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Vintage Victorian Style Emerald And 3-Strand Pearl Pendant Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
diamond side stones, this beautiful necklace is strung together with 3 strands of pearls. This vintage
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20th Century North American Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Citrine and White Pearl 18 Karat Gold Victorian Choker
Located in Berkeley, CA
This choker is hand crafted in 18 Karat gold with deep amber faceted oval citrines suspended from a
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Antique Early 1800s Indian Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, 18k Gold

Citrine and White Pearl 18 Karat Gold Victorian Choker
Citrine and White Pearl 18 Karat Gold Victorian Choker
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H 1.25 in W 1.25 in D 1.25 in L 14.5 in
Paste Choker Necklace Convertible Headband
Located in Geneva, CH
Paste choker necklace. Faux pearl and white stones on silver. Convertible to a headband. Length
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Necklace set with pearl and diamonds 18k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver center piece set with pearls and rose diamonds - 40
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Early Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Austro Hungarian 835 Silver Simulated Rubies Multi Strand Choker Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Austro Hungarian 835 silver multi strand clip off choker necklace with simulated rubies. Victorian
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Silver

Antique ArtDeco Meets BelleEpoque WWI WhiteGold Openwork Link Choker Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Victorian Belle-Epoque and Edwardian fine jewelry transitioned to Art-Deco period costume jewelry
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Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Antique ArtDeco Meets BelleEpoque WWI WhiteGold Openwork Link Choker Necklace
Antique ArtDeco Meets BelleEpoque WWI WhiteGold Openwork Link Choker Necklace
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W 0.75 in D 0.13 in Dm 4.5 in L 13.5 in
18k solid gold Belle Epoque Necklace - Filigree chain - Victorian drapery chain
Located in Antwerp, BE
This filigree necklace is crafted in 18 ct yellow gold and bejewelled with seven seed pearls. The
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Austro-Hungarian Glass Paste Collar Necklace
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Antique 19th century Austro Hungarian gilt metal , paste /glass stones choker necklace with small
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Early Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Cat'sEye 21 BallCut Moonstones Antique Victorian 14KGoldFill TubularLinkNecklace
Located in Chicago, IL
symmetrical choker necklace between stations of shiny 14-karat gold-filled tubes that are bracketed by gold
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Antique Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Choker Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

Pearl Choker Necklace Aquamarine Heart Medal J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Choker Necklace with Black gems and Aquamarine Heart Medal in Bronze J Dauphin 18
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Pearl, Black Pearl, Quartz, Gold-filled

Pearl Choker Necklace Aquamarine Heart Medal J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Choker Necklace with Black gems and Aquamarine Heart Medal in Bronze J Dauphin 18
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Chrysophrase, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold-filled

Faux Pearl Choker Necklace with Plated Locket
Located in Stamford, CT
Faux Pearl Choker Necklace with Plated Locket. A vintage piece with pearls that measure approx
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Late 20th Century Victorian More Necklaces

Black Pearl Necklace Choker Light Blue Silk Thread J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Necklace Choker Light Blue Silk Thread J Dauphin 16" Made in Los Angeles. Available
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl

Black Pearl Choker Beaded Necklace Black Silk Thread J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Choker Beaded Necklace Black Silk Thread 18" J Dauphin Made in Los Angeles. Available
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl

Black Pearl Choker Beaded Necklace Black Silk Thread J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Choker Beaded Necklace Black Silk Thread 18" J Dauphin Made in Los Angeles. Available
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl

Black Pearl Choker Beaded Necklace Black Silk Thread J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Choker Beaded Necklace Black Silk Thread 18" J Dauphin Gold Filled Clasp Made in Los
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl

Black Pearl Choker Beaded Necklace Black Silk Thread J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Choker Beaded Necklace Black Silk Thread 18" J Dauphin Gold Filled Clasp Made in Los
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl

Aquamarine Black Pearl Necklace Medal Choker Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Black Pearl Necklace Medal Choker Bronze J Dauphin Spiritual Medal Pendant in Bronze
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Black Pearl, Bronze, Gold-filled

Aquamarine Heart Medal White Pearl Choker Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Choker Necklace with Black gems and Aquamarine Heart Medal in Bronze J Dauphin 18
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Aquamarine, Black Spinel, Gold-filled, Bronze

Crystal Virgin Mary Medal Black Pearl Necklace Choker J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light Blue Crystal Virgin Mary Medal Black Pearl Necklace Choker J Dauphin 16" Symbols or medals
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Black Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate

Heart Angel Cross White Pearl Tanzanite Necklace Choker Gold Religious
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Angel Cross White Pearl Tanzanite Necklace Choker Gold Religious Spiritual J Dauphin Lenght
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Pink Black Pearl Necklace Medal Heart Choker Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sapphire Pink Black Pearl Necklace Medal Heart Choker Bronze J Dauphin Spiritual Medal Pendant in
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold-filled, Bronze

Sapphire Pink Black Pearl Necklace Medal Heart Choker Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sapphire Pink Black Pearl Necklace Medal Heart Choker Bronze J Dauphin Spiritual Medal Pendant in
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold-filled, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Emerald Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Emerald Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, Emerald, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Heart Angel Cross Choker Chain Necklace White Pearl Tanzanite J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Angel Virgin Mary Cross Choker Chain Gold Filled Necklace White Pearl Tanzanite J Dauphin 16
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Pearl, Gold-filled, Bronze

White Pearl Necklace Choker Heart Angel Cross Pendant Tanzanite J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Necklace Gold Filled Chain Choker Heart Angel Cross Pendant Tanzanite J Dauphin16
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold-filled, Bronze

White Pearl Necklace Choker Heart Angel Cross Pendant Tanzanite J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Necklace Gold Filled Chain Choker Heart Angel Cross Pendant Tanzanite J Dauphin16
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold-filled, Bronze

Heart Angel Cross Choker Chain Necklace White Pearl Tanzanite J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Angel Virgin Mary Cross Choker Chain Gold Filled Necklace White Pearl Tanzanite J Dauphin 16
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold-filled, Bronze

Heart Angel Cross Pendant White Pearl Tanzanite Necklace Choker J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Angel Cross Pendant White Pearl Tanzanite Necklace Choker J Dauphin Lenght: 16" Symbols or
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold-filled, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Tourmaline, Opal, Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Opal, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Gold-filled, Bronze, Gold Plate

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

White Diamond Virgin Mary Medal Pearl Necklace Choker Lilac Silk J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Virgin Mary Medal Brass Pearl Necklace Choker Lilac Silk J Dauphin 16" Symbols or
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Brass, Gold-filled

White Diamond Opal Black Pearl Choker Necklace Medal Pendants J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, Hanging on a Black Pearl Bead Necklace, One of a kind, 16" Long J Dauphin. Symbols or medals can become
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Opal, Black Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Silver Plate

White Diamond Pearl Chain Choker Double Layer Necklace Medal Pendants J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique White Diamond Set in Gold Prong Silver Grey Pearl Turquoise Bead Choker Long Gold Filled
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold-filled, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 1850s 18K Gold Blue Enamel Pearl & Garnet Snake Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, pearl, garnet, blue enamel, and yellow gold necklace, formed as a snake, comprising
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Crown Trifari 1940s Trio Strands Layer Pearls Crystals Pendant Choker Necklace
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1940s Trio Strands Layer White Pearls Crystals Pendant Choker Necklace, Silver Tone
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Vintage 1940s American Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Marina J Woven Pearl Choker with Pearl Drapes and Kyanite Briolettes
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand woven Choker by Marina J. This romantic and delicate choker necklace is perfect for bridal or
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Kyanite, Rhodium, Silver

Multi Color Pastel Semi Precious Bead Necklace Choker J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pastel Choker Necklace Multi Color Semi Precious Bead Choker J Dauphin Mint Green Silk Knots
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Multi Color Pastel Semi Precious Bead Necklace Choker J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pastel Choker Necklace Multi Color Semi Precious Bead Choker J Dauphin Mint Green Silk Knots
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Multi Color Pastel Semi Precious Bead Necklace Choker J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pastel Choker Necklace Multi Color Semi Precious Bead Choker J Dauphin Mint Green Silk Knots
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Silver

