18 Karat Yellow Gold Choker with Seven Multicolored Stone Pendants
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Sea Star Charm collection, inspired in the Mediterranean sea colours and Multicolored Stone Pendants READY TO SHIP *Shipment of this piece is not affected by COVID-19. Orders welcom...
Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold
75 Carat Colored Gemstone Necklace Black Sterling Silver White Sapphire Necklace
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Multi-colored gemstone natural 18" necklace: The choker is crafted with a finish for a timeless
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Sapphire, Green Beryl...
BULGARI Multicolored Gemstone Bead Choker Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Greenwich, CT
Multicolored gemstone bead choker necklace, designed as an 18k yellow gold curb/hook-style link
18k Gold
Sold|$15,000
Multi-Color Gemstone Gold Necklace
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
18 karat yellow gold necklace consisting of 5 bezel set oval multi color stones on a 16inch yellow gold segmented chain.
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold
Vintage Necklace with Faux Gemstones 1950s
Located in Austin, TX
Year: 1950 Hallmark: - Dimensions: 17.71 in Materials: base metal, faux gemstones
Base Metal
Vintage Gemstone 18 Carats Yellow Gold Filigree Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant vintage necklace in yellow gold featuring an alternating succession of navette gems and filigree openwork gold navettes. Estimated gems of the necklace: almandine garnet, aq...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carlos Navarro Mordernist Egyptian Revival Gemstone Cabochon Collar Necklace
Located in Sausalito, CA
This stylish vintage necklace is a masterpiece of artistic jewelry from the mid-20th century. The piece features a unique and flowing design, with a central part that resembles a bi...
Agate, Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Turquoise, Silver, Brass
One off Statement Amethyst, Prasiolite Lemon and Beer Quartz Gold Necklace
By Decadent Jewels
Located in Sydney, AU
Huge Tubes of Multi-coloured Amethyst, light dark purple and green combine with Lemon and Beer Quartz make this is a magnificent one off piece. Beads range in size from 13 x 29mm to ...
Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
Sold|$7,270 / set
18k Yellow Gold with Colored Stones Bracelet and Necklace Set
Located in GALLARATE, IT
coloured gemstones and diamonds. Handmade in Italy by Stanoppi Jewellery since 1948. Bracialet g.28.70 cm
Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Jelly Opal Beaded Choker Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Clas
By Damati
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 30.9 Grams Item Code: NK00001 Keywords: Necklace, Gemstone Necklace, Beaded Necklace, Choker
Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pearl Multi Gemstone Three Row Choker Necklace
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
exciting mix of gemstones: blue sapphire, pink sapphire, white sapphire, turquoise, citrine, moonstone
Blue Sapphire, Citrine, Emerald, Moonstone, Natural Pearl, Pink Sapphire...
20ctw Yellow Tourmaline Peridot Garnet Topaz Amethyst Gemstone Necklace
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
gemstones are expertly set in a platinum-coated sterling silver choker drop necklace, creating a timeless
Amethyst, Garnet, Tourmaline, Topaz, Peridot, Sterling Silver, Platinum
Hannaboya Multi Gem Triple Row Topaz Amethyst Citrine Garnet Peridot Necklace
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
, citrine, and hessonite gemstones, creating a mesmerizing display of colors that will captivate all who
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Topaz, Sterling Silver
One-Off Raw Stone ColourfulCluster Choker Necklace by the Artist
By Sheila Westera London
Located in Engelberg, CH
Pieces Style: Possessions Gemstones: raw light blue Selenite, raw sea green Amazonite, raw purple
Amazonite, Amethyst, Crystal, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold-fil...
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.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.