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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1940s
Vintage Silver Choker Necklace by Atelier Borgila Made Year 1956
Located in Stockholm, SE
This sterling silver necklace are made out of something that looks like silver patterned shields. The shields are placed together with simple hooks and the necklace also closes easil...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Silver

Chanel Red Beads Necklace in Gilded Metal
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Gilded metal choker composed of several strands of red facetted beads. 2cc9 Collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 34 cm to 39 cm (13.38" t...
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Christian Dior Cabochon Jewelled Necklace & Earrings 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A glorious vintage Dior Jewelled Necklace and Earrings dating to the 1980s. The cabochon stones in round, oval and teardrop cuts crafted to mimic sapphir...
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1980s Vintage Choker Necklaces

Judith Jack Sterling & Marcasite Choker
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a signed JJ sterling & marcasite choker. This twisted rope design oxidized sterling silver choker has decorated marcasite round and square cut stones projecting low key luxury. The 12 linked sections are completed with a security clasp. Marked Sterling on clasp along with JJ's double triangle logo. The 14.5 inch inner circumference fits a slender neck better. Judith Jack, luxury jewelry retailer, was founded in 1980. Husband and wife design duo Judith and Jack Rosenberg...
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Marcasite, Sterling Silver

3 Ceramics Torque Necklace by Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT Haute Couture by ROBERT GOOSSENS Stiff torque necklace in hammered gilt metal decorated with polychrome ceramic cabochons - unsigned I Interior width 9 cm 12x14cm...
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1980s French Artist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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22k Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal

Unique and Lovely Mid-20th Century Cocktail Necklace in Turquoise and Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely and feminine, Mid-20th Century 18k yellow gold, hand crafted cocktail necklace is positively characteristic of the most interesting and creative items from the period. A ...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Rock Crystal Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Experience the allure of a truly rare and extraordinary piece with the David Webb Heart Sapphire and Diamond Choker. This captivating choker is a test...
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20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

LB Stunning Antique Czech Glass Brass Buttons me of a kind handmade necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Antique Czech Glass and Brass Buttons creation on a three dimensional, Adjustable necklace. This one of a kind,...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Ilias Lalaounis Vintage 22K Yellow Gold Link Collar Choker Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning vintage Lalaounis Greek 22K Gold collar necklace  Was crafted in 22K yellow gold. Featuring a textured style with three large links. The ne...
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1960s Greek Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Garland Link Choker Necklace 15 1/2" 18k Rnd 7.61ctw Lattice
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 3.86ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: VS2 - SI1 Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 3.12ctw Cut: Roun...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hennell 4.65ct Diamond 1.75ct Sapphire Gold Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
This is an amazing 18k yellow gold necklace and earrings set by Hennell. The set features round cut diamonds that weigh approximately 4.65ct. The color of these diamonds is E-F with ...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Gold Diamond Collar Necklace, Circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A vintage diamond set collar necklace, designed as graduated torpedo shaped links, with five links pavé set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing an estimated total of 5.50ct, ...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Biche de Bere Hammered Breast Plate Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Biche de Bere hammered silver-tone armor necklace featuring graphic etchings & toggle closure. Biche de Bere Measurements: Circumf...
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1990s French Modernist Choker Necklaces

Biche De Bere Gold Hammered Hole Punched Collar Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Biche de Bere gold-tone metal collar with punched holes and clasp at back. Circa, 1990s. Biche de Bere One Size Gold-tone Metal Excellent Vintage Condition Authenticity Guara...
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1990s French Modernist Choker Necklaces

Ruby Intaglio Cameo Pendant Necklace 14K Gold
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Ruby Intaglio Cameo Pendant Necklace 14K Gold This gorgeous necklace is finely crafted by Italian jewelry maker in solid 14K Yellow Gold. The satin and ...
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Pink Sapphires
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Pink Sapphires 7 Fancy Diamonds 0.06 CT 2 Green Garnet 0.04 CT 202 Pink Sapphires 3.10 CT 18K Rose Gol...
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1980s Asian Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Gold Graduated 5 Ball Pendant or Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Made by Tiffany & Co, this wearable, great, every day 18K yellow gold necklace is ideal for women of all ages. The necklace measures 16 inches long and the 5 ball pendant measures ju...
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1990s Italian Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Gold

Baguette Crystal Choker Necklace Flower Tassel By Alfred Philippe Trifari, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Extremely rare, hard to find piece - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - 15" length with 2.75" tassel drop - Silver Trifarium plated - Cle...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

Antique Coral Choker
Located in New York, NY
Antique Coral Choker Necklace. A coral choker composed of coral beads that are elegantly connected by gold links. This piece also features a gold oval and wreath design, adorned wit...
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Early 1900s Antique Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl 27.00ct Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous 18k yellow gold necklace. The necklace is set with sparkling round cut diamonds that weigh approximately 27.00ct. The color of these diamonds is G-H with VS clarit...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Buccellati 18K Gold Wood Tourmaline Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a tapered dark wood choker, enhanced by pave set diamonds, centering a drop shaped pink tourmaline, measuring ap. 22.0 x 17.0mm. 104 diamonds weigh ap. 4.25ct. Inside mea...
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Byzantine Braid Crystals Tennis Openwork Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Rare to find. 1980s pre-owned crystal-embellished chain necklace. Adorned with dazzling round-cut Swarovski crystal embellishments, this necklace...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Cartier Trinity Round Link Multi-Color Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Multi Color Gold Round Link Trinity Choker Necklace by Cartier. Details: Length: 16'' Width: 21mm Weight: 131.4 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier...
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 25 carat Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb collar necklace is a breathtaking piece of jewelry that exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship and luxurious design for which the brand is renowned. Crafted in a comb...
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20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

