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Sterling Silver Taxco Necklace Choker Modernist Mexican
Sterling Silver Taxco Necklace Choker Modernist Mexican

Sterling Silver Taxco Necklace Choker Modernist Mexican

Located in Wallkill, NY

A Stunning Taxco Mexican Modernist Choker measurement: 17.5" x .56" wide. Large links make up this

Category

Vintage 1980s Mexican Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Lobel Sterling Silver Choker
Modernist Lobel Sterling Silver Choker

Modernist Lobel Sterling Silver Choker

By Lobel

Located in New York, NY

Modernist Lobel Sterling Silver Choker of rectangular links and circular looped links. Lovely

Category

Vintage 1950s American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver  Necklace Choker Modernist Mexican Taxco
Sterling Silver  Necklace Choker Modernist Mexican Taxco

Sterling Silver Necklace Choker Modernist Mexican Taxco

Located in Wallkill, NY

A Mexican Modernist Choker. Turquoise Colored. This is a heavy necklace 153 grams of sterling

Category

Vintage 1980s Mexican Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Inlaid Necklace Choker Modernist Mexican
Sterling Silver Inlaid Necklace Choker Modernist Mexican

Sterling Silver Inlaid Necklace Choker Modernist Mexican

Located in Wallkill, NY

A very special Inlaid Mexican Modernist Choker . Made up of Black Onyx, Purple Spiny oyster

Category

Vintage 1980s Mexican Choker Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Modernist Sterling Silver Miguel Pineda Necklace Choker
Modernist Sterling Silver Miguel Pineda Necklace Choker

Modernist Sterling Silver Miguel Pineda Necklace Choker

Located in Wallkill, NY

, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector. Be sure to

Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Arline Fisch Modernist Hammered Sterling Silver Choker or Collar Necklace
Arline Fisch Modernist Hammered Sterling Silver Choker or Collar Necklace

Arline Fisch Modernist Hammered Sterling Silver Choker or Collar Necklace

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A rare Arline Fisch modernist collar or choker necklace in sterling silver. Arline Fisch is an

Category

20th Century American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Paul Lobel Sterling Silver 13-Inch Choker Necklace
Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Paul Lobel Sterling Silver 13-Inch Choker Necklace

Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Paul Lobel Sterling Silver 13-Inch Choker Necklace

By Paul Lobel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed Mid-Century Modern silver choker or collar necklace. In sterling silver. By Paul

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Sterling Silver Collar Necklace by Noble Smith
Modernist Sterling Silver Collar Necklace by Noble Smith

Modernist Sterling Silver Collar Necklace by Noble Smith

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Modernist collier or choker necklace. In sterling silver. By Noble Smith (Shirley Smith

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

1970s Eric Scott Robbert Swedish Modernist Sterling Silver Necklace
1970s Eric Scott Robbert Swedish Modernist Sterling Silver Necklace

1970s Eric Scott Robbert Swedish Modernist Sterling Silver Necklace

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Swedish modernist sterling silver linked necklace created by Eric Scott Robbert, 1970's. Necklace

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Nubia Modernist Sterling Silver Necklace by Mary Ann Scherr for Reed & Barton
Nubia Modernist Sterling Silver Necklace by Mary Ann Scherr for Reed & Barton

Nubia Modernist Sterling Silver Necklace by Mary Ann Scherr for Reed & Barton

Located in Philadelphia, PA

privately owned in the last 40 years. It is constructed of solid sterling silver, and the central medallion

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Lella Valle Vignelli  Sterling Silver " Seicento" Necklace 2003
Lella Valle Vignelli  Sterling Silver " Seicento" Necklace 2003

Lella Valle Vignelli Sterling Silver " Seicento" Necklace 2003

Located in New York, NY

A collectible sterling silver "Seicento" necklace by Lella Valle Vignelli for San Lorenzo, Italy

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Turquoise Pearl and Sterling Silver Egyptian Goddess Necklace Estate
Turquoise Pearl and Sterling Silver Egyptian Goddess Necklace Estate

Turquoise Pearl and Sterling Silver Egyptian Goddess Necklace Estate

By Anna K for Coach House

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful free-form Turquoise and Sterling Silver Necklace, inter-spaced with Pearls and

Category

Vintage 1980s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Black Jet Beads and Sterling Silver Egyptian Goddess Necklace Estate
Black Jet Beads and Sterling Silver Egyptian Goddess Necklace Estate

Black Jet Beads and Sterling Silver Egyptian Goddess Necklace Estate

By Anna K for Coach House

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful large Black Jet Beads and Sterling Silver Necklace, inter-spaced with Sterling

Category

Vintage 1980s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

ANGELA CUMMINGS 1984 Sculptural Multi-Orchids Necklace In .925 Sterling silver
ANGELA CUMMINGS 1984 Sculptural Multi-Orchids Necklace In .925 Sterling silver

ANGELA CUMMINGS 1984 Sculptural Multi-Orchids Necklace In .925 Sterling silver

By Angela Cummings

Located in Miami, FL

organic free forms patterns carefully crafted in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Shell MOP Star Fruit Gilt Sterling Silver Vintage Statement Necklace
Shell MOP Star Fruit Gilt Sterling Silver Vintage Statement Necklace

Shell MOP Star Fruit Gilt Sterling Silver Vintage Statement Necklace

Located in Montreal, QC

crafted gilt sterling silver clasp, measuring approx. 53mm x 26.5mm; approx. length of necklace: 23

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling 925 Silver Denmark 100A Tulip 17" Necklace 54.57g
Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling 925 Silver Denmark 100A Tulip 17" Necklace 54.57g

Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling 925 Silver Denmark 100A Tulip 17" Necklace 54.57g

By Georg Jensen

Located in Eagan, MN

Tulip" style is the most beautiful. The necklace has 12 sterling silver double tulip blooms and it

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Late 20th Century Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Large Banded Agate Beads and Sterling Silver Heart Necklace
Large Banded Agate Beads and Sterling Silver Heart Necklace

Large Banded Agate Beads and Sterling Silver Heart Necklace

Located in Montreal, QC

approximately 22mm, accented by two sterling silver Hearts and spacers. Hand strung. The necklace measures

Category

Vintage 1980s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Natural Gem Amethyst Quartz Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Natural Gem Amethyst Quartz Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry

Natural Gem Amethyst Quartz Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Outstanding Handmade Genuine Natural Gem Amethyst Quartz Necklace inter-spaced with Sterling Silver

Category

Early 2000s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Natural Amethyst Druzy Quartz Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Natural Amethyst Druzy Quartz Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry

Natural Amethyst Druzy Quartz Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry

By Anna K for Coach House

Located in Montreal, QC

Sterling Silver Beads. Approx. length: 17” Dynamic and Timeless!

Category

1990s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Stunning Iconic Black Obsidian and Crystal Sterling Silver Iconic Necklace
Stunning Iconic Black Obsidian and Crystal Sterling Silver Iconic Necklace

Stunning Iconic Black Obsidian and Crystal Sterling Silver Iconic Necklace

Located in Montreal, QC

Fabulous large round graduated Black Obsidian and Crystal Necklace, held by a textured round clasp comprising this mesmerizing necklace. Approx. necklace length 20″; approx. stone di...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Morado Purple Opal, Quartz and Amethyst Sterling Silver Statement Bib Necklace
Morado Purple Opal, Quartz and Amethyst Sterling Silver Statement Bib Necklace

Morado Purple Opal, Quartz and Amethyst Sterling Silver Statement Bib Necklace

Located in Montreal, QC

Silver Statement Bib Necklace. Hand set in 925 Sterling Silver mounting. Necklace measures approx. 20

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Vintage Citrine, Peridot and Druzy Quartz Sterling Silver Statement Bib Necklace
Vintage Citrine, Peridot and Druzy Quartz Sterling Silver Statement Bib Necklace

Vintage Citrine, Peridot and Druzy Quartz Sterling Silver Statement Bib Necklace

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Vintage Multi-shape Citrine, Peridot and Druzy Quartz Sterling Silver Statement

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Peridot, Quartz, Druzy, Sterling Silver

Hans Myhre Norway Scandinavian Modernist Guilloche Enamel Gold PL Silver Suite
Hans Myhre Norway Scandinavian Modernist Guilloche Enamel Gold PL Silver Suite

Hans Myhre Norway Scandinavian Modernist Guilloche Enamel Gold PL Silver Suite

Located in Eagan, MN

This Hans Myhre Modernist Norwegian Guilloche Enamel Silver Necklace Gilt Sterling Silver Suite

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver, Enamel

REBA BEATRICE KOOPMAN 1978 Rare Sculptural Necklace In Sterling & Moonstone
REBA BEATRICE KOOPMAN 1978 Rare Sculptural Necklace In Sterling & Moonstone

REBA BEATRICE KOOPMAN 1978 Rare Sculptural Necklace In Sterling & Moonstone

Located in Miami, FL

early work from her studio and a one-of-a-kind piece, crafted in solid sterling silver .925/.999

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Sterling Silver, Silver

Designer Signature Alex & Lee Silver Black & Silver Cord Statement Necklace 1306
Designer Signature Alex & Lee Silver Black & Silver Cord Statement Necklace 1306

Designer Signature Alex & Lee Silver Black & Silver Cord Statement Necklace 1306

By Alex & Lee

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Designer Signature Alex & Lee Beautifully Hand-crafted Sterling Silver etched

Category

Late 20th Century American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver, Silver

Natural Free-Form Tourmaline Druzy Silver Necklace
Natural Free-Form Tourmaline Druzy Silver Necklace

Natural Free-Form Tourmaline Druzy Silver Necklace

Located in Montreal, QC

tourmaline Druzy gems, inter-spaced with sterling silver spacers held by a S/S square clasp. Approx. Druzy

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Sterling Silver, Silver

62.02 Carat Oval Cut Garnet with Halo CZ Sparkle Statement Silver Necklace
62.02 Carat Oval Cut Garnet with Halo CZ Sparkle Statement Silver Necklace

62.02 Carat Oval Cut Garnet with Halo CZ Sparkle Statement Silver Necklace

Located in New York, NY

halo necklace, crafted in solid 925 sterling silver. The necklace features a series of oval-cut deep

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pearl and Turquoise Necklace with a Tibetan Gau Gilt Silver Pendant Estate
Pearl and Turquoise Necklace with a Tibetan Gau Gilt Silver Pendant Estate

Pearl and Turquoise Necklace with a Tibetan Gau Gilt Silver Pendant Estate

Located in Montreal, QC

sterling silver, inlaid with natural Turquoise. Pendant Size: 1.75 x 1.5, length of necklace: 16” I’m

Category

Vintage 1950s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Silver

Norwegian Sterling silver Necklace Anna Greta Eker Choker
Norwegian Sterling silver Necklace Anna Greta Eker Choker

Norwegian Sterling silver Necklace Anna Greta Eker Choker

Located in Wallkill, NY

Norwegian Design sterling silver handmade Necklace. Vintage designer necklace by Anna Greta Eker

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Modernist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Banded Agate Sterling Silver Choker Necklace Estate Find
Banded Agate Sterling Silver Choker Necklace Estate Find

Banded Agate Sterling Silver Choker Necklace Estate Find

By Anna K for Coach House

Located in Montreal, QC

Beautifully designed large banded rectangular agate beads necklace inter spaced with sterling

Category

Vintage 1970s Modernist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Stunning Turquoise and Sterling Silver Statement Choker Necklace
Stunning Turquoise and Sterling Silver Statement Choker Necklace

Stunning Turquoise and Sterling Silver Statement Choker Necklace

By Anna K for Coach House

Located in Montreal, QC

Sensational large Carved Natural Turquoise Beads Necklace inter-spaced with Sterling Silver

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modernist More Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Silvorra 925 Solid Silver Rope Pattern Twisted Tri-Tone Choker Chain Necklace
Silvorra 925 Solid Silver Rope Pattern Twisted Tri-Tone Choker Chain Necklace

Silvorra 925 Solid Silver Rope Pattern Twisted Tri-Tone Choker Chain Necklace

Located in New York, NY

This choker necklace is crafted from solid 925 sterling silver in a twisted rope pattern with a tri

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Rope Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Modernist 1960s Mexico Artisan Sterling Silver Choker Necklace-Hallmarked
Modernist 1960s Mexico Artisan Sterling Silver Choker Necklace-Hallmarked

Modernist 1960s Mexico Artisan Sterling Silver Choker Necklace-Hallmarked

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Gorgeous Modernist Mexico Artisan Sterling Silver Choker Collar Necklace. Hand Crafted

Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid Century Modernist Silver Choker Necklace
Mid Century Modernist Silver Choker Necklace

Mid Century Modernist Silver Choker Necklace

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Mid Century 980 Silver Modernist Necklace. Necklace is hallmarked . Item Specifics Length

Category

Vintage 1950s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Mid Century Silver Choker Necklace
Modernist Mid Century Silver Choker Necklace

Modernist Mid Century Silver Choker Necklace

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Sterling Silver Modernist Necklace. Hallmarked. Items Specifics Length: 40cm (approx 15.50

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Danish Silver Modernist Mid Century Choker Necklace
Danish Silver Modernist Mid Century Choker Necklace

Danish Silver Modernist Mid Century Choker Necklace

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Danish Mid Century Sterling Silver Modernist Necklace. The necklace is hallmarked. Item

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Danish Silver Modernist Mid Century Choker Necklace
Danish Silver Modernist Mid Century Choker Necklace

Danish Silver Modernist Mid Century Choker Necklace

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Danish Mid Century Silver Modernist Necklace. Hallmarked . Item Specifics Length: 40cm

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Danish Silver Modernist Mid Century Choker Necklace
Danish Silver Modernist Mid Century Choker Necklace

Danish Silver Modernist Mid Century Choker Necklace

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Danish Mid Century Silver Modernist Necklace. The necklace is hallmarked. Item Specifics

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Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Danish Silver Mid Century Modernist Choker Necklace
Vintage Danish Silver Mid Century Modernist Choker Necklace

Vintage Danish Silver Mid Century Modernist Choker Necklace

Located in Hove, GB

Amazing Vintage sterling silver modernist choker necklace. Item Specifics Height: 15cm (approx 6.00

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Danish Silver Pearl Modernist Mid Century Necklace Choker
Danish Silver Pearl Modernist Mid Century Necklace Choker

Danish Silver Pearl Modernist Mid Century Necklace Choker

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Danish Mid Century Silver Pearl Modernist Necklace Choker. Hallmarked. Item Specifics

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Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Hans Hansen Sterling Silver Hinged Choker Necklace
Hans Hansen Sterling Silver Hinged Choker Necklace

Hans Hansen Sterling Silver Hinged Choker Necklace

By Hans Hansen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Hans Hansen Sterling Silver Hinged Choker Necklace. Hans Hansen Sterling Silver modernist necklace

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Mid Century Silver Choker Necklace
Modernist Mid Century Silver Choker Necklace

Modernist Mid Century Silver Choker Necklace

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Sterling Silver Modernist Necklace. The necklace has age related ware . It is hallmarked

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mannerist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Silver Modernist Mid Century Pendant Choker Necklace Danish
Vintage Silver Modernist Mid Century Pendant Choker Necklace Danish

Vintage Silver Modernist Mid Century Pendant Choker Necklace Danish

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Danish Silver Choker Pendant Necklace . Item Specifics pendant Height: 7.4cm (approx 3.00

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Danish Silver Topaz Modernist Mid Century Pendant Necklace Choker
Danish Silver Topaz Modernist Mid Century Pendant Necklace Choker

Danish Silver Topaz Modernist Mid Century Pendant Necklace Choker

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Danish Mid Century Silver Topaz Modernist Pendant Necklace Choker. The necklace is

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Sterling Silver

Vintage Signed Napier Sterling Silver Modernist Style Choker or Collar Necklace
Vintage Signed Napier Sterling Silver Modernist Style Choker or Collar Necklace

Vintage Signed Napier Sterling Silver Modernist Style Choker or Collar Necklace

By Napier Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

A beautiful and bold statement necklace in sterling silver by Napier. The half spheres are nestled

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Danish Silver Quartz Crystal Mid Century Modernist Choker Necklace
Danish Silver Quartz Crystal Mid Century Modernist Choker Necklace

Danish Silver Quartz Crystal Mid Century Modernist Choker Necklace

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Sterling Silver Quartz Crystal Danish Necklace. The necklace has woven leather detail. Good

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Danish Silver Quartz Crystal Modernist Choker Necklace by Hermann Siersbol
Danish Silver Quartz Crystal Modernist Choker Necklace by Hermann Siersbol

Danish Silver Quartz Crystal Modernist Choker Necklace by Hermann Siersbol

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Danish Mid Century Silver Quartz Modernist Pendant Necklace Choker . The choker is

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modernist Coral Silver Choker Necklace
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modernist Coral Silver Choker Necklace

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modernist Coral Silver Choker Necklace

Located in Hove, GB

Vintage Sterling Silver Coral Mid Century Danish Necklace. Lovely condition and hallmarked. Item

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Vintage 1950s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

20th Century Modernist Navajo Style Sterling  & Onyx Choker Necklace-Signed
20th Century Modernist Navajo Style Sterling  & Onyx Choker Necklace-Signed

20th Century Modernist Navajo Style Sterling & Onyx Choker Necklace-Signed

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

20th Century Modernist Navajo Style Sterling Silver & Onyx Collar Choker Necklace. This one of a

Category

20th Century American Native American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Modernist Sterling Silver Chokers For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of modernist sterling silver chokers for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Sterling Silver and Brass. Our selection of items includes 100 vintage examples as well as 10 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of modernist sterling silver chokers includes designs that are universally popular, but Native American and Artisan styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Anna K for Coach House, Betty Cooke and Coach House produced popular versions that are worth a look. Browse our collection of 8 Turquoise versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. There are many round cut, mixed cut and oval cut modernist sterling silver chokers for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of modernist sterling silver chokers, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Modernist Sterling Silver Chokers?

Prices for modernist sterling silver chokers start at $275 and top out at $5,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,150.

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.