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 10k GOLD HAIR ART MOURNING BROOCH WITH SEED PEARLS
Located in New York, NY
. I particularly love it on the Victorian Jet Choker pictured, which is also available. **The Antique
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold

White Pearl Dove Beaded Necklace Aquamarine Opal Tanzanite Medal J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Opal Tanzanite White Pearl Beaded Necklace Dove Medal 30" J Dauphin Gold Plated Dove
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, Pearl, Tanzanite, 10k Gold, Gold Plate

Aquamarine Opal Tanzanite White Pearl Beaded Necklace Dove Medal J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Opal Tanzanite White Pearl Beaded Necklace Dove Medal 30" J Dauphin Gold Plated Dove
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, Tanzanite, Pearl, 10k Gold, Gold Plate

Tourmaline Opal Medal Sacred Heart Sterling Silver Black Pearl Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tourmaline Opal Medal Coin Sacred Heart Silver Black Pearl Chrysoprase Choker Chain 16" Necklace
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, Chrysophrase, Silver, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

Tiffany & Co. circa 1880 Classic Colombia Emerald Diamond Pin Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Water Pearl necklace, measuring 20 inches in length, which separates into two sections which allows it
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 8 BallCutMoonstones FrenchBelleEpoque GiltFiligree Earrings & Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
delicate gilt choker necklace and wire-hook dangle earrings for pierced ears. The necklace features two
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Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Moonstone, Brass, Gold, Gilt Metal

Diamond and Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
A diamond and cultured pearl necklace, the Victorian diamond centre-piece with an old brilliant-cut
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Antique 1890s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

A Pink Sapphire, Diamond and Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
A pink sapphire, diamond and cultured pearl necklace, the detachable Victorian centrepiece
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Antique 1890s British Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

A diamond and cultured pearl chocker necklace
Located in London, GB
A diamond and cultured pearl chocker necklace, the Edwardian diamond centerpiece with openwork
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20th Century English Edwardian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

A diamond and cultured pearl chocker necklace
A diamond and cultured pearl chocker necklace
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W 1.74 in L 13.39 in
Phillips Enameled Fish Necklace
Located in London, GB
, and from each is suspended a luminous pearl. The links go all away around the length of the necklace
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Antique 1890s Renaissance Revival Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Fine Victorian Diamond Scroll Brooch
Located in London, GB
A fine Victorian diamond scroll brooch strung here as a centrepiece on a cultured pearl choker
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

18 Karat Victorian Inspired Pearl, Sapphire and Diamond Choker Necklace
By Giovane
Located in Pikesville, MD
Exceptionally well-made flexible 18 karat yellow gold Victorian inspired choker necklace featuring
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1990s Italian Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapp...

Victorian Inspired Ruby and Diamond Heart Shape Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in Pikesville, MD
Victorian-inspired choker style necklace. The ornate heart shape pendant is adorned with approximately 3.50
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pearl Diamond Gold Choker Necklace
By Helen Ringus
Located in TRYON, NC
. This choker stands up against your neck like the chokers in Edwardian and Victorian times. The height
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1990s American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl Diamond Gold Choker Necklace
Pearl Diamond Gold Choker Necklace
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H 1.13 in L 15 in
English Victorian Amethyst Gold Necklace Circa 1850
Located in New York, NY
Gold, Amethyst and Pearl Necklace. Circa 1850. 17 1/2 inches plus 2 1/4 inch pendant (removable).
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

Natural Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Beautiful Natural Cultured 8mm Pearl Necklace and Diamond and Yellow Gold Clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

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Victorian Pearl Choker Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the victorian pearl 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, gold-filled and silver. You can easily find a 79 antique edition and 49 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect victorian pearl choker necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A victorian pearl choker necklace from J DAUPHIN, Chanel and Giovane — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any victorian pearl choker necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a pearl version from the 93 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a bead iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a victorian pearl choker necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Victorian Pearl Choker Necklace?

The price for a victorian pearl choker necklace starts at $183 and tops out at $375,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,995.

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.