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 Textured 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This very tasteful ring was made by American jeweller, Henry Dunay. Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold the ring features an ingenious 'hinged shank' which we believe to be original to...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Stylized Hammered Yellow Gold Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Highly stylized hand hammered oblong 18k yellow gold doom ring by Henry Dunay. The ring makes you think of waves rolling over your finger. It measures 1.23" long by .83" wide by ....
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$11,960Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Tourmaline Gold Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
Sporty tourmaline ring set in 18 karat gold by American designer, Henry Dunay. The half round cabochon stone is set in Dunay's often used hammered gold with triple banding throughout...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Huge Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Henry Dunay Hammered Dome Ring 1 3/8 Inches Long
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This amazing vintage Henry Dunay 18K yellow gold hammered torsade style dome ring measures a full 1 3/8 by 1 1/4 inches, and rises to a full 1 inch above the finger when worn. This u...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Hand-Hammered 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in North Miami, FL
This gorgeous and bold hallmarked Henry Dunay 18K gold ring is all hand hammered yellow gold. There is a plaque on the inside of the ring that states Dunay 18K. He is a well know and respected NYC...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Hammered Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow hammered gold ring by Henry Dunay. Size 7, top is 25mm x 26mm, sits approx. 18mm from the finger when worn. Marked 18k and Dunay. Weight 26.1 grams.
Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Rope-Twist Knot Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Bold rope-twist motif knot ring in 18k yellow gold by Henry Dunay. The stylized knot measures 22.7mm on top graduating to 6.4mm at the base. Signed '© Dunay ® 18K'. Size 8.5 (resi...
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...
Diamond, 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...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$7,200Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
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
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Domed Rigid Style Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Domed Fluted Style Ring. Fluted dome cocktail ring in hammered 18k yellow gold, signed "Webb" for David Webb. Size 4.75.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
John Hardy Naga Dome Band Sterling 925 Yellow Gold 18k Dome Statement Ring 7 1/4
By John Hardy
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Brand: John Hardy Collection: Naga Design: Dome Metal Content: Sterling Silver & 18k Yellow Gold Style: Dome Statement Band Measurements Face Height (north to south...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring Leaves Circa 1970
Located in Berkeley, CA
This stunning south sea pearl ring is magical. The leaves incorporating diamonds beautifully frame the luster of these dreamy blue pearls. They float in a sea of gold and diamond kel...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
$1,560Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Tourmaline Diamond Ring 14 Y Gold 6.15 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Tourmaline Diamond Ring Size 7 14 Y Gold 6.15 TCW Certified $5,975 219225 This is a one of a Kind Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothi...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
Mario Buccellati 18 Karat Textured Brushed Gold Ring Turquoise
By Mario Buccellati
Located in North Hollywood, CA
For all Buccellati collectors here is a rare item to collect. These were made by the master himself in the early 1960's, and signed as such. This ring has an open back allowing for d...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Geodesic Dome Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A pavé-set, platinum, and 18 karat gold Geodesic Dome diamond ring, by David Webb, first made in c. 1965. The ring measures a Size 7. It is signed WEBB, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,000Sale Price|39% Off
18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
The enamel is in glittering shades of brown on this 18 karat yellow gold ring.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Hammered Finish 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This lustrous 18K yellow gold ring, crafted in the iconic Henry Dunay style, showcases a hammered texture with a high-polish finish that captures light beautifully. Designed in a sub...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 14k yellow gold South Sea Pearl and Diamonds Ring. *Motivated to Sell - Please make a Fair Offer* Specifications: main stone: 11.50 mm South Sea Pearl diamonds: 24 r...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Dome Green Emerald and Diamond Vintage Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with our David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Green Emerald And Diamond Textured Ring. This exceptional piece features a magnificent 24-ca...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian South Sea Pearl, Seed Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 12.5 mm white Australian south sea pearl, seed pearl and diamond ring in 18k white gold. The white south sea pearl is surrounded by 12 seed pearls and 12 diamonds. It is a classica...
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
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...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
HENRY DUNAY New York Massive Cocktail Ring In Solid Faceted 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
A cocktail ring designed by Henry Dunay. This is a beautiful cocktail ring, created in New York City at the jewelry atelier of Henry Dunay, back in the 1990. The massive ring has be...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Signed Henry Dunay Very Large Heavy 18k Gold Hammered Textured Statement Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Great Neck, NY
Henry Dunay Solid Gold Hammered Design Very large Handmade Ring, Solid 18k (750 Hallmark). This Ring is the epitome of 1980s jewelry culture of having bold finished pieces that screa...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Henri Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Swirl Dome Ring – Size 6.5
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
Henri Dunay’s iconic swirl dome ring showcases the designer’s masterful approach to sculptural form and texture. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this vintage piece features his signature...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
HENRY DUNAY New York Cocktail Ring In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold And Tourmaline
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
A cocktail ring designed by Henry Dunay. This is a superb cocktail ring created in New York City at the jewelry atelier of Henry Dunay, back in the 1990. The ring has been crafted i...
Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
HENRY DUNAY New York Cocktail Ring In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold With VS Diamonds
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
A cocktail ring designed by Henry Dunay. This is a beautiful cocktail ring, created in New York City at the jewelry atelier of Henry Dunay, back in the 1990. The ring has been craft...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay Gold and Lapis Cocktail Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Weston, MA
Master jeweler Henry Dunay is known for his intricately worked gold surfaces. This modern take on a cocktail ring features vibrant lapis lazuli set in a textured gold honeycomb desig...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Sabi 18k Gold 1.60ctw Diamond Wide Brushed Interlocking Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pavé Set - E/F Color - VVS-VS Clarity Total Carat Weight: 1.60 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weig...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Wave Band Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Henry Dunay tapered wide band ring in 18k yellow gold, featuring pave-set diamonds in a wave design surrounded by hammered, polished gold details. Eighty-four brilliant-cut diamonds ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Onyx and Diamond Ring Size 7.25 #20014
By Henry Dunay
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Onyx and Diamond Ring Size 7.25 This stunning ring by designer Henry Dunay features 10 polished onyx stones and 10 round brilliant cut diamond set in 18K...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Rope-Twist Knot Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Bold rope-twist motif knot ring in 18k yellow gold by Henry Dunay. The stylized knot measures 22.7mm on top graduating to 6.4mm at the base. Signed '© Dunay ® 18K'. Size 8.5 (resi...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 1970's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Hammered Swirl Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a domed form with deeply ridged segments and swirl motif Featuring a hammered texture throughout Completed by high polish finish Stamped for 18 karat gold Fully signed fo...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Large and impressive Hammered Yellow Gold Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold ring, a large and impressive ring, the top measuring 1 1/4 X 1 1/2 inches and weighing 46.9 Grams, Solid construction and having a hand hammere...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold