Falling leaves and the season of autumn go hand in hand. Although it may be difficult to anticipate the cooling temperatures in these final days of summer, the change of the seasons is rapidly approaching. Celebrate the first day of fall with a new leaf-themed vintage jewel. 1950s White Gold Lily Pin The artistry that […]
Yes, there is vintage Tiffany & Company jewelry that does not cost an arm and a leg. These are excellent starter pieces for a collection. Then again, perhaps you need an accessory that helps to bring out the beauty of another Tiffany jewel. If you are an avid open heart collection fan, you are sure […]
One of the most iconic names in American jewelry making – Tiffany & Co. – is also one of the most copied ones. Founded in 1837 and headquartered in New York City, the jeweler is famous for its silver pieces as well as its celebrity-artisan creations. Since many of these pieces are a bit more […]
Some vintage jewels display colors and material combinations that we, in modern day America, are simply not used to. They usually come from jewelry makers unaffected by popular tastes and the appeal of mass production. Instead, they worked setting materials and included the choicest stones for the creation of unique jewels. Peter Suchy Jewelers has […]
The name Baume & Mercier points to a rich history of watch making. Known originally as the Baume Brothers, the Swiss company dates back to 1830. Nine decades later, the company set up another store in London. About the same time, Paul Mercier joined the business, which led to the renaming of the company to […]
Pins, rings and pendants; you probably already have some of those in your jewelry box. What about the unusual pieces? Do you have a pendant or pin that is a conversation starter? If you do not yet have this type of vintage piece in your collection, we can help. Staubbach Falls Porcelain Picture in a […]
Finding gemstones with the old-European cut is a rarity. This cut presents with larger culets, tables of less than 53 percent and a pronounced crown angle. Modern gemstone cutters no longer use this cut but rather favor the round brilliant cut that evolved from the old-European method. When you want to add a jewel showing […]
If all goes well, you will only buy one vintage engagement ring in your life. Making this purchase can therefore be daunting. It takes the pros a bit of a learning curve to find out how to make this type of purchase as an informed consumer with an eye on quality and value. Our professionals […]
Peter Suchy Jewelers delight in bringing people and vintage jewels together. In some cases, these are one-of-a-kind pieces with a long history. At other times, the clearly superior artisanship sets apart this kind of jewel from those you see currently made. While not every customer inquiry results in a sale, we do hope that every […]
Most modern gem cuts are round in nature. Manufacturing settings that hold these stones is frequently easier than those that accommodate gems with different cuts. This is most likely one of the reasons why you do not see very many square-cut gems anymore. The standard square cut presents with 57 facets. This cut calls for […]
