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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Vintage Henry Dunay Hammered Yellow Gold Door-Knocker Earclips
By Henry Dunay
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of Henry Dunay door-knocker earrings in 18k yellow gold, each built in two parts: a ridged dome surmount that suspends a larger open heart-shaped drop swinging freely from it ...
18k Gold
Henry Dunay Baroque South Sea Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These exquisite Henry Dunay drop earrings feature lustrous baroque South Sea pearls suspended from hand-hammed 18k yellow gold tops. These earrings marry the organic beauty of the se...
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Gold Organic Scallop Swirl Clip-On Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Desert, CA
These Heavyweight Scalloped earrings by Henry Dunay exemplify his distinctive Wasabi finish, a signature surface treatment that celebrates organic texture and subtle imperfection. Cr...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Large Hammered Finish Wide Cuff Omega Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 18K Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 38.8 Grams Backing: Posts w/ Omega Closures (pierced ears required) Width: 26.8mm (1") (approx.) (widest point) Height: 36.3mm (1.4") (approx....
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Hammered Swirl Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
These vintage earrings by Henry Dunay are crafted in 18k yellow gold with a sculptural swirling drop design. The richly textured hammered surface creates depth across the gold and gi...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Hammered Gold Drop Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k yellow hammered gold drop earrings by Henry Dunay. Earrings measure 50mm x 20mm. Marked: 18k Dunay. Weight - 36.8 grams.
Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
A striking expression of timeless American luxury, these authentic Henry Dunay earrings showcase the designer’s iconic hammered gold finish, a signature technique that has become syn...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Sabi Drop Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These Henry Dunay Sabi Drop Earrings feature the designer's iconic, hand-etched Sabi finish—a technique inspired by the Japanese wabi-sabi aesthetic that gives the gold a rich, warm,...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Hammered Gold Teardrop Ear Clips in 18K, 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...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Brushed Finish Gold Knot Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold earrings by Henry Dunay, with signature recognizable brushed finish, alternating with high polish. The earrings measure 1.75" x 1". Hallmarked A9567, Dunay, 18k. Wei...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Earrings henry dunay tapered oval hoops textured 18k
By Henry Dunay
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Vintage Henry Dunay hoop earrings, crafted in New York during the 1980s from solid 18K yellow gold. The left-and-right pair features Dunay’s signature incised texture inside and out,...
18k Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Rope-Twist Hoop Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Bold oval hoop earrings in 18k yellow gold by Henry Dunay, featuring a rope-twist design with a textured finish. Omega-style clip backs. Signed '© Dunay ® 18K'. Henry Dunay was an...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,112Sale Price|20% Off
18K Gold Vermeil South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings with Coral & Tsavorite
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Emanate elegance with these exquisite drop earrings, featuring the natural beauty of South Sea pearls. Crafted with a lustrous 18K gold vermeil over sterling silver, each earring sho...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite, Coral, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Silver, S...
Henry Dunay Small Knot Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
Henry Dunay 18 karat gold knot earrings that are typical of his design but smaller than his usual size. The earrings measure half an inch wide by 9/16 inch long. They are done with t...
18k Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Hammered and Ribbed Clip-On Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Ribbed Earrings These stunning Henry Dunay earrings are crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcase a beautiful hammered and ribbed design. Weighing...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay Hammered Yellow Gold Clip Post Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Stamford, CT
Henry Dunay hammered 18k yellow gold clip post earrings. 18k Yellow Gold Stamped: 750 D E3426 D=Dunay 20.6 grams 7/8 x 7/8 inch
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of classic 18k yellow gold drop earrings, set with 14mm South Sea pearls and approx. 1.00ctw H/Si1-Si2 diamonds total. Earrings are 1.5" long. Marked 750 and with an Italian mar...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Gold Ebony Wood Clip-On Earrings, Vintage 1980s
By Henry Dunay
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Henry Dunay CIRCA: 1980’s MATERIALS: 18k Gold WEIGHT: 26.8 Grams MEASUREMENTS: ¾" x 1⅛" HALLMARKS: Dunay, 18K ITEM DETAILS: Henry Dunay 18k gold and ebony wood clip-on earrings from the 1980s, designed with smooth ebony wood panels framed by textured gold. Each earring features a curved, organic wood form wrapped by a ribbed gold band. Dunay’s signature hammered and fluted gold finish adds texture and movement. The sculptural design is typical of Henry Dunay’s jewelry from this period, combining 18k gold with natural material. The earrings are fitted with secure omega clip backs and signed Dunay 18K. A distinctive pair of vintage Henry Dunay earrings for collectors of 18k gold jewelry, ebony wood jewelry...
18k 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...
Gold, 18k Gold
$2,080Sale Price|35% Off
W 0.62 in L 1.13 in
Michael Kneebone Royal Amethyst Baroque South Seas Pearl Drop Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Richly colored royal purple amethyst (origin: Uruguay) are paired with a huge pair of baroque Paspaley South Seas pearls in these "Due Perla" drop earrings. The pearls are pure whit...
Amethyst, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Double Drop Pearl Earrings, 18k Gold, Baroque pearls
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our Pearl Duo Earrings are made by hand in 18Karat Yellow Gold and feature a pair of round mini freshwater pearls that are strung with unique freshwater baroque shaped pearls. Due to...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay Brushed Finish Gold Knot Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold earrings by Henry Dunay, with signature recognizable brushed finish, alternating with high polish. The earrings measure 1.75" x 1". Hallmarked A9567, Dunay, 18k. Wei...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage 18K Yellow and White Gold Oval Door Knocker Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Bold, architectural, and unmistakably Cartier — these vintage oval door knocker earrings in 18-carat yellow and white gold exemplify the house’s mastery of form and proportion. With their sculptural curves and smooth polished finish, they strike a perfect balance between statement and sophistication. Totaling 6.6 grams, they offer luxurious weight and presence while remaining comfortable for all-day wear. The dual-tone gold design reflects Cartier’s refined aesthetic — effortlessly blending warm yellow gold with cool white gold for a timeless contrast that flatters every skin tone. First seen in the Maison’s 1970s and 1980s collections, this bold yet minimalist silhouette has returned to prominence on runways and in fashion editorials, where vintage Cartier pieces are celebrated for their enduring chic. Perfect for day-to-evening elegance, these earrings elevate a tailored blazer, a silk blouse, or a sleek evening dress. They pair beautifully with Cartier’s Trinity or LOVE jewelry, completing a sophisticated ensemble that transitions seamlessly from city days to gala nights. An ideal gift or collectible investment, these earrings embody the craftsmanship and timeless style that have made Cartier a cornerstone of fine jewelry for over a century. Details: Designer: Cartier Style: Oval Door Knocker Earrings Material: 18K yellow and white gold Total Weight: 6.6 grams Design Era: Vintage Estate Condition: Excellent, with Cartier hallmarks Why We Love It: Cartier’s vintage gold earrings...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Hammered Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
This is a fabulous pair of 18k yellow gold earrings by Henry Dunay. The earrings feature impressive hammered gold finish. The earrings measure 35mm by 11mm and weigh 32.4 grams. The ...
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...
18k Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
A striking expression of timeless American luxury, these authentic Henry Dunay earrings showcase the designer’s iconic hammered gold finish, a signature technique that has become syn...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Large Hammered Finish Wide Cuff Omega Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 18K Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 38.8 Grams Backing: Posts w/ Omega Closures (pierced ears required) Width: 26.8mm (1") (approx.) (widest point) Height: 36.3mm (1.4") (approx....
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18K Gold Textured Earring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Flushing, NY
Henry Dunay 18K Gold Textured Earring Marked： Dunay 18K 750 Approximate Dimensions: 2.8 cm (Length) 2 cm (Width) 39.9 grams in weight.
Gold, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay Textured 18k Yellow Gold Circle Link Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Henry Dunay 18k yellow gold earrings, each designed as three graduated hammered gold interlocking triple circle links. Stamped with maker's mark for Henry Dunay, "750" and "A6103". ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Hammered Yellow Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Hammered Gold By Henry Dunay. Details: Measurements: 18.5mm x 21mm Weight: 17.6 grams Stamped Hallmarks: 18k Dunay YOUR PRICE: $3,500 Ti806mmld
Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 18 karat yellow gold earrings. Henry Dunay. Designed as three graduated hammered gold links. Length is approximately 2 inches, gross weight is approximately 52.5 grams., St...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Tangerine Moonstone and Diamond Earrings and a Brooch Set
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Tangerine moonstone, diamond, cultured pearl and 18k yellow gold brooch and drop earrings set by Henry Dunay. Brooch crafted in 18k yellow gold, and pave set with 1.70ct. round bril...
Diamond, Moonstone
Classic Henry Dunay Gold Earrings, circa 1970
By Henry Dunay
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, Henry Dunay, American. These versatile gold earrings by Henry Dunay have that stylishly bold seventies vibe. Mixing textured and polished gold surfaces and topped ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Hammered Finish Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A timeless design by Henry Dunay. These are a hammered finish 18k yellow gold clip and post earring. Signed "Dunay 18K" At the age of 14, Dunay began his career working as a mes...
18k Gold
Henry Dunay Hammered Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
Eighteen karat gold earrings by Henry Dunay in the hammered gold finish for which he is so well known. Measure 1 1/2 inches long and 1 inch wide. Omega backs. Excellent condition.