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 8.56 Carat Morganite Halo Diamond Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Soft pink 8.56 carat morganite and diamond pendant necklace. Pear shaped morganite with a halo of 41 round brilliant cut diamonds. 14k rose gold setting and 16 inch chain. Designed a...
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Peter Suchy .40 Carat Diamond White Gold Diamond by the Yard Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
.40 carat diamond by the yard 16 inch necklace in 14k white gold designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy workshop. 4 round brilliant cut diamonds, G-H SI approx. .40cts 14k white g...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy 1.40 Carat Diamond by the Yard White Gold Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
10 brilliant cut round diamonds spaced evenly around the 18 Inch 14k white gold necklace with lobster catch. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy workshop. 10 round brilliant cu...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy 1.50 Carat Canary Yellow Diamond Gold Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Yellow diamond halo pendant necklace. 1.50ct Fancy yellow radiant cut EGL certified center diamond with a halo of 18 round diamonds in a handmade platinum and 18k yellow gold setting...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 3.18 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural GIA certified purple sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. Kite shaped 3.18 sapphire a cushion shaped accent diamond set in a platinum setting with an 18 inch platinum chain...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy EGL Certified 1.43 Carat Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Pear-shaped diamond in an octagonal pave diamond halo frame. Set in platinum with a 16 inch chain. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy Workshop. 1 pear-shaped well-cut diamond,...
Diamond, Platinum
8.40 Carat Morganite Halo Diamond 14K Rose Gold Pendant
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 6.28 Carat Morganite Diamond Rose Gold Pendant to match all your Rose Gold jewelry! There is a Pear Cut Morganite that weighs 7.70 Carats and is surrounded by 36 Round Cut ...
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
6.50 Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel Setting
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold. Bezel set natural brilliant round diamonds are F-G VS2-SI1. Total carat weight = 6.50ct. The length: 17" inches. Total weight: approximate...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Tahiti Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Cage Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold cube pendant measuring 13.40mmx13.40mm, enclosing a 12mm Tahiti grey pearl w...
Black Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 6.03 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Platinum Diamond Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection A Beautiful Timeless Handmade Platinum Halo Diamond Necklace. Metal- 95% Platinum, 5% Iridium. Stones- GIA Certified Oval Blue Sapphire 6.03 Carats, 38 R...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard Bracelet 1.40 ct
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Original designs copyrighted by Elsa Peretti. -Mint condition -18k Yellow Gold -Length: 7’’ -Bracelet Weight 2.2gr -Diamonds: 1.40ct -Yards: 7 pcs, 5.5mm -Comes with Tiffany box
Diamond
1.50 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
1.50 carat bright sparkly round brilliant cut diamond pendant necklace. Face up white with just a hint of color. 1 Round Brilliant cut J- SI1 diamond, 1.50 carat (7.16mm). 14k whi...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA 12.43 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous platinum pendant necklace is centered with a lovely GIA certified cushion cut Ceylon sapphire that weighs 12.43ct. The sapphire is accentuated by sparkling round cut di...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum
Cartier Diamond by the Yard White Gold Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond By The Yard Choker Necklace by Cartier. With 12 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight 1.5ct...
Diamond, White Gold
Phenomenal 3.01ct 18kt White Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sure to become a staple piece in any collection, this 18 karat white gold diamonds by the yard necklace features 5 well matched round brilliant cut diamonds for a total carat weight ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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14k Yellow Gold Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April ...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
0.33 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold 14 Stones
Located in New York, NY
0.33 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14K Yellow Gold 14 stones 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond by the Yard Necklace 0.33CT G-H SI ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.00 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold 14 Stones
Located in New York, NY
3.00 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14K Yellow Gold 14 stones 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond by the Yard Necklace 3.00CT G-H SI ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy 10.51 Carat Amethyst Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Amethyst and diamond pendant necklace. 10.51ct Natural untreated cushion cut amethyst, set in 14k white gold setting with 2 round brilliant cut accent diamonds. Designed and crafted ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy .55 Carat Diamond White Gold by the Yard Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Five diamond .55 carat brilliant cut diamond by the yard 14k white gold necklace. 16.5 inches. 5 round brilliant cut diamonds, G-H VS-SI approx. .55cts 14k White Gold Stamped: 14k...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy 2.33 Carat Aquamarine Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Aqua and diamond pendant necklace. 2.33ct aqua with a .15ct accent diamond set in a 14 white gold basket setting. 18 inch chain. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy Workshop 1 r...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy 5.1 Carat Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Green elongated pear shape tourmaline in a simple 14k white gold pendant setting with four diamond accents and an enhancer bail. 16 inch long chain. Designed and crafted in the Peter...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy 1.09 Carat Diamond White Gold Dangle Drop Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond dangle drop necklace. 4 oval and 3 round bezel set diamonds in a 14k white gold drop cable chain. Designed and crafted in the Pete...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Peter Suchy 1.39 Carat Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy transitional cut diamond 1.39ct white, bright and sparkly. Custom designed style pendant with bead setting and engraved sides on a simpl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Peter Suchy Pink Sapphire By The Yard Gold Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Nine bright pink genuine Sapphires. multi-shaped stones faceted top and bottom in a a rose gold chain. Made in the Peter Suchy Workshop. PSD. 9 pink faceted irregular genuine Sap...
Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Peter Suchy Yellow White Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Made in the Peter Suchy Workshop, One 3.04ct trillion cut and a 0.73ct emerald cut. Fancy intense yellow diamonds frame the two main stones. Pave set and beaded with small diamonds....
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy Ametrine Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace Chain
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ametrine 10 stone necklace handmade in a hinged style. 44.81cts of Ametrine. The necklace is handmade of hinged basket Art Deco style settings in the Peter ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy Diamond 1.41 Carat by the Yard Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond By The Yard necklace with brilliant cut white diamonds. EGL certified Domed center slide diamond with a halo of round diamonds. 14k White gold. 1 round brilliant cut diamon...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold