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Full Neck Choker

9ct Gold Vintage Choker necklace with carnelian inserts
Located in London, GB
Unique 9ct Gold Choker Necklace with Carnelian inserts Circa 1970s Full British hallmarks
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Vintage 1970s European Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold

David Webb Gold and White Enamel Choker Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Palm Beach, FL
. At it's widest point in the front, it measures a full 1 inch in width. The necklace fits a small neck
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Mid-20th Century American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

27 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Chandelier Regal Choker Necklace in 18k
Located in Miami, FL
27.42 Carat total natural Colombian emerald and diamond chandelier regal design choker necklace in
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1990s Colombian Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Monica Coscioni Roma Modern Freeform Choker Necklace in .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric necklace choker designed by Monica Coscioni. Beautiful and sleek contemporary piece
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20th Century Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

45 Carat Mixed Cut Green Peridot Cluster Choker Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Elevate your style with this breathtaking 45-carat peridot gemstone cluster choker necklace. These
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Gold Vintage Italian Pearl & Coral bead necklace
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold Beaded Choker Necklace & Matching earrings Comprises of Natural Coral & Naturally
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Vintage 1980s European Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Rigid Necklace in Yellow and White Gold with Diamond, Collection Teardrop
By Vanessa Drumond
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Oval shaped collar made of thin round rod to perfectly fit the neck of the woman's neck. This
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Early 2000s Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

18k solid gold Belle Epoque Necklace - Filigree chain - Victorian drapery chain
Located in Antwerp, BE
. These fine links fall nicely around the neck. It is a delicate and feminine necklace. We love this
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Diamond Tennis Necklace
By Issac Nussbaum
Located in New York, NY
just two prongs for each stone resulting in the full visual effect of the entire diamond . On the neck
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2010s North American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Robert Lee Morris Wabi Sabi Collection for Donna Karan Armadillo Collar
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in New York, NY
mesh for the neck, a thick and luscious "pelt" of overlapping brass discs that are linked on to a ball
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1990s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Robert Lee Morris Wabi Sabi Collection for Donna Karan Armadillo Collar
Robert Lee Morris Wabi Sabi Collection for Donna Karan Armadillo Collar
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H 4 in W 4 in D 0.4 in Dm 8 in L 15 in
Byzantine necklace excellent craftmanship 14KT yellow gold 17 inches necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Byzantine yellow gold necklace in 14KT yellow gold, phenomenally made and sits amazing on the neck
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jean Mahie 1970 Paris Sculptural Collar Necklace In Solid 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Jean Mahie
Located in Miami, FL
collar necklace is an impressive and lends a big, bold, gold look on your neck. Weight: 260.2 grams
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jean Paul Gaultier 1990s Tribal Inspired Vintage Fringed Collar
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
of style - it makes a dramatic statement with a full length black lace dress or looks ultra-cool sat
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

Chaumet 1960 Paris Complete Boxed Suite 18Kt Gold 62.56 Cts Diamonds Malachite
By Chaumet
Located in Miami, FL
a weight of 114.95 Grams and fit a neck up to 16 Inches (40.6 Cm). The main drop element have a
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Vintage 1960s French Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Saint Barbara France 16/17th Century Sculpture Wood Religious Old master Art
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Barbara, elegantly dressed in a red gown covered by a cloak with gold borders and tied around the neck by
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16th Century Old Masters Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Wood Panel

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 10k GOLD HAIR ART MOURNING BROOCH WITH SEED PEARLS
Located in New York, NY
I have a long-held fascination with Victorian hair art and mourning jewelry, and this piece is full
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 10k Gold

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Trifari Vintage Sapphire Turquoise Blue Choker Necklace and Clip on Earring Set
By Trifari
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautifully made vintage costume jewelry set by Trifari is mid century modern. It is a choker necklace with matching clip on earrings. It is a luscious peacock sapphire blue to ...
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Hermes Birkin 30 Bag Diamond Himalaya Blanc Crocodile White Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exceptional Hermes Birkin 30 Diamond Blanc Himalaya Matte Crocodile. Exquisite coloration and details, this rare and coveted bag is becoming more elusive and dif...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Vintage David Webb Diamond and Enamel Dooknocker Earrings
By David Webb
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine example of classic David Webb jewelry, these green enamel, diamond-set, 18k gold and platinum doorknocker earrings exemplify the 1980's. Set with 38 round brilliant-cut diamon...
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Vintage 1980s American Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

William Ruser 1950 Cocktail Ring 18kt Gold Platinum with Natural Pearl & Diamond
By William Ruser
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring with natural pearl designed by William Ruser. Beautiful cocktail ring, created in Beverly Hill California back in the 1950 by the jewelry designer William Ruser, back ...
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Vintage 1950s American Post-War Cocktail Rings

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Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k...

