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 3.00 Carat Morganite Diamond Two-Tone Gold Cocktail Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Morganite and diamond cocktail ring. 3.00 pear shape morganite center stone in a 18k rose gold bezel with 34 round brilliant cut diamonds in split shank 18k white gold setting, desig...
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy 14.83 Carat GIA Cert Peridot Diamond Halo Gold Cocktail Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Large cushion Peridot and diamond cocktail ring. GIA certified cushion cut green with hints of yellow, oval center stone with a halo of 16 round diamonds in 18k yellow and white gol...
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Peter Suchy GIA 2.76 Carat Cushion Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Pink sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified cushion cut center sapphire in a platinum split shank setting. 54 round brilliant cut accent diamonds. Simply put, this is on...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 4.52 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified natural emerald cut 4.52ct emerald. Moderate F2 clarity enhancement only. The emerald is circa 1950-1960. The ring was designed to show off the wispy Colombian color of...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 15.92 Carat Mogul style Carved Emerald Gold Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald yellow gold ring. GIA certified natural emerald in a custom brushed dull finish 18k yellow gold ring from the Peter Suchy Workshop designed to show off the emerald 1 square ...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 3.79 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy GIA certified natural emerald and diamond dangle earrings in 18k yellow gold with round accent diamonds. 2 pierced drop green emeralds MI, approx. 3.79cts GIA Certifica...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 2.42 Carat Red Spinel Diamond Halo White Gold Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Spinel and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified untreated natural 2.42ct. center spinel with a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds in a 18k white gold setting with diamonds along the shank. Designed and created in the Peter Suchy Workshop. 1 round red spinel...
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified .96 Carat Tsavorite Garnet Yellow Gold Arrow Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Green triangle shaped tsavorite ring. GIA certified tsavorite set in an 18k yellow gold arrow design. 1 triangular green tsavorite garnet VS, app...
Tsavorite, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Diamond White Gold Unisex Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Unisex 18k white gold engagement ring. GIA certified princess cut center stone in a band style ring. 1 princess cut diamond H SI, approx. 1.01ct GIA certificate # 2106281478 Size 8...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified Princess Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond engagement ring. 1 GIA certified princess cut center square diamond in a platinum setting with a halo of diamonds and accent diamonds along the shank. Designed and crafted in...
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy 2.63 Carat Peridot Diamond Rose Gold Halo Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peridot and diamond engagement ring. 2.63 cushion cut green Peridot center stone, in an 18k rose gold setting with a halo of diamonds, accented with diamonds on each side of the shan...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.16 Carat Orange Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA Certified rare and unique 1.16 carat orange yellow sapphire with a hint of peach color. Totally natural, no enhancements. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy workshop 1 oval orangy yellow sapphire...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified .94 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Custom made diamond solitaire engagement ring. GIA certified round brilliant cut diamond in a brushed platinum setting. Low set platinum basket, tapered prongs at he base for a more ...
Diamond, Platinum
3.68 Carat Peridot Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful ring has an Emerald Cut Peridot that weighs 3.30 Carats. The ring is surrounded by 14 Pink Sapphires that weigh 0.26 Carats and 14 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.12 C...
Sapphire, Peridot, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
AENEA 18k Yellow Gold Peridot Cocktail Ring
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, AT
Peridot (16,57ct.) Cocktail Ring handcrafted in sandblasted 18 carat yellow gold, sterling silver and rhodium. Size: 53 European Size He said they danced ‘with one body, one soul’...
Peridot, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
2.54 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage Belgian 2.54 carat diamond and 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold set cocktail ring; an addition to our vintage jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
9.00 Carat Cabochon Cut Blue Sapphire Emerald Ring 18 Karat
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
This dazzling 18K yellow gold sapphire emerald ring is centered with a cabochon cut blue Burmese Sapphire, that weighs 7.75 carats. Accenting thi...
Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.08 Carat GIA Cert No Heat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous platinum ring is centered with a vivid blue oval cut GIA certified no heat sapphire that weighs 3.08ct. The center stone is accentuated by sparkling baguette and prince...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.76 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This gemstone engagement ring is truly irresistible. Showing off a mesmerizing Paraiba tourmaline with an incredible Caribbean blue neon color and luster. Surrounding the milgrained, oval setting...
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
18K White Gold Emerald Shape 0.58-Carat GIA Certified Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18K ring features fourteen (14) Brilliant round diamonds Micro-Prong set on top of a 2.5 MM wide band. In the center of the ring is set one natural diamond GIA Certificate numbe...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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18K White & Yellow Gold GIA Certified 6.82 Carat Green Emerald Halo Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18k white and yellow gold ring features a 6.82 Carat Emerald cut Natural Green emerald from Zambia. It is encircled by a halo of brilliant round diamonds on a 3.5 mm wide split ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 6.54 Carats Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classic engagement ring, showcasing a vibrant 6.54 carats radiant cut diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Yellow color and VS2 clarity, set on a four prong setting. Accented by 88 ro...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 5.66 Carats Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning engagement ring, showcasing a vibrant 5.66 carats radiant cut diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Yellow color and VS1 clarity, set on an eight prong 18K yellow gold basket....
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Cushion Cut Diamond Halo Ring (Approx. 5.10-Carats), Sapphire Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite sapphire halo engagement ring is a striking example of timeless elegance and craftsmanship. At its heart lies a captivating elongated antique cushion-cut diamond, weig...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.79 Carat GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made of platinum, this ring is centered with a sparkling GIA certified emerald cut diamond that weighs 1.79ct. graded J color with VS2 clarity. The center stone is flanked by dazzlin...
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy 1.22 Carat Diamond Antique Inspired Gold Stud Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
1.22ct diamond stud earrings, set in 18k vintage 8 sided settings with engraved sides. Crafted in the Peter Suchy Workshop 2 round diamonds approx total weight: 1.22cts I, SI2 18k w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 5.21 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy Platinum diamond and sapphire engagement ring. Octagonal step cut blue sapphire set with a rectangular step cut diamonds tiered down e...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy Asscher Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Bullet Cut Side Diamond
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Original Asscher cut diamond complete with raised crown and small table. Art Deco step cut that created a repeating Deco pattern in the stone. The 7 sided bullet side stones are a pe...
Diamond, Platinum