Expandable Choker Necklace
Dramatic Expandable Rigid Torque Necklace
Located in New York, NY
14kt Yellow Gold Expandable rigid Torque. Fashionable - a stand-out look from the 60's.
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Vintage 1960s American Modernist Choker Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage Masai Multi Wire Choker Necklace
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage Masai light gold tone multi wire choker necklace.
Adjustable hook clasp
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Christian Dior by Grosse 1958 Gilded Metal Braided Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Christian Dior choker necklace was created and manufactured by Grosse in 1958. This
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Marina B. Diamond Cabochon Ruby Sapphire Pearl Choker Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent set by Marina B that dates back to the 1980s, comprising a pearl choker necklace and
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bold Wide Gilt Metal Stretch Band Choker & Bracelet Set c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
very striking accessory
Measurements:
The choker length measured flat = 17 inches expands slightly
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Vintage Collar Necklace in 9 Carat Gold, circa 1949
Located in Kendal, GB
signature point at the bottom. Its ingenious design is articulated and expands to fit comfortably around the
Category
20th Century English Retro Choker Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gold
Cartier Oriental Saltwater Pearl, Platinum & Diamond Collier de Chien, c. 1910.
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
invisible spring mechanism which will expand (or contract) the length 3/8th of an inch. The total length of
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Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
AJD Creamy Pearls & Garnet Briolette 14 Inch Choker Necklace January Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
briolettes (7 MM) choker necklace. This unique necklace has an expandable gold plate toggle clasp for
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Engraved Locket
Located in Stamford, CT
on a silver choker or chain at your chosen length. Two photographs can be inserted inside.
In the
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gerlach's Allegorien, plate #66: "Tragedy" Lithograph, Gustav Klimt.
By Gustav Klimt
Located in Chicago, IL
wrist, her gold choker necklace and hoop earrings emphasize artifice and adornment. Tragedy means
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1890s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Max Eisler Eine Nachlese folio “Hygieia” collotype print
By (after) Gustav Klimt
Located in Chicago, IL
a regal manner which is enhanced by her ornate golden choker necklace and bracelet and her
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1930s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Materials
Paper
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Christian Dior Couture Runway Crystal & Bead Choker Necklace, Fall-Winter 2003
By John Galliano
Located in Geneva, CH
In the "Belle Epoque" style, one of a kind Christian Dior by John Galliano choker from the 2003 Fall-Winter Haute Couture collection. Crafted in plated silver-tone metal and sparklin...
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Silver Plate
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Magnificent Cartier Diamond Platinum Tennis Bracelet
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Early 2000s French Tennis Bracelets
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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Kathrine Baumann Beverly Hills Snow White's Red Apple Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Kathrine Baumann Beverly Hills, Katherine Baumann
Located in Tustin, CA
A limited-edition, signed and numbered, Swarovski crystal encrusted, gold-plated metal Snow White's red apple shaped minaudière evening bag purse by Kathrine Baumann, who is the cele...
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1990s American Evening Bags and Minaudières
Vintage Monet Fancy Link Chain 1980s
By Monet
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Monet Fancy Link Chain. Crafted in gold plated metal. Substantial and wonderful quality. Very good vintage condition, signed, 43cms. Wonderfully stylish for all occasions. ...
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Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces
GIA Certified 18.0+ Carat Emerald Cut Diamond
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Emerald Cut Diamond over 18 Carats (please inquire about exact weight)
GIA Certified as I color and VS2 clarity.
Please inquire for stones in any shape, size and quality.
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2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
NIB Christian Dior Vintage "Valentine" Golden Bronze Masai Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Authentic Christian Dior by John Galliano runway Masai Necklace, in a rich bronze color.
Perfect Valentine´s Day gift. Similiar in style to the huge necklace worn by Charlize The...
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1990s Choker Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Paco Rabanne Vintage Chainmail and Quartz Choker Necklace
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Nice, FR
PACO RABANNE vintage choker necklace featuring a silver tone chainmail grid embellished with dangling purple quartz chips.
Lobster clasp closure.
Adjustable length with extension ch...
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Christian Dior 1972 Vintage Large Knot Bow Ribbon Butterfly Mesh Elegant Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1972 Vintage Large Knot Bow Ribbon Butterfly Mesh Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone
Very good condition. Not any colour loss, but light dark spots, barely noticeable. 100% ge...
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W 1.82 in L 2.29 in
Christian Lacroix Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Spectacular necklace of Christian Lacroix. Central medaillon, faux perle and faux coral. Big CL signed on the back, stamp Christian Lacroix Made in France. Very impressive artistic w...
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1990s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Robert Lee Morris Statement Vintage Choker Necklace
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1980's-90's dramatic very well made Robert Lee Morris choker. Features faux white pearl and resin interspersed with gold metal. A strong statement piece and unique necklace o...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces
Late Victorian 15 Carat Gold Fancy Link Albert Chain, Dated circa 1895
Located in London, GB
Late Victorian 15ct Gold Fancy Link Albert Chain, dated circa 1895
Beautifully made in a heavy gauge of 15 Ct Gold which hasn't been available since 1932.
Both end clips have a 15 ct...
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Antique 1890s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Nine strand freshwater pearl necklace w/ fluted 14kt gold balls with gold clasp
Located in New Orleans, LA
Important and very handsome nine strand necklace of freshwater shaped pearls. Shaped pearls form a beautiful interlocking effect when gently torqued, framing the neck and face most f...
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
Christian Dior coat in off-white, brown, and taupe fox fur with wide collar. Two side pockets. Opens with two hooks on the front. Lined in black silk. Has been worn and is in excelle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Fur Puffer Coats
Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Trio Cluster Flower Pearls Choker Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Signed Grosse at back. 100% Genuine. Rare to find.
Size: 40* 0.8 cm. Pendant: 3.1*3.0 cm.
Weight: 26 g.
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Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet ...
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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
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Antique Diamond Fringe Tiara Necklace, Silver Upon Gold, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
An antique, French, diamond fringe tiara necklace, with rose-cut diamonds in rub over settings, alternating with graduating old-cut diamond drops, with an estimated total diamond wei...
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Vintage 1910s French Victorian More Necklaces
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1990s Goddess Choker Crystal Choker Necklace
Located in Auckland, New Zealand
This incredible choker is the definition of a statement piece, with textured gold and silver tone
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1990s American Choker Necklaces
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Masai Multi Wire Silver Choker Necklace
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Masai Multi Wire Silver Choker Necklace
Measurements:
Total Wearable
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Miriam Haskell Egyptian Revival Choker Necklace by Vrba, 1970s NWT
By Larwence Vrba
Located in Houston, TX
NWT Beautiful Egyptian revival bib / collar choker necklace by Larry Vrba for Miriam Haskell. The
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Vintage 1970s American Egyptian Revival Choker Necklaces
Acacia 24k Gold Plated Acacia Choker
Located in MONTREUIL, France
“expand” your life. Spirituality and expansion.
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Materials
24k Gold, Gold Plate
14 K Gold Rhodolite Garnet Cultured Pearl Choker-Art Deco Style
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Audrey Hepburn in this choker.
A Stunningly Breathtaking 14K yellow gold choker necklace featuring six
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20th Century Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Chromointerference, necklace, Carlos Cruz-Diez -limited edition-Artist Jewellery
Located in London, GB
18 Kt white gold in black rhodium, impresac acrylic with UV pigment necklace
6 cm diameter
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Late 2oth Century Lawrence VRBA Convertible Cameo Brooch Necklace
By Lawrence Vrba
Located in Houston, TX
You can spot a Lawrence VRBA piece from a mile away, and this amazing cameo necklace is no
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Late 20th Century American Choker Necklaces
Diamond Gold Choker Cuff Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
, this choker cuff necklace with covered in 60 genuine high quality round cut diamonds approx: 2.90cttw
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Spectacular Diamond Emerald Cabochon Gold Choker Cuff Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite bold choker necklace is crafted in solid 18K yellow and white gold and is designed
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Important Heart Shaped Emerald, Diamond and Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in Aspen, CO
is approximately 6+ cts. This choker necklace is well made probably by an important house, it bears
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold
1970s Large Gold Tone Tubogas Choker
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970s dramatic large gold tone tubogas choker. Slightly expands and contracts. Tab insert box clasp
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Choker Necklaces
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Gilt Metal
Christian Dior Vintage 1969 Collar Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage collar necklace featuring a long pendant with glass (white, green) and gold
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20th Century German Choker Necklaces
Multi-Color Gemstones and Diamond Flowers Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
necklace in the top for always-appropriate-accessory award.
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, heart shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Romantic Choker Necklaces
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Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Amethyst, G...
Graduated Weingrill Collar
By Carlo Weingrill
Located in New York, NY
- Italy - Weingrill and control mark Slightly expandable What a necklace!
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Vintage 1960s Italian Egyptian Revival Choker Necklaces
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold with Diamond Chocker
Located in Greenwich, CT
diamond swirls to accent the front of this chocker.
The necklace stretch, expands with a spring and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Diamond, Ruby, 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless-Steel Collar
By Bulgari
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Diamond, Ruby, 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless-Steel Collar by Bvlgari - Expandable to fit every neck
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Long Necklace or Choker and Bracelet
Located in Aspen, CO
necklace is 16.5 inches. The bracelet is 7.5 inches. Because this necklace is woven gold, it expands
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Soldier Green Agate Quartz Oxidized Sterling Silver Bracelet Choker
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
to expand into a necklace by adding another bracelet to it. Handmade in NYC. One of a kind. Center
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2010s American Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Materials
Agate, Quartz, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Marina B 18k Gold & Diamond 'KAR' Choker Necklace
By Marina B
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful choker necklace from famed designer Marina B, granddaughter of the famed jewelry house
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Retro Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Christian Dior by Grosse 1958 Gilt Metal Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Christian Dior choker necklace, created and manufactured by Grosse. Crafted by Henkel
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Alexis Kirk Massive Glass Jeweled Maltese Cross Choker Necklace c 1980
By Alexis Kirk
Located in University City, MO
Alexis Kirk Massive glass jeweled maltese cross choker necklace
The wide gilt metal stretch choker
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Black Jet Choker
Located in Alford, MA
Great look to go with your Gatsby inspired attire, this black jet necklace has three rows of beads
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Late 20th Century American Choker Necklaces
Jet and Rhinestone Choker
Located in Alford, MA
C.1970s wide choker composed of five strands of faceted black glass beads accented by vertical
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Vintage 1970s American Choker Necklaces
Philippe Ferrandis Modern Torque Necklace
By Philippe Ferrandis
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Gold torque necklace from french designer Philippe Ferrandis. Opening is slightly expandable
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2010s Choker Necklaces
David Yurman Paveflex 18k White Gold & Diamond Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Birmingham, AL
forgetting its elegant form. An opening in the back allows it to expand to fit a range of sizes.
Pavéflex
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2010s American Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier 18ct Gold and Sterling Silver Collarette Necklace Pendant
Located in St Helens, GB
A Cartier designer necklace.
Sterling silver example. 925 grade with 18 carat yellow gold sections
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Sumtuous Weingrill Graduated Gold Collar
By Carlo Weingrill
Located in New York, NY
Broad graduated expandable collar. Big look from the 60's . 1" to a middle width of 1.5" Are you
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Vintage 1960s Italian Choker Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Dominique Favey Gilded Bronze Lace Collar
Located in New York, NY
neck (see image).
11.5" length neck wire. 1.5" opening, which can be expanded due to malleability of
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Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces
Materials
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Castellani Gold Pendants Choker Necklace
By Castellani
Located in Darnestown, MD
Rome and Greece.
The firm expanded from Rome to Paris and London. While the original Castellani firm
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Vintage 1980s British Revival Link Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Gold
Gemjunky Elegant Rhodochrosite and Agate Choker Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique and elegant Rhodochrosite and pinky/peach Agate choker necklace. As a one of a kind
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
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AJD Elegant Gold and Black Choker Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Handmade, 16 Inch necklace of gold wash over Lava rock and black Tourmaline rondelles. This elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
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Tourmaline, Other, Gold, Mixed Metal
White Freshwater Pearl Choker Necklace with Crystal Accents
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
White Freshwater Pearl necklace with expandable Silver toggle clasp. The long flatish white pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
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Crystal, Freshwater Pearl, Silver Plate
Choker Necklace of Black Onyx and Gold tone accents
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant Black Onyx choker necklace with expandable toggle clasp. Wear this lovely necklace daily
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
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Onyx, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
Gorgeous, Glowing, Iridescent Freshwater Pearl Choker Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
the safe!
One of a kind, Chinese Freshwater Pearl choker necklace from a second harvest of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate
AJD Statement Aquamarine Choker with Goldy Accents March Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant and unique, this 'aqua' toned large scale Aquamarine choker necklace makes such a great
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
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Aquamarine, Gold Plate
Bellari Colorful Multi-Gemstone Chandelier Enhancer with Reversible Necklace
By Bellari
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This amazing Bellari necklace has so much versatility and charm! The lovely choker style necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces
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Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Diamond, White ...
Alex Soldier Green Agate Quartz Oxidized Sterling Silver Bracelet Choker
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
to expand into a necklace by adding another bracelet to it. Handmade in NYC. One of a kind. Center
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2010s American Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Materials
Agate, Quartz, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Chantecler Gold & Gem-Set Floral Choker Necklace
By Chantecler
Located in Greenwich, CT
Flexible gem-set and gold floral choker necklace, designed as a 3-row band of foliate and geometric
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Choker Necklaces
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Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Coro 40's Choker
By Coro
Located in Berkshires, MA
Gold tone flexible and slightly expandable snake chain choker.
Center classic 40's scroll
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American Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1980s Chanel Necklace/Headband
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
necklace. It is 20” x 1”. The front has black fabric weaving in and out of the quilt design. The front
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Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces
1940s Gold Gaspipe Collar Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
year 1948. It's constructed from 9k gold throughout, with very slightly expanding links.
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Mid-20th Century English Choker Necklaces
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Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Retro Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
a choker. The flowers measure 1 1/4 inch wide and the necklace measures 5/16 inch wide and 15 1/2
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"Qu'hier Que Demain" Charm Necklace
Located in New York, NY
since become a French truism for everlasting, constantly expanding love. On this necklace, each 18k
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21st Century Gold Swarovski Crystal & Enamel Choker Necklace By, Sorrelli
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Swarovski crystal rhinestone and enamel flower choker style necklace by, Sorrelli. This stunner is finished
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1960s Napier Copper and Pewter Tone Bauble Cluster Choker
By Napier
Located in Houston, TX
Eye - catching short collar - length/Choker by 1960’s Napier. The necklace features bright
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Expandable Choker Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the expandable choker necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, gilt metal and mixed metal. Find an antique version now, or shop for 11 vintage or 5 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an expandable choker necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing expandable choker necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Alex Soldier, Jean Paul Gaultier and Alexis Kirk each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at an expandable choker necklace featuring agate from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also bead and mixed cut versions for sale. Most of our expandable choker necklace for sale are for women, but there are 6 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Expandable Choker Necklace?
Prices for an expandable choker necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $198 and can go as high as $250,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,600.
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.
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