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 .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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 ova...
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
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 1.01 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
$1,199Sale Price|33% Off
H 0.75 in W 0.28 in
Zambian Emerald Dangle Earrings Diamonds 1.5 Carats 10K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Zambian Emeralds = 1.44 Carats 12 Diamonds = 0.06 Carats Metal: 10K Yellow Gold Dimensions: 19 x 7 x...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
5 carat Diamond And Sapphire Ring. Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Platinum L VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 5.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Elongated Antique Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: L Center Diamond Clari...
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
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
8.49 Carat Burmese Peridot and Diamond Halo 18k Gold Cocktail Ring
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
8.49 carat oval Burmese Peridot with Diamond halo and side accents (weighing a total of .55 carat, SI1 in clarity, G in color) set in 18k yellow gold w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Engagement Ring GIA Certified Round Diamond 1.30 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
This stunning GIA certified 1.02 Carat Color J Clarity SI2 Round Brilliant Cut diamond in the center featuring 0.30 Carat of white color H clarity SI1 round brilliant diamonds flowing down the sides of the split double shank...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA cert 5.33 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
An elegant Ruby ring. 5.33 carat GIA certified Ruby set with special cut white side diamonds weighing 0.66 carats. Set in platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.02 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Cushion-Cut Platinum Engagement Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA 2.02-Carat Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. This GIA-certified 2.02-carat Royal Blue Sapphire engagement ring from Merk...
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.47 Carats Round Brilliant Yellow Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent engagement ring, showcasing a 4.47 carats round brilliant cut diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Intense Yellow color and VVS2 clarity, set on a four prong 18K yellow go...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Modern GIA Black Opal Diamond Platinum Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning Fiery blue Black Opal ring was inspired in a Diamond Halo and crafted in platinum. Featured in the center is an incredibly alive Fiery...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
English Carved Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An unexpected rendition of a style popularized over 100 years ago: 18 karat yellow gold classic English carved band with a 2 carat tsavorite garnet center and old European- and rose ...
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Effy 2.00 Carat Diamond Two-Tone 14 Karat Gold Interlocking Cocktail Ring
By Effy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A striking diamond cocktail ring by Effy, crafted in contrasting 14-karat yellow and white gold. The sculptural design is composed of sweeping, interlocking forms that cross over and...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.05 Carat Natural Diamond Cocktail Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.05 Carat Natural Diamond Cocktail Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Ring 1.05...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4.51 Carats Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A unique engagement ring, featuring a 4.51 carats radiant cut diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Yellow color and VS1 clarity, set on an eight prong 18K yellow gold setting. Surrounde...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Large Peridot Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring Over 15 Carat
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rare large (15 carat plus) beautiful color peridot set in a diamond frame containing 22 diamonds approximately .03 carats each. The stone is set in a beautifully designed open work ...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Gold
Peter Suchy Rose Gold Antique Inspired Men's Signet Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Inspired solid 14k rose gold signet ring. This is a replica of an 1880's Men's signet ring. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy workshop. Size 9 and sizable 14k rose go...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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 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 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