Anton Michelsen Four Color Rainbow Fringe Necklace 1960's Denmark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Anton Michelsen Four Color Fringe Necklace Designed by Eigil Jensen for A. Michelsen Sterling Silver Tines in Silver, Plated Yellow Gold, Plated Rose Gold...
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Diamond Sapphire Platinum Bow Pendant Multi Strand Pearl Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Dazzle yourself with this Diamond Sapphire Platinum Vintage Bow Pendant in an exquisite four-strand necklace. The center for this exquisite piece is crafted in solid platinum; Cente...
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1940s Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

Gold "Vanerie" Necklace by Tiffany & co
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold necklace 108.5 grams Signed Tiffany & Co 1995
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20th Century American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Lalaounis 1970 Choker Rigid Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Box
Located in Miami, FL
Choker necklace designed by Lalaounis. Sleek and elegant choker necklace created in Greece by the goldsmith designer Ilias Lalaounis, back in the 1970's. It was crafted in solid .92...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 6.40cttw Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of timeless elegance with this captivating estate yellow gold necklace by the legendary David Webb. Crafted with met...
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20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Butterfly Sapphire and Diamond Choker Necklace, 18k
Located in New York, NY
This Van Cleef & Arpels Butterfly Sapphire and Diamond Choker Necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and showcases a butterfly design inlaid with round sapphires and round brilliant ...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire

Carlo Weingrill - 1970s bi-color gold tubogas necklace.
Located in Malmö, SE
A 18 karat bi-color gold tubogas necklace By Master Carlo Weingrill circa 1970 Of graduating gaspipe-link design, in 18 Karat gold, signed Weingrill, with maker's mark for Weingrill, length 39cm The Tubogas is a flexible metal pipe patented in 1881. In the 1940s, it was discovered by jewelers, who gave it a glittering future. Tubogas changed names almost as often as a snake changes its skin: "skeleton key", "spirotube", "gas pipe", "Serpenti". But it was the Second World War that sealed its destiny. The Tubogas was originally a corrugated tube made of articulated bands used to transport pressurized gas Being one of the most characteristic and successful designs, the gold Tubogas: a flexible band of sleek and polished contours produced without soldering, a powerful representation of skill. Its construction, which requires hours of skilled craftsmanship, consists of wrapping two long strips with raised edges around a core – either of copper or wood. The edges then interlock onto another, requiring no soldering. The core is then removed, either by simply drawing it out or dissolving it in acid. The flexibility of such a gold band is truly remarkable and has been employed to great effect in the production of necklaces by single or multiple bands of Tubogas. Carlo Weingrill, undisputed maestro of golden craftsmanship, Carlo Weingrill was founded in 1879, and the number 1 piece produced, was exactly this Tubogas. In the 20's Van Cleef & Arpel made this piece even more popular, and in the late 1960's it was even further relaunched by Bvlgari, for which Carlo Weingrill has produced a large quantity of pieces. Four generations of Italian gold artisans have built a House that exemplifies fine craftsmanship, exquisite detail, and timeless design. Carlo Weingrill was born in Verona, Italy, in 1856. At the age of eleven, he began his apprenticeship in a goldsmith’s shop. Upon completing his training at the age of 22, he made the decision to open his own workshop in 1879 in Verona. Every piece was handmade using traditional artisan techniques and designed to be worn and enjoyed regularly, sing the highest quality materials coupled with exceptional craftsmanship. The business flourished, and Carlo brought his two sons, Armando and Gastone, into the business. They took over upon Carlo’s death in 1924, and grew the small artisan concern into a major player in the industry, gaining worldwide prestige for their exquisite workmanship. Upon Armando’s death in 1959, Gastone continued to carry on as head of the business. Armando’s daughter, Paola Weingrill, was the next in line to take on the business. From the time she was a toddler, Paola was fascinated with the goldsmiths and their work. When her Uncle Gastone passed away in 1977, it was Paola who took over as chief executive officer. Paola groomed her son, Carlofilippo Mensi Weingrill, to assume the reins of the company upon her retirement. Carlofilippo is now head of the firm, representing the fourth generation to head this illustrious House. From the beginning, the company employed goldsmiths who handcrafted their jewelry, eschewing the use of machines. Workers sat at a table molding, shining and polishing the gold to a stunning finish. In Italy, a craftsman could become a goldsmith after apprenticing for two years, At Weingrill, apprenticeships lasted seven years. Gold has always been the mainstay of the company, using diamonds and gemstones sparingly. The distinctive warm yellow tone of the Italian gold has become synonymous with the house. Weingrill’s goal has been to preserve their tradition of fine craftsmanship and produce wearable works of art using the finest materials, creating timeless pieces that endure for generations In time the quality of Weingrill jewels would attract the attention of some of the biggest names in 20th century fine jewelry...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Opulent Jewelled Gold Tone Chocker Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage opulent gold tone chocker necklace featuring an intricate openwork design embellished with jonquil and amber colour crystals. Adjustable T-bar and toggle c...
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Unsigned Polished Rock Crystal Pebble Necklace Choker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy Polsihed Crystal Pebbles Sterling Silver Clasp By an unknown maker Marked 925 Measuring 18 Inches In Length Stones measuring approximately 1 inch in width Weighing 173 Grams I...
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20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

Bulgari Multi Color Sapphire Crystal Gold Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bvlgari choker necklace in 18k gold, with carved crystal beads and multi color vibrant sapphires. Necklace is 15" long and 1" wide. Hall...
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20th Century Italian Choker Necklaces

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Crystal, Sapphire, Gold

Guy Laroche Gilt Metal Tribal