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Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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
Henry Dunay Hammered Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
Large and graceful 18 karat hammered gold earrings by Henry Dunay. They have the hammered gold finish that he often used. The earrings have a lovely curvilinear design measuring 1 1/...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold

Henry Dunay New York Knots Clip on Earrings in Faceted 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
Clips earrings designed by Henry Dunay. Beautiful bold ear-clips, created at the atelier of Henry Dunay in New York city, back in the 1990. They was crafted as a left and right in s...
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1990s American Modernist Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay 18K Hammered Gold Knot Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
These 18 karat gold earclips by Henry Dunay are a classic! In a knot motif design and hammered finish, these are perfect for everyday wear. Stamp: Dunay 18K Gross weight: 26.70 gra...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold

Henry Dunay Nightwind Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Atlanta, GA
Henry Dunay knows how to create designs and shapes to fit and flatter a ladies face. This is from Henry Dunay's rarest collection Nightwind. Simply elegant. 1 inch in length.
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold

Henry Dunay Faceted Geometric Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Atlanta, GA
Henry Dunay's faceted collection may be the all time most popular. This double fan shaped design fits perfectly. Chic and flattering. 1 1/8 inches in length.
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Early 20th Century American Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Henry Dunay Knot Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1980s Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.0 grams Designer: Henry Dunay Measurements: 17.5mm x 13.850mm Condition: Excellent
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1980s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Ear-Clips
By Henry Dunay
Located in Bradenton, FL
These stunned clip-on earrings have knot-style design of highly polished 18K yellow gold with ninety-two pave set round brilliant-cut natural diamonds (F-G Color, VS Clarity). They ...
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1980s North American Modern Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

HENRY DUNAY 18k Yellow Gold Designer Leaf Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with these exquisite gold tone earrings, masterfully crafted by renowned designer Henry Dunay. Made from luxurious 18k yellow gold, these earrings wei...
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20th Century Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay Hammered Gold Half Hoop Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
Henry Dunay half hoop earrings done in hammered gold, one of the finishes for which he is well known. Henry Dunay began his own jewelry firm in 1956 and continued it until 2008. Dur...
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold

Henry Dunay New York Faceted Hammered Clips on Earrings in Textured 18Kt Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of clips earrings designed by Henry Dunay. Great hammered and Faceted ear-clips, created at the Henry Dunay atelier in New York city, back in the 1990's. They were carefully ...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay Hammered Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
Henry Dunay swirled, oval earrings in one of his favorite hammered gold finishes. The earrings are 3/4" wide and 1 " long. Perfect for either day or evening wear. Clip backs can be c...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold

HENRY DUNAY New York Clips-On Earrings In Solid Faceted 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips-on earrings designed by Henry Dunay. This is a beautiful and rare pair of clips-on earrings created in New York City at the jewelry atelier of Henry Dunay, back in the...
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1990s American Modernist Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Texture Ridge Earrings (Clip-On)
By Henry Dunay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These Henry Dunay 18 karat yellow gold clip-on earrings showcase his signature hammered texture, forming a distinct ridge design that captures light with a sophisticated, textured br...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Henry Dunay brushed Sabi finish with high gloss. The earrings have clip backs that can be converted to posts.
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay Yellow Gold Heavyweight Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Desert, CA
American Goldsmith, Henry Dunay Heavyweight Scalloped 18 Karat Gold Earrings with his signature wabi-sabi aesthetic finish. Stamped on the back of the earrings is the maker's mark Du...
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1990s American Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Hammered Dome Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York City, NY
Fine pair of hammered 18K gold oval ear clips by Henry Dunay. They feature a modern dome-like design, and are of a substantial 22 grams in weight. Hal...
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Late 20th Century Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Gold, 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-...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage HENRY DUNAY 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Omega Back Huggie Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A classic pair of hammered earrings done in 18K yellow gold and signed by the desirable and sought after Henry Dunay. Simple, elegant and unquestiona...
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Sculptural Earrings – Hammered Finish
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite pair of vintage earrings by master American goldsmith Henry Dunay is a bold testament to timeless elegance and sculptural sophistication. Handcrafted in solid 18K yell...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay 18k Large and impressive Hammered Cactus Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Henry Dunay "Cactus" 18k Yellow Gold Hand Hammered Earrings, measuring 1 3/4 inches in length and 1 inch wide, weighing an impressive 35 Grams, having Omega clip backs to ...
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Early 2000s American Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Textured and Fluted Earclips by "Henry Dunay"
By Henry Dunay
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These exquisite 18K yellow gold earclips by renowned designer Henry Dunay showcase his iconic "Sabi" textured gold finish, a hallmark of his artistry. The elegant textured and fluted...
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1970s Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay Large Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
These voluptuous lobed earrings by Henry Dunay are made with both his brushed Sabi finish as well as a high gloss. Clip backs can be converted to posts. The earrings measure 1 1/4" x...
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1990s American Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold

Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Southampton, PA
Elevate any ensemble with these sophisticated Henry Dunay earrings. Crafted from 18K Yellow Gold, a textured surface adds visual impact to the classically elegant design. Each one me...
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21st Century and Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hammered 18K Yellow Gold Earclips by Henry Dunay, circa 1970s
By Henry Dunay
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This remarkable pair of 18K yellow gold earclips by renowned designer Henry Dunay exudes elegance and sophistication. Featuring a tiered teardrop design, these earclips showcase a di...
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20th Century Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Henry Dunay Large Brushed Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large 18k yellow gold earrings, featuring signature brushed and polished finish in a swirl design. The earrings measure 1.25" x 1". Hallmarked: Dunay 18k, C1783. Weight of th...
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20th Century American Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Gold

Hammered 18k Yellow Gold Earclips by Henry Dunay, circa 1970s
By Henry Dunay
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking pair of vintage sculptural earrings by Henry Dunay, crafted in rich 18K yellow gold and dating to the 1970s. These bold earrings showcase Dunay’s iconic Sabi finish—an int...
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20th Century Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Southampton, PA
These Henry Dunay earrings are simple, stylish, and sophisticated. The classically elegant design comes to life thanks to textured 18K Yellow Gold. Each earring measures 1.05 long by...
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21st Century and Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay Sabi Finish and Gloss Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
Henry Dunay combined two of his favorite finishes on these eighteen karat gold earrings. The center lobe is a gloss finish with his sabi, or brushed finish, on either side, The earri...
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold

Henry Dunay Sabi Gold Flame Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Dallas, TX
Henry Dunay Sabi Gold Flame Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold. The earrings have omega backs, approximately measure 1.25 x 7/8 inches, and weigh 29.5 grams.
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1980s Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay Sabi Platinum and 18K Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Henry Dunay Knot 'Sabi' Earrings in 18K Gold and Platinum The knot motif earrings in textured 'Sabi' finish, in 18K yellow gold and platinum. Signed Dunay for Henry Dunay, with omega...
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1990s American Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

Vintage 1980s Henry Dunay 11.00 Carat Diamond Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 11.00 carats. Signed by Henry Dunay. Circa 1980s. 1 3/4 inch x 1 inch.
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1980s Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 18k 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...
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Early 2000s Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay Shell Earrings in 18K Gold and Platinum
By Henry Dunay
Located in Houston, TX
Henry Dunay earrings depicting shells in 18K yellow gold and platinum with a high polish finish in conjunction with a satin finish. They measure 1 3/8 inches long, 3/4 inches wide a...
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Late 20th Century American Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, 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.
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1980s French Modern Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hand Hammered Gold Clip Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Austin, TX
A pair of elegance and classy hand hammered 18K yellow gold clip earrings by Henry Dunay. From the 1970's. Signed Dunay. 18K Length: 1.1", Width: 0.75". Total weight: 24 grams.
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1970s American Modern Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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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
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 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
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Estate Henry Dunay Ebony Wood and Hammered 18K Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Houston, TX
Henry Dunay earrings composed of 18K hammered yellow gold with ebony wood inserts. Marked on the back "Dunay 18K". They measure 1 1/8 inches in length and 1 inch wide. They have ...
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Late 20th Century American Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Gold Faceted Earclips
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Henry Dunay, 18K yellow gold faceted earclips. Last retail $7400 Brand new, never worn
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1990s American Contemporary Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold

Henry Dunay 18 Karat Gold Clip Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Austin, TX
Simple, elegant and easy to wear hand hammered 18K yellow gold pair of clip on earrings by Henry Dunay. Signed Dunay, stamped 18K, 750. Number A5319. Measured 0.75" H x 0.5" W. Total...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold

Henry Dunay Platinum and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earclips
By Henry Dunay
Located in Princeton, NJ
Vintage Henry Dunay Platinum & 18 karat Yellow Gold earclips. The earrings are hallmarked with a serial number A44XX and the Dunay Hallmak. They ar...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Henry Dunay Clip-on Earrings

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Yellow Gold, Platinum

Henry Dunay clip-on earrings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Henry Dunay clip-on earrings 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 clip-on earrings, from our inventory of 7, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 52 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 clip-on earrings by Syna Jewels, Kenneth Jay Lane, and KIESELSTEIN-CORD. Prices for Henry Dunay clip-on earrings can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,690 and tops out at $32,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $4,000.

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