Dog Collars And Choker
20th Century German Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s French Modernist Choker Necklaces
Enamel
1990s French Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 2000s French Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Other
Vintage 1940s Mexican Choker Necklaces
Brass
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
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2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass
Late 20th Century Mexican Choker Necklaces
Silver
Vintage 1970s Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1950s Cocktail Dresses
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Edwardian More Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Si...
Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces
Silver Plate
Antique Late 18th Century Portuguese George III Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Clamper Bracelets
18k Gold, Silver
1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns
1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Vintage 1940s American Modern Brooches
Early 2000s Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
20th Century Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Italian Choker Necklaces
Rhodium
Vintage 1960s Choker Necklaces
Amethyst
Vintage 1970s American Choker Necklaces
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Gold Plate
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
Garnet, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cuff Bracelets
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, White Gold
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
20th Century German Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1960s French Modernist Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1960s French Modernist Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1970s American Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1980s American Edwardian Choker Necklaces
20th Century Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1840s French Victorian Choker Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1960s American Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Finding the Right choker-necklaces for You
Vintage choker necklaces are elegant, alluring and stylish. Cameos, pearls, diamonds and other stones can decorate these necklaces, which come in single or multiple strands. Whether it is a statement piece or a delicate chain, these short necklaces always stand out and turn heads.
The history of the choker can be traced back thousands of years, with Sumerian examples discovered from 2600–2500 B.C. They endured as a popular form of adornment through the centuries, and during the French Revolution they took on a symbolic significance. Women wore ribbons around their throats to mark the passing of those killed by the guillotine. Soon, the plain ribbons were adorned with small cameos and other ornamentation.
European choker necklaces gained a salacious reputation in the 19th century when prostitutes were associated with black ribbons tied around the neck, such as the model in Édouard Manet’s Olympia (1863). Queen Alexandra, Princess of Wales, reversed the trend in the late 19th century by wearing a large pearl and diamond choker, reputedly to hide a scar.
Fashioned from gold, pearls and other precious stones and metals, chokers continued to be worn into the 20th century, alternately statements of wealth and rebellion. They experienced periods of revival in the 1920s, ’40s, ’70s and ’90s for both men and women.
Vintage chokers make a statement with an unmistakable air of femininity. On 1stDibs, find an alluring collection of vintage chokers today, including gold, sapphire and emerald chokers.
- What is a choker collar?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A choke collar sees a chain looped around the neck — a dog’s neck — that tightens when the dog owner pulls on the attached leash. The prong is a collar of metal spikes. When the collar tightens as a result of pulling on the leash, it will pinch the neck of the dog as part of a training maneuver. The Humane Society of the United States has found that these collars are inhumane for use on pets.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021Best leather dog collar is a matter of preference. While buying leather collars for dogs, look for durability and think about sizing — measure your dog's neck and make sure the collar you’re interested in will fit your dog. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of leather dog collars to choose from.
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