Choker Wire
Early 2000s Unknown Retro Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Early 2000s French Modernist Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1990s French Modernist Choker Necklaces
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
2010s French Artist Choker Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Choker Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Garnet, Vermeil
Early 2000s French Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Choker Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Brass, Mixed Metal
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Brass
1990s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 1790s European Choker Necklaces
Garnet, Silver
2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces
1990s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Asian Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
22k Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s French Retro Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
1990s Italian Choker Necklaces
Silver
Early 2000s French Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Etruscan Revival Choker Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s Artisan Choker Necklaces
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Artisan Choker Necklaces
Citrine, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1960s American Artisan Choker Necklaces
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Choker Necklaces
Gold-filled, Rose Gold
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s American Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Choker Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Artisan Choker Necklaces
Pearl, Moonstone, Topaz, Citrine, Amber, Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass, Silver
Vintage 1950s Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1940s Retro Choker Necklaces
Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Renaissance Revival Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
Early 2000s Peruvian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Choker Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Choker Necklaces
Enamel, Gilt Metal
1990s American Choker Necklaces
Amethyst, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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.
- What is the meaning of a choker?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A choker is an ornamental necklace that fits snugly around the neck. They can be made of a variety of materials, including metal, plastic or fabric, and have become very popular with celebrities over the years. Chokers can also be stacked to add drama to any ensemble. Shop a collection of vintage and modern choker necklaces from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
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