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 1.04 Carat Yellow Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Yellow and white diamond engagement ring. Princess cut fancy yellow center stone, in a hand engraved platinum setting with bea...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy 4.06 Carat Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Three stone white and yellow diamond engagement ring. Round center diamond with two yellow diamond accent stones in an engraved Platinum shank and 18k yellow gold under each side diamond. Raised crowns and small tables. EGL certified. Crafted in the Peter Suchy Jewelers...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Peter Suchy 3.03 Carat Natural Yellow Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Spectacular natural fancy golden yellow diamond engagement ring. Beautiful GIA certified 3.03ct radiant cut center diamond mounted in a platinum split shank setting with a 18k yellow...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .75 Carat Yellow Diamond Platinum Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Yellow and white diamond engagement ring. Natural fancy intense radiant cut yellow rectangular diamond in a platinum and rose ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA 3.31 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
From the Peter Suchy workshop, a unique octoganal orange yellow natural Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. At its heart lies a stunning 3.31-carat yellow sapphire which is mounted...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy EGL Certified 1.58 Carat Three-Stone Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Three-stone oval yellow diamond 18k white gold engagement ring. This handmade setting from the Peter Suchy Workshop is set with a EGL certified fancy...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
2 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Fancy Yellow GIA Engagement Ring
By Rick Shatz
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone engagement ring features a stunning 2.01-carat radiant cut diamond with a captivating fancy yellow hue and VS2 clarity, certified by GIA. GIA#2135010585. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 8 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Platinum 18K Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary ring showcases a dazzling GIA-certified 8-carat radiant-cut Fancy Yellow diamond as its centerpiece. The diamond's vibrant color and exceptional brilliance are bea...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.46 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 2.46 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum. Spectacular 1.46 carat center Fancy Yellow Diamond Even color distribution & Natural. The ring features two baguette diamonds totaling approx 1.00 carat F/VS clarity. For a total diamond weight of 2.46 carat. The center fancy yellow diamond is certified by GIA (the #1 diamond grading) and comes with the certificate. The ring is made in platinum and 18k gold foe the center mounting to bring out the true color of the yellow fancy diamond...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.06 Carats Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning engagement ring, showcasing a 4.06 carats radiant cut diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Yellow color and SI1 clarity, on a four prong setting made of 18K yellow gold. Acce...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
7.31 CTW Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Platinum 18K Gold Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a modified square brilliant cut diamond weighing 6.01 carats total - fancy intense yellow with VS2 clarity Prong set in a yellow gold basket and flanked by shield shaped di...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.07 carat Radiant Cut Diamond Fancy Yellow Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Rick Shatz
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite handmade engagement ring showcases a stunning 2.07-carat radiant cut Fancy Yellow diamond, GIA certified for its exceptional color and brilliance. Flanking the cente...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
