Peter Suchy is one of the world’s foremost specialists in vintage and estate jewelry, which he has collected and sold for more than three decades. A perusal of his inventory on 1stDibs reveals a fondness for substantial gemstones of all varieties. Many of his own eye-popping designs — for engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories — are simple but powerful, with carat weights in the double digits.
Suchy has made a niche in antique diamond engagement rings and signed pieces, offering jewelry and watches from brands like Cartier, Bvlgari, Tiffany & Co., Rolex and Patek Philippe. One could argue that he is the kind of vintage jewelry dealer that is the backbone of the market, someone who demonstrates expertise and integrity while delivering exceptional fine jewelry to a global client base.
When asked about his beginnings as a jewelry dealer and designer, Suchy is concise and keen to reflect pragmatically on the facts of which he is most proud. Among those facts: He worked at the bench as a repairman and goldsmith for more than 20 years, after which he studied at the Gemological Institute of America.
Today Suchy’s showroom is situated in a disarmingly unassuming retail building in Stamford, Connecticut. But inside, it is clear why clients have described it as a “vintage jewelry museum.” The characterization is not hyperbole — the store houses more than 10,000 pieces of vintage, estate and antique jewelry.
Like its owner, the space is devoid of artifice or pretense, with classical American decor featuring curved walnut architraves and overhead Art Deco–style light boxes. This lack of ostentation hints at the taste and refinement of the jewels on offer and reflects a sales philosophy belonging to a bygone era, that the only decoration necessary is the jewelry itself.
Find a collection of authentic Peter Suchy bracelets, rings and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Peter Suchy Akoya Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold 18 Inch Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Akoya Japanese 7.5mm to 8mm cultured pearl necklace. Strung with 52 round pink overtone pearls. This necklace measures at 18 inches with a 14k yellow gold clasp. Each lustrous Akoya ...
Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy 1250 Carat Natural Amethyst Quartz Yellow Gold Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural amethyst in Quartz, natural shape with flattened backs. Drilled and strung into a substantial one of a kind necklace. Genuine Amethyst spacers. Heavy Tiger Tail wire, 14k yel...
Amethyst, Quartz, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Peter Suchy Akoya Cultured 7mm to 7.77mm Pearl 14k White Gold Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Akoya Japanese 7 mm to 7.7mm cultured pearl necklace. Each of the 58 round pearls are well matched with pink hue and high lustre. 18 inches in length, the pearls are perfectly comple...
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy .25 Carat Diamond Clasp Pearl White Gold Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
41 well matched, high lustre, few blemishes, white with pink overtone, very good nacre. 10-10.5mm Japanese Akoya cultured pearl necklace with a white gold diamond catch. The true hig...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy 435.00 Carat Natural Rough Quartz Crystal Black Tourmaline Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Experience the raw beauty of nature with this extraordinary Peter Suchy necklace, featuring 435.00 carat natural rough quartz crystal paired with striking black tourmaline accents. T...
Crystal, Quartz, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy Akoya Pearl .8 Carat Diamond Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
20 Inch strand of 8.5-8.75mm cultured pearls. Fine, white, very good lustre, pink overtone well matched, few blemishes. The 14k yellow gold ball catch is adorned with 12 round brilli...
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$230Sale Price|80% Off
Artistic Dramatic Black Onyx & Natural Rutilated Quartz 20" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
The sparkling natural gem cut Black Onyx (approximately 12mm) enhance the fascinating colors, shapes, and designs of the natural Rutilated Quartz. The clasp is a silver plated easy ...
Onyx, Quartz
137.64 Carat Square Cushion Rock Crystal Quartz Necklace with Green Tourmaline
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This dramatic statement necklace features a striking 137.64 carat square cushion-cut rock crystal quartz pendant, suspended from a series of articulated gold bar links that create a ...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$856Sale Price|20% Off
Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Yellow Gold 16" 8 mm Certified $3,590 113102 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I Lo...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Akoya Pearl 14 Karat 2-Strand Necklace Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Double Strand 8 mm Japanese Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace 14k Gold Certified $9,750 010933 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I L...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$672Sale Price|20% Off
Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k White Gold Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality 7.5 nm Japanese Akoya Pearl 16 inch Necklace with a 14k Yellow Gold clasp Certified $2,950 110696 This is one of Kind Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
$576Sale Price|20% Off
Akoya Pearl Necklace 14 Karat White Gold 7.5 mm Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality 7.5 mm Japanese Akoya Pearl Strand Necklace with a 14k White Gold clasp and a length of 16" Certified $2,950 110695 This is one of Kind Unique Custom Made Glamorous Pie...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Double Strand Cultured Pearl & Diamond Clasp Necklace in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco double strand cultured pearl necklace is a masterpiece of elegance and craftsmanship, featuring a decorative diamond clasp set in white gold. The clasp is ador...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold
$856Sale Price|20% Off
Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold 18" 8 mm Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold 18" 8.0 mm Certified $3,975 113101 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds a...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,951Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Akoya Pearl 2-Strand Necklace 18k Gold Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Diamond Double Strand Necklace 17" 18k Gold 6.5 mm Certified $6,900 120673 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I Love yo...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Single Strand Pearl Necklace with Sapphire Diamond and White Gold Clasp
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive single strand pearl necklace with 0.66 carat green sapphire and 0.88 carat diamond and 12k white gold clasp; part of our diverse collection of pearl necklaces. ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold
Graduated White Saltwater Akoya Pearl 14K Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A timeless classic; the graduated Japanese saltwater Akoya pearl necklace; these white colored saltwater pearls are beautifully round with a slightly pink overtone. All methiciously ...
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace Length 18" , 18 Karat White Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Strand Necklace Length 18" With 18Kt white Gold Clasp matching stud earrings are available in separate listing This marvelous vintage Pearl necklace...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold