The 1950s were a period in jewelry making that is frequently characterized by the term mid century. At that time, textured metals became highly popular. The same was true for the depictions of nature. This was also the time that De Beers went after the consumer dollar with a vengeance. Not surprisingly, diamonds reigned front […]
The name Doris Panos has become synonymous with jewelry making. Undergoing a traditional apprenticeship, Panos learned about manufacturing techniques right after she finished her business and marketing degree. Thus fortified and ready to face the world of competitive jewelry design and retail, she worked in the trade until she was ready to set out with […]
There is a common misconception that platinum jewelry has to cost thousands of dollars. While it is true that we carry a platinum ring that costs $95,000, it is also true that we carry some spectacular pieces that cost less than $1,000. When your budget is lean but you are unwilling to compromise on style […]
Sometimes, buying vintage platinum jewelry can actually save you money. Case in point is Africa’s platinum strike. As noted by Bloomberg, the disagreement between Lonmin Plc and its workers has culminated in a strike that is now headed for its fourth month. When 70,000 mine workers walked off the job at the end of January, […]
Today, Kwiat is world-famous for its diamond jewelry in general and bridal collection in particular. Natalie Portman, Marcia Cross and Mark Wahlberg are just a few famous folks who are wearing Kwiat creations to red carpet events and beyond. Who is behind this famous name? Granting an interview to Elite Traveler, Lowell and Sheldon Kwiat […]
Your heart beats faster when there is talk about a pave. After all, it usually refers to a large number of smaller diamonds set in close proximity to create an inimitable sparkle. The actual practice of adding a pave to jewelry is extremely old. Since it does not require high-tech tools – although they make […]
Gold is the type of precious metal that jewelry makers have used for centuries when creating beautiful personal ornaments that were as fit for royalty as for the noble wearers of the pieces. The material has been hammered, shaped into links and also twisted into wire. Gold wire jewelry is beautiful. In part, its elegance […]
There is plenty of evidence that weaving was practiced in the Paleolithic era. Weave designs quickly made it into the artwork of the various peoples that practiced it. Depictions of weaves and weavers have been found all over the world. This includes artful images from ancient China as well as Egypt. The weave pattern has […]
Peter Suchy Jewelers bring you some of the finest vintage and antique jewels you find on the market today. We specialize in buying from estates that offer unique pieces. Occasionally, we also succeed in purchasing some amazing vintage gemstones. These gems oftentimes entered a collection and have been in private ownership for decades. When we […]
When Romans first looked at the moonstone, they believed that this remarkable gem contained magic powers, which managed to trap the rays of the moonlight within. Modern man knows, of course, that the coloration is due to the silicate’s makeup, which features sodium and potassium as well as quite a bit of aluminum. A favorite […]
