Fish Choker
Two Tone Fish Choker with Ruby
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our Two Tone Fish Choker is a striking embodiment of unity and togetherness. With one side plated
Category
2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Red Coral Carved Fish Choker
Located in New York, NY
These one-of-a-kind fish are beautifully carved from vintage coral - since protected - from the Sea
Category
2010s American Artist Choker Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Veiled Charms Choker with Ruby
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Adorned with charms including the protective evil eye, fish scales, the date seed, and the olive
Category
2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
VINTAGE 1950s WEISS DIAMANTÉ BAGUETTE CHOKER
By Weiss
Located in New York, NY
Made in the 1950s by Weiss, this diamanté baguette choker is a serious show-stopper. Weiss is
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Veiled Charms Choker in Gold with Emerald
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Adorned with charms including the protective evil eye, delicate fish scales, the date seed, and the
Category
2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Enamel Colored Fish Necklace by Kabali
Located in Darnestown, MD
Colorful enamel fish swim around a variety of shells; starfish and coral in this most unusual 18
Category
1990s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
Mythical Fish Rock Crystal Obelisk Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
design and highly carved mythical fish accented by a large rock crystal obelisk pendant - made in Paris
Category
Late 20th Century French Byzantine Choker Necklaces
Materials
Rock Crystal
Whimsical Mexican Sterling and Turquoise Fish Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This Mexican sterling necklace has an oversized pendant made up of silver fish with turquoise eyes
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Modernist Choker Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18K white gold.
White Diamond: approx. 1.045cts, G/H colour, VS
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18K rose gold.
White Diamond: approx. 1.045cts, G/H colour, VS
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18K yellow gold.
White Diamond: approx. 1.045cts, G/H colour, VS
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond Jewelry Suite with Choker Necklace and Earrings
Located in London, GB
in clarity. The necklace measures 16 inches in length with a 2.5 inch drop and has a fish hook clasp
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
An exceptional enamel and leather 'fish' necklace, Loutzia, France, 1950s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An enamel on copper, and leather necklace with a charming 'fish' motif designed by French jewellery
Category
Vintage 1950s French Choker Necklaces
Materials
Copper, Enamel
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W 1 in D 0.2 in L 16.5 in
KJL Faux Jade Dragon Fish Brooch Pin and Faux Tahitian Pearl Necklace
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
, Brooch Pendant Necklace. Approx. length of necklace: 15”. Fish Dragon design Brooch marked: KJL; body of
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Oscar de la Renta Starfish Necklace in Silver and Gold Tone with Faux Pearls
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta statement choker necklace featuring silver and gold tone star fish with faux
Category
2010s Unknown Choker Necklaces
Turquoise & Pave Diamond Star Fish Charm Choker Necklace in 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14Kt:4g,
Diamond:3.15ct,
Silver:8.612g,
Turquoise:8.13ct
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage Articulated Fish Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This vintage fish pendant is such a wonderful piece to collect, or gift. The idea of fish as good
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Art Deco Carved Chinese Amethyst Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
set on an very ornate frame featuring different animals ,fish etc boarder . Amethyst beads and clasp
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
1990s 18k Yellow Gold Orange Enamel Fish Pendant Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
removable orange enamel fish. This fish can also be worn as a brooch. This necklace is crafted with a yellow
Category
1990s Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Louis Rousselet Pearl and Crystal Paste Necklace C1920
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
Pristine Louis Rousselet graduated pearl and crystal paste, choker necklace .Composed of Rousselet
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Phillips Enameled Fish Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Phillips enamelled fish necklace, the thirteen openwork links depicting two coiled fish the one
Category
Antique 1890s Renaissance Revival Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pair of earrings! Almost 7 carats of sparkle!
6.87 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds set in pear and marquise shaped 18k white gold. The round stones give the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
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Illusion Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A FABULOUS pair of classic diamond drop earrings.
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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Gold Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Beautiful Finely detailed Red Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Hand set with Rubies, weighing approx. 2.90tcw and Diamonds, approx. 1.12tcw. Hand crafted in 14K White Gold...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Marina J Wide Woven Bridal Pearl Choker with Silver rhodium plated Sliding clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The multi-stranded woven white pearl bridal choker with a secure sliding clasp is made with 2.5 - 3mm glowing white pearls. Marina J.'s hand chose each pearl to create a delicate lac...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
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Tiffany & Co. Silver Twist Knot Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Brand Tiffany & co
9.5 x 9.5mm
Push-back
Weight 2.7gr
Mint Condition.
Comes with Tiffany & co pouch
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21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
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11.8 Carat Natural Deep Red Garnet Long Dangle Earrings in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
These gorgeous 11.8 Carat Natural Deep Red Garnet Long Dangle Earrings are crafted from the finest material and adorned with dazzling garnet gemstone which is believed to bring good ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings
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Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
Heart garnet ring. 14k Gold Heart Eternity Ring with Heart Garnets!
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold heart Eternity ring with heart natural garnets. January birthstone.
Heart eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts.
Weight: 2.2 g. (depen...
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2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
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Garnet, 14k Gold
New Santa Maria IF 11.60 Ct Aquamarine & Sapphire YGold Plated Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful ring! The cut of this stone is just spectacular! The ring is a size 7. This stone is from the Philippines. It is a beautiful fancy oval cut stone and is 11.60 cts....
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
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Aquamarine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Mediterranean Coral and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Style: Statement Ring
Ring Size: 7 (resizing available for a fee)
Total Weight: 10.5 Grams
Ring Height: 21 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Japanese Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Rope Necklaces
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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Santa Maria 8.60 Ct Aquamarine & Sapphire RGold Plated Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful ring! The cut of this stone is just spectacular! The ring is a size 6.5. This stone is from the Philippines. It is a beautiful fancy oval cut stone and is 8.60 cts...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
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Aquamarine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Rose Gold
Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 2.06 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds solitaire stud earrings crafted in 18 karat white gold, showcasing 2 spectacular GIA Certified round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 2.06 carats total, L colo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari 18K Yellow Gold Rectangular Blue Topaz Solitaire 9.2mm Wide Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Blue Topaz - Rectangular Cut w/ Rounded Top - Prong Set - Transparent Medium Blue Color - 13.6x8.2mm (approx.)
Material: 18K Solid Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
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Blue Topaz, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
24.81 Carat Cushion Cab Lapis With Diamond accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 18.0 mm Cushion-Cab (1 pcs) 24.81 carat Lapis and Round-cut ...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings
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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Red Orange Coral Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful ring of natural red orange coral set in 18k yellow gold and mounted with diamonds. Ring size 7
The ring centered around a large round coral bead of exceptional and even ...
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary More Rings
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Natural 19.84 ct Moonstone Tennis Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Bracelets are worn to enhance the look. Women love to look good. It is common to see a woman rocking a lovely gold bracelet on her wrist. A gold gemstone bracelet is the ultimate sta...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
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Diamond, Moonstone, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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Simon Harrison Electra Rainbow Enamel Fish Necklace
By Simon Harrison
Located in Dublin 2, Dublin 2
life. A school of fish in hues of iridescent colours, move elegantly together as their flow through the
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2010s British Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Enamel, Stainless Steel
Antonio Pineda .970 Silver Fish Motif Necklace
By Antoñio Pineda
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a circa 1963 .970 silver (better than sterling) choker necklace by Antonio Pineda
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Choker Necklaces
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Sterling Silver
Los Castillo Taxco Sterling Silver Skeletal Fish Necklace & Earrings
By Los Castillo
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a circa 1963 sterling silver necklace & pair of earrings by Los Castillo of Taxco, Mexico.
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Choker Necklaces
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Sterling Silver
Ugo Correani Shell and Jeweled Fish Necklace with Pearl Bubbles
By Ugo Correani
Located in New York, NY
Ugo Correani Shell and Jeweled Fish Necklace with Pearl Bubbles.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Choker Necklaces
Rare Hermes Purple Choker - Limited Edition BIJOUTERIE FANTASIA
By Hermès
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Extremely rare Hermes Purple and clear necklace. Necklace is a lucite cylinder adorned with fish
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21st Century and Contemporary French More Necklaces
1980's Diamond Ruby Peridot Coral 18K Gold Fish Link Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Heavy Retro Fish inspired Link Choker Necklace,
This elegant 1980's piece has 21 salmon color
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Vintage 1980s Modern Choker Necklaces
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Peridot, Ruby, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Yves Saint Laurent Silvered & Gilt Choker Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Silvered scallop-edged cups are stacked for a fish scale effect on this striking choker necklace by
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Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces
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Gilt Metal
Exotic Artisan Nepalese Glass Stone Choker Necklace
Located in University City, MO
fish pendant hangs from
a choker style chain embellished with clusters of
large lapis blue & pale
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Vintage 1980s Nepalese Artisan Choker Necklaces
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Agate, Brass
Edouard Rambaud Vintage Couture Fish Necklace, 80s
By Edouard Rambaud
Located in Verviers, Région Wallonne
For the Fish Zodiac and the Fish lovers ;)!!! Funny and ‘light’ what we need today! Edouard Rambaud
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20th Century European Choker Necklaces
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Gold Plate
Edouard Rambaud Paris Signed Choker Necklace Ceramic Beads Nautical Charms
By Edouard Rambaud
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very chic Edouard Rambaud Paris signed choker necklace. Nautical inspired design with large gilt
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Vintage 1980s French Romantic Choker Necklaces
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Gilt Metal
Red Branch Coral, Turquoise and Mexican Silver Demi-Choker Necklace - 14", 1970s
Located in Tucson, AZ
In true Boho-couture fashion, this (musical!) choker combines casual and sophisticated elements
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Modernist Choker Necklaces
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Amethyst, Coral, Turquoise Matrix, Silver
H 1.5 in D 0.07 in L 14 in
Faux Jade Rhinestone Dragon Fish Brooch Pin Faux Pearl CZ Necklace and Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Brooch Pendant Necklace. approx. length of necklace: 15”. Fish Dragon design Brooch marked: KJL; body of
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Vintage 1980s Modernist Choker Necklaces
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Ornate Gilt Metal Etruscan Revival Necklace by Alexis Kirk
By Alexis Kirk
Located in University City, MO
This exotic large scale necklace by Alexis Kirk is designed with dangling horns, fish, and hand
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Vintage 1970s American Etruscan Revival Choker Necklaces
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Amethyst Bead Necklace
Located in Aspen, CO
6.4 mm. in size. The necklace is 16.5 inches long with a fish hook type gold color clasp.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
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Amethyst
14K Yellow Gold Multicolored Jadeite Jade Bead Necklace With Carved Coy Station
Located in Towson, MD
jade station is wonderfully tactile. The 14k gold framed double-sided jade carving features two fish
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Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
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Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nephrite Pendant Fish Form, Silver, 1976
Located in Southbury, CT
This rare and substantial choker-length necklace was created by Arthur Court Designs in 1976 from
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Vintage 1970s American Artisan Choker Necklaces
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Tiffany & Co. Frank Gehry Seven Fish Necklace
By Frank Gehry for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
as the Frank Gehry ® Fish Necklace, the design was inspired by Gehry's long-time fascination with
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
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Bvlgari Naturalia Multi Gem Fish Yellow Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Greenwich, CT
necklace that features colorful fish design.
Crafted in a high polished 18 karat yellow gold forming
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
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Tunisian Mystic Hand of Fatima Wedding Hamsa Bib Choker Statement Necklace, 1969
Located in Tucson, AZ
necklace tinkles with every movement much like a charm bracelet for your neck.
Woven cotton choker with
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Vintage 1960s Tunisian Choker Necklaces
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Other, Base Metal
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Escada by Margaretha Ley Vintage Gold Toned Sea Life Charm Choker Necklace
By Escada
Located in Nice, FR
ESCADA by MARGARETHA LEY vintage gold toned mutistrand chain choker necklace featuring sea life
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YSL YVES SAINT LAURENT Goldtone Fish Pendant Choker Necklace w/ Amber Stones
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
YSL Goldtone Chain Link Choker w/ Fish and Amber Stones
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VINTAGE 1950s DIAMANTÉ HEART PENDANT CHOKER
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1950s diamanté choker features a heart pendant, for a look that's simultaneously
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Vintage 1950s Baroque Pendant Necklaces
Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Fish Charm Necklace Pendant
Located in New York, NY
14 karat yellow gold 16 inch long necklace pendant
Vintage Diamond fish charm Pendant weighing 0.20
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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GIANNI VERSACE F/W 1992 Gold Signature Medusa Medallion Coin Choker Bib Necklace
By Gianni Versace
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIANNI VERSACE F/W 1992 Gold Signature Medusa Medallion Coin Choker Bib Necklace
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Italian Herringbone Chevron Choker Flat Link 2mm wide 16 inches long 14K Gold LV
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
name refers to the herringbone fish, known for their many parallel and slanted bones. Herringbone
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Taxco D. Molina Sterling Silver Skeletal Fish Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a circa 1960s sterling silver necklace by D. Molina of Taxco, Mexico, in a fish
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Antonio Pineda .970 Silver Fish Motif Necklace
By Antoñio Pineda
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a circa 1963 .970 silver (better than sterling) choker necklace by Antonio Pineda
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Victorian Watch Chain/ Choker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great old chain originally for a pocket watch, that all the groovy gils are wearing as a choker
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Stephen Dweck Carved Bone Multistrand necklace
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Toronto, ON
Stephen Dweck carved bone multi-strand choker necklace. Japanese netsuke inspired motif with koi
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A KHMER CARVED STONE BRAHMANIC STANDING DIETY
Located in San Francisco, CA
standing pose; clad in a jeweled belt over a pleated sampot with a double fish-tail flap to the front; with
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Ruth Windolf Trailer
Located in Stuttgart, BW
Fish and Jadite Drops with Surface Feature, Setting GG 18k/Silver on A Niessing Stainless Steel Choker
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Silver
Ugo Correani Whimsical Seashell and Fish Necklace with Pearl 'Bubbles'
By Ugo Correani
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical Ugo Correani necklace with seashells, a metal fish adorned with faux pearls and a
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Vintage Massive CHRISTIAN LACROIX Fish Rhinestone Jewelled Brooch
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive CHRISTIAN LACROIX Fish Rhinestone Jewelled Brooch
Measurements:
Height: 2.36
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Fish Choker For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the fish choker 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, 18k gold and yellow gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect fish choker may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a fish choker has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tanisa Nahata, Artisan NYC and Coach House are consistently popular. Take a look at a fish choker featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a fish choker, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Fish Choker?
Prices for a fish choker can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $412 and can go as high as $59,983, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,120.
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.
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