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 GIA Certified 2.49 Carat Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's Sapphire and diamond cocktail ring. GIA certified oval sapphire center stone accented with 32 straight and tapered baguette diamonds in a 18k yellow gold setting. GIA certifie...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 5.08 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA certified 5.08 carat, sapphire and diamond 18 kartat cocktail ring. The ring is crafted in 18 karat white gold and 18 karat yellow gold. The GIA describes the stone as a natural...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...
4.80 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 4.80 carat blue sapphire and 0.15 carat diamond, yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections. This fine and impressive ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Ring Weight: 4.82 grams Ring Size: 6.25 (Free Resizing Available) Center Gemstone Specifications: Gemstone GIA Report #: 5231037978 ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Emerald Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.04 Carat Emerald Diamond and Orange Sapphire Cocktail Ring! The most unique ring of all! A beautiful Cabochon Emerald sits in the cen...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4.35 Carat Vivid Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
A vivid purplish pink round brilliant cut natural corundum sapphire is GIA Certified and is prong set in 14 karat white gold. It is surrounded by prong and channel set long tapered...
Pink Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,550Sale Price|50% Off
GIA Certified Lab Sapphire Oval Cut 4.70cts. 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: *Motivated to Sell - Please make a Fair Offer* main stone: GIA Certified Lab Sapphire Oval Cut 4.70cts. diamond: 14Tapper Baguette cut diamonds and ...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$2,740Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
An elegant rectangular sapphire and diamond ring, crafted in a two-tone design, predominantly yellow gold with refined white gold accents around selected diamonds. The ring features ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
15.34 Carat Sapphire Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning 14k white gold centers a 15.34ct oval cut sapphire. The center stone is accentuated by captivating old mine cut diamonds that weigh approximately 6.00ct. graded H color...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
1940s 10.50 Carat Sapphire with Yellow Gold and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 5 carat pink sapphire and 5.5 carat blue sapphire, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewellery collections. This stunning, fine and impressive blue and pink sapphire ring...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...
$100,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Fancy Intense Pink and Yellow Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A stunning GIA certified fancy intense pink diamond bezel-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and pear-shape yellow diamonds. The pink diamond accompani...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2.49 Carat Vivid Green Emerald and 2.18 Carat Diamond Twin Cocktail Party Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
2.49 carat of striking green natural emeralds are set with 2.18 carat of white brilliant diamond. The details of the diamond are mentioned below: Color: F Clarity: Vs Ring Size: US 6.5
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.67 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified 1.67 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring This beautiful ring has a Natural Oval Cut Heated Yellow Sapphire that weights 1.16 Carats. The Yellow Sapphire meas...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy EGL Certified 1.50 Carat Diamond Sapphire Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond and sapphire halo cocktail ring. European brilliant cut center stone in a platinum and 18k white gold setting with a halo of calibre French cut sapphires and a halo of round ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum