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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Henry Dunay Yellow Gold Flame Texted Leaf Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Stamford, CT
Henry Dunay 18k yellow gold flame leaf earrings. Henry Dunay is a world's premier jewelry designers, known for his famous Sabi textured styling which is a result of finely hand-etche...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,600 / set
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...
18k 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.
Diamond, Gold
$2,850 / set
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 Platinum Yellow Gold Swirl Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Stamford, CT
Henry Dunay platinum and 18k gold clip post earrings. Textured yellow gold oval earrings each with a platinum swirl. circa 1990 18k yellow gold Stamp...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Henry Dunay Hammered Gold Half Hoop Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k hammered finish gold earrings by Henry Dunay. Measuring 23mm x 18mm. Marked B7752, 750, 18k, Dunay. Weigh 20.7 grams. SKU#E-02430
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
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
Gold Half Hoop Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Unusual half hoop earrings with a criss cross design of four rows of braiding. These omega back earrings are 1/2" wide and 3/4" tall. Eighteen karat...
18k Gold
Hammerman Brothers 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A blend of luxury and sophistication with these Hammerman Brother earrings, crafted meticulously in 18k yellow gold and adorned with sparkling diamonds. These earrings feature 64 ro...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Yellow Gold and Diamond Turbo Shell Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Turbo Shell Form Earrings, measuring 3/4 inch in length, 5/16 inch wide and weighing 15.2 Grams, having the iconic Dunay Hammered finish and s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multigem Half Hoop Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Festive and colorful 14 karat half hoop earrings with stones that include: amethyst; citrine; blue topaz and tourmaline. The stones are a variety of shapes and sizes. Backs are posts and clips. Signed CK...
Amethyst, Citrine, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold with Platinum Lever Back Pearl Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold with Platinum Lever Back Pearl Earrings 3.66 grams total weight.
Pearl, Zircon, 18k Gold
Amethyst Yellow Gold Earrings Cabochon Gems
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold earrings with natural amethyst cabochon amethyst origin - Morocco amethyst weight - 28.15 carats earrings weight - 10.6 grams earrings length - 1.57 in / 40 mm stone ...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
Two-Tone Earrings Hammered Oval Hoop Earrings, Mixed Metal Hoops
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The white gold and yellow gold mixed metal look is gorgeous with the hammered finish. They have an oval shape that looks perfect on anyone’s earlobe. They sparkle from across the room and they are perfect to wear everyday! The details for these gorgeous earrings are listed below: 1 Set Metal Quality: 14K Yellow / White Gold Earring Type: Hoop Earring Length: 25 mm...
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
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
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...
Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Textured Swirl Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These elegant Henry Dunay earrings feature a sophisticated swirl design in textured 18k yellow gold, embracing a contrasting textured platinum center. Made in 18 karat gold and plat...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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...
18k Gold
Henry Dunay Gold Ribbed Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
Henry Dunay hammered gold and ribbed earrings. They are half hoops as shown in thumbnail photos. Backs are posts and clips. They are 13/16" long and 3/4" wide. The combination of the...
18k Gold
Henry Dunay Hammered Gold Pear Shaped Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
Pear shaped earrings by American designer, Henry Dunay. The earrings are made with one of his signature finishes in hammered gold. Measurements are 7/16" x 13/16". Backs are posts an...
18k Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Southampton, PA
Beautifully textured 18K Yellow Gold adds visual impact to these stylish, understated Henry Dunay earrings. Each one measures 1.0” long, 1.0” wide, and features clip-on closure. ...
Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Yellow Gold Clip Post Textured Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Stamford, CT
Henry Dunay 18k yellow gold clip post earrings circa 1990's. Henry Dunay is a world's premier jewelry designers, know for his famous Sabi textured styling which "consists of finely h...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Textured Clip Post 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Stamford, CT
From designer Henry Dunay, Seashell style textured clip post earrings with his signature Sabi finish. circa 1990's. 18k yellow gold Stamped: 18k 750 Hallmark: Dunay 15.1 grams To...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Naples, FL
Henry Dunay Earrings Set In 18K Yellow Gold.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Geometric Door Knocker Clip Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ear-clip earrings are designed as two faceted geometric forms with cracked motif throughout Featuring sweeping brushed gold motif connecting both forms Completed by hinged omega ba...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Henry Dunay Hammered Gold Earrings Set in 18k Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in London, England
A unique vintage pair of Henry Dunay retro inspired hammered gold earrings set in 18k yellow gold. Each earring is composed of a twirled shell-like motif which is completely decorat...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Southampton, PA
A surprising pairing of rounded edges and an enchanting honeycomb texture makes these Henry Dunay earrings anything but ordinary. Shimmering 18K yellow gold emanates differing tones ...
Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold 0.75 Ct Diamond Clip-On Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Southampton, PA
These breathtaking earrings from Henry Dunay exude timeless elegance. A row of round cut E color and VVS clarity diamonds totaling 0.75 total carats make a statement in the center of...
Diamond, Yellow Gold