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 1.00 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond engagement ring. GIA certified princess cut diamond center stone set in platinum with 12 princess cut accent diamonds. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy workshop. 1 pr...
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Certified .53 Carat Diamond Halo Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Oval diamond engagement ring. GIA certified oval .53ct center diamond in a 14k rose gold halo setting with 37 round brilliant cut accent diamonds. Designed and crafted in the Peter S...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Peter Suchy .58 Carat Ruby Diamond White Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond engagement ring. Oval ruby center stone with 2 round brilliant cut side diamonds in a 14k white gold three-stone setting. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy wor...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.11 Carat Sapphire Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond three-stone engagement ring. GIA certified oval center 1.11ct center stone in a 14k white gold setting with 2 round brilliant cut side diamonds. Crafted in the P...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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 1.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ideal cut GIA certified 1.00ct diamond engagement ring. GIA certified center diamond in a platinum setting, designed an crafted in the Peter Suchy Workshop. 1 round brilliant cut d...
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Diamond Halo Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Experience the pinnacle of romance with the GIA Certified Peter Suchy 1.00ct Diamond halo rose gold engagement ring. This exquisite piece is more than a ring. The princess cut 1.00 c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 2.62 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
This exquisite ring features a mesmerizing 2.62 carat rich blue, round sapphire center stone, mounted in a platinum setting and accented by 4 princess and 6 straight cut baguette dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.61 Carat Pave Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
European transitional Ideal cut diamond engagement ring. GIA certified 1.61cts round center stone in a platinum halo setting with 114 round micro...
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy EGL Certified 1.54 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Halo Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy square scroll cushion cut bezel set, simple halo design engagement ring. At the center is an old mine brilliant cut 1.54 diamond that is mounted in 18k rose gold with scr...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.22 Carat Diamond Platinum Halo Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful Diamond halo engagement ring. This GIA certified round ideal cut center diamond is mounted in a platinum setting with with a halo of ideal cut diamonds. Each shoulder is ad...
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy EGL 2.28 Carat Diamond Split Shank Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
This elegant Peter Suchy Workshop engagement ring features a stunning EGL certified 2.28 carat round ideal brilliant cut center diamond, beautifully showcased in a sophisticated spli...
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy EGL Certified 1.01 Carat Diamond Engraved Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy Micro-pave diamond solid Platinum engagement ring. This exquisite piece features a dazzling 1.01 carat round bezel set center diamond that catches the light with every tu...
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Old European cut diamond and round sapphire engagement ring. GIA certified white face up and very bright because of the cut. The platinu...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum