, oval, pear and marquise-shaped simulated diamonds, gross weight approx. 553.65...
Category
1990s Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 1980s 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Knot Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Dallas, TX
From designer Henry Dunay, circa 1980s, 18 karat yellow gold diamond knot ring. This ring is crafted with 13 round brilliant cut diamonds with a tota...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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 Diamond Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k yellow gold earrings , designed by Henry Dunay. Adorned with approx. 0.60ctw G/VS diamonds. The earrings measure 18mm x 15mm. Hallmarked 18k Dunay. Weight of the pair - ...
Category
Late 20th Century Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Pearl Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate Henry Dunay Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold. The ring features a 11.8mm cultured pearl and 32 brilliant cut diamonds. Ring size 8.
1...
Category
1980s Vintage Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 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 Sabi Link Diamond Necklace Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate Henry Dunay Sabi Link Diamond Necklace in 18K yellow gold. The necklace features approximately 11.90ctw of round brilliant cut diamonds that are F-G...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 "SABI" Diamond and Gold Watch
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful watch is encrusted with 216 brilliant round diamonds. Diamonds weighing 2.40 carats total, E-F color and VS clarity. Made in 18 karat yellow gold. Approximately 116 grams
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Platinum Diamond Bracelet
By Henry Dunay
Located in Dallas, TX
Henry Dunay Diamond Bracelet in Platinum. The bracelet features 1.80ctw of brilliant round diamonds. Signed Dunay 950PT D2129.
6 5/8 inches long
34 Grams
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Henry Dunay Cabochon Cat's Eye Sillimanite and Diamond Dome Ring 18 Karat
By Henry Dunay
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This absolutely gorgeous contemporary cat's eye sillimanite and diamond dome ring made by Henry Dunay will be you new signature piece. Adorn your finger with this stunning cabochon c...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Henry Dunay
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Henry Dunay diamond and platinum pendant necklace.
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Category
1990s American Contemporary Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Henry Dunay Yellow Gold Ornate Diamond Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Dallas, TX
Clip On Henry Dunay Yellow Gold Ornate Diamond Earrings, fleur de lis. Stamped 750 and Dunay hallmark.
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 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 Diamond Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large 18k yellow gold brushed finish earrings, set with approx. 2.60ctw in diamonds. Earrings are 28mm x 21mm. Marked: 750, C1241, Dunay, 18k. Weight - 29.2 grams.
Category
20th Century American Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Gold and Diamond Bonsai Tree Brooch by Henry Dunay
By Henry Dunay
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this brooch by American jewelry designer Henry Dunay takes the form of a bonsai tree with leaves made of 1.36 carats of white diamonds. Dunay is known for...
Category
20th Century American Retro Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Knot Earrings, 1980s
By Henry Dunay
Located in Austin, TX
A stunning pair of vintage 1980's 18k gold, ruby and diamond earrings by Henry Dunay,
The earrings of knot form, with a well matched pair of bold and bright Burmese rubies at the c...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Gold Necklace with Peridot and Diamonds
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat gold necklace with peridot and diamonds by Henry Dunay. The necklace has brushed gold curb links centering one heart shape perid...
Category
1980s Vintage Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 Platinum Baroque Pearl and Diamond Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Houston, TX
Henry Dunay platinum ring featuring a large baroque pearl surrounded by diamonds. There are 82 round diamonds surrounding the pearl which total 3.28 ca...
Category
Late 20th Century American Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
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 11.00 Carat Diamond Wing Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately a total of 11.00 carats.
Signed by Henry Dunay
1 3/4 x 1 inch
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay 18K Hammered Gold and Pavé Diamond Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Houston, TX
Henry Dunay ring composed of 18K yellow gold with pavé round brilliant-cut diamonds. The ring features a hammered finish. There are 99 round brilliant-cut diamonds that total 2.22 ...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Henry Dunay Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, 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, 18k Gold, White 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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