Cartier White Gold Diamond Panthere Tassel Pendant on a Cartier Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Panthere tassel pendant with black enamel, black onyx, and set with round diamonds is a stunning piece of jewelry. The F/G color and VVS-VS clarity of the diamonds ensure...
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20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Belle Époque Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Barry Kieselstein Vintage Mermaid Gold Pearl Necklace
By Kieselstein
Located in Miami, FL
This impressive designer Barry Kieselstein necklace ** comprises 4 strands of lustrous silk-strung cultured pearls of an enchanting 'pinkish white' color, measuring 7mm in diameter. ...
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Oriental Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

.925 Sterling Silver 1/6 Carat Diamond Ball Bead Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Simple yet elegant, this bangle cuff bracelet is a great anytime look. Strands of sleek sterling silver come together to form round ball links. Loops of diamond accented bands alter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Ed Wiener 1948 New York Aerodynamic Constructivist Sculptural Cuff in 925 Silver
By Ed Wiener
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional cuff designed by Ed Wiener (1918-1991). This very rare modernist sculptural piece is one of Wiener's first creations as a jeweler-artist, in New York city, circa 1948...
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Vintage 1940s American Modernist Cuff Bracelets

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Sterling Silver, Silver

A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace, the flexible tapering yellow gold body formed of three rows of scale-like collets each set with a round cabochon-cut turquoise, the h...
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Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
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Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Paris Bold Geometric Links Bracelet Solid .925 Sterling
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Exceedingly rare bracelet designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Elegant modernist bracelet, created by the house of Van Cleef & Arpels in Paris, France at the beginning of the 1970's. Thi...
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Link Bracelets

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Sterling Silver, Silver

ART NOUVEAU c.1930's Floral Filigree Brass & Amber Czech Glass Choker Necklace
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Art Nouveau c.1930's floral filigree brass and amber Czech glass choker necklace. Nine faceted oval amber czech glass gems prong set into a brass-toned metal open work filigr...
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Choker Necklaces

Francoise Montague Iridescent Crillon Necklace
By Francoise Montague
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Vintage green gold discs double row necklace from Francoise Montague. Designer Biography: La maison Françoise Montague has been recognized and respected in the world of haute coutu...
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2010s French Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Ralph Masri Modernist Circular Diamond and Sapphire Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Elegant 18kt white gold ring with diamonds and sapphires from Ralph Masri's Modernist collection, inspired by mid-century Modernist architecture with an emphasis on minimalist shapes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Modernist Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Butler & Wilson Statement Crystal Snake Collar 1980s
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Butler & Wilson Snake Collar from the 1980s. A dramatic riviere of fancy cut stones creates our wonderful serpent collar that winds fully around the neck to wonderful effec...
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Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces

CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Gold Tone Jewelled Torque Cross Pendant Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage textured gold tone torque necklace featuring a cross pendant embellished with multicolored crystals, glass and faux turquoise cabochons. Adjustable hook cl...
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

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Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Neck-Collar
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
Featuring 300 full-cut diamonds, 4.75 cts. tw., bead set in an 18k yellow gold tapering articulated
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Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

M. Khatau 18K Yellow Gold and White Diamond Truth choker necklace
Located in London, GB
Handcrafted in 18k yellow gold with Full cut diamonds weighing 3.85cts. This dramatic and elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

M. Khatau 18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Thea Spiral Choker Necklace
Located in London, GB
18K White gold, Full cut Diamonds 3.44 ctw. The choker opens like a bangle with side hinges and a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro 1940's Gaspipe Ruby & Diamond Necklace Choker
Located in QLD , AU
Super chic and so fashionable, this 18k Yellow Gold ruby & diamond gaspipe choker style is so
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20th Century American Retro Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Lalaounis Style Necklace and Ring
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Westfield, NJ
Karat Gold Necklace: 18 Karat Gold 10 full cut diamonds, 1ct tcw 4 rubies .12ct tcw Fits 16 inch
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Studio Rêves Blossom Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By Studio Rêves
Located in Mumbai, Maharashtra
Gross Weight: 79.91 Grams Diamond Weight: 32.97 cts Neck Size: 16 Inches Currently Not Graded. IGI
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2010s Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Actress Terry Moore Mrs. Howard Hughes 40 Carats of Diamonds 18kt Gold Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
regular neck ornament while Terry Moore socialized with the likes of Marilyn Monroe, Fred Astaire, Frank
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20th Century American Retro Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Taxco Sterling Amethyst Necklace / Eagle
Located in Litchfield County, CT
are a bit earlier. Full signature is 925 Iguala, Mexico, MSA, Eagle 2. Beautiful design on the neck
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Vintage 1960s More Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Vintage Krementz White Gold & Austrian Crystal, Necklace, Bracelet, Earrings S/4
By Krementz & Co
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. This coveted original box set and full demi parure includes, one choker style necklace, one cuff style
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20th Century American Cuff Bracelets

Ambre & Louise Four Leaves 18 Carat Gold Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
4 Leaves Arum necklace in 18 carat gold plated brass. Flower is 4” 18” around the neck Marc
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2010s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Diamond Star Necklace with 55 Diamonds Set on 5 Star Pendant in 14 Karat Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
are fifty-five(55) full, round brilliant cut diamonds to sparkle and shine on your neck. The diamonds
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Italian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Curblink Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-fashion icon when you adorn your neck with this Vintage Italian Gold Curblink Necklace. With a sleek
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Vintage 1970s Italian Choker Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

La Triomphe Unusual Onyx Diamond Gold Arrow Necklace
By La Triomphe
Located in New York, NY
arrow and the quill each set with small round full cut white diamonds in white gold, creating a pleasing
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

AAAA White South Sea Pearl and 42.75 Carat Diamond Necklace and Earring Set
Located in Tustin, CA
graduating down to 12.5 mm in the back of the necklace. The pearls and diamonds go all the around the neck
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20th Century American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Italian Tiffany & Co 14k Yellow Gold San-Marco Choker Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Shippensburg, PA
between each crescent element. This allows it to flex and lay beautifully across your neck, provide a
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20th Century Italian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

8.90 Carat 4-Row Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Multi-Strand Choker Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1980's pearl and diamond multi strand choker necklace. 18k yellow 4 wire rows of round pearls with
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Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel 1992 Large Gold Logo Belt/Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
significant length was fashioned as long pendants, chokers and also belt. The jewelry made by Chanel in the
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1990s French Belts

Chanel 1992 Large Gold Logo Belt/Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
significant length was fashioned as long pendants, chokers and also belt. The jewelry made by Chanel in the
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1990s French Belts

Choker Chain necklace 18KT yellow gold rare find choker solid necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Phenomenal choker necklace, sits great on the neck and can acomodate any pendant, absolutely
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Three-Row Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Collar Choker Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Custom made 3 row pearl and diamond choker necklace collar in 18k yellow gold with secure 18k white
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Vintage 1960s Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi-Color Gemstone and Pave Diamond Choker Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
for full description). This piece absolutely radiates on the neck. The necklace is 16.25" long and
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20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Gol...

18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Pearl Collar Pendant
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 18k white gold diamond and pearl collar pendant, containing 100 round full cut diamonds
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Torque Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
made of a full and round gold wire. It ends with a loop and a hook to allow to attach it. Diameter : 13
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage 1964 Christian Dior byMarc Bohan 3 Pc Ruby Paste & Art Glass Parure
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A truly exceptional vintage Christian Dior full parure or suite that includes a rare full collar
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Vintage 1960s Choker Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Beige Silk Tassel Adjustable Lariat Necklace - 40", 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Tucson, AZ
Stylish in the offhand, sexy way that 1970s Saint Laurent did so well. The neck circumference is
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Vintage 1970s French Rope Necklaces

Victorian Coral Necklace with Rose-Cut Diamond and Green Chalcedony Clasp
Located in Southbury, CT
at full length or doubled around your neck as a choker with the gemmy clasp on the side or in back
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Antique Mid-19th Century Portuguese Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Coral, Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver

Pearl Necklace Strand Cultured Multi-Color Chinese Freshwater
Located in Southbury, CT
and when it is draped full-length around your neck you cannot help but feel you have been awarded
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2010s Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Cartier 7cts Diamond Bead Adjustable Long Necklace in 18K Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
a true double row choker; another possibility is to wear it as triple row bracelet. The decorative
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Early 2000s French Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

John Galliano for Christian Dior 1990s Maasai Inspired Vintage Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wigan, GB
represent the heavily beaded collars worn by the Kenyan Maasai people. It is therefore a boned choker in
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium

18 Karat White Gold and Pave Diamond Basket Weave Design Choker 7.20 Carat
Located in Red Bank, NJ
. Necklace has 20 plain white gold links, & 22 pave diamond links. Diamonds are all full cut stones. Total
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1990s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18th Century Ruby and Diamond Earrings and Necklace Demi-Parure
Located in Austin, TX
for ‘full dress’, the most formal and with the lowest décolletage. Tied with a ribbon and worn high on
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Antique Early 19th Century French Georgian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

Jean-Louis Scherrer Couture White Evening Gown with Beaded Collar
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown from Jean-Louis Scherrer Couture featurs a full white net a-line skirt and beaded halter
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Late 20th Century French Evening Gowns

1970's CINER Paved Rhinestone Goldtone and Gemtone Cabochon Necklace
By Ciner
Located in Palm Springs, CA
with amazing full paved surfaces and encrustation of cabochon faux emeralds, rubies and sapphires, The
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Vintage 1970s American Choker Necklaces

Antique Victorian Snake Collar Necklace, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
. Serpent jewellery became popular during the early years of Queen Victoria’s reign coinciding with the full
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Unusual 1990s Chloe Long Brass Pendant Necklace
By Chloé
Located in Rockwood, ON
suspended together on flat hammered silver colored links. It has a choker feel around the neck and then
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1990s Drop Necklaces

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Full Neck Choker For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the full neck choker you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 9 vintage or 5 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect full neck choker may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A full neck choker from Chaumet, David Webb and Gad & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A full neck choker can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 4 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and mixed cut alternatives. Finding a full neck choker for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Full Neck Choker?

Prices for a full neck choker can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $865 and can go as high as $75,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,960.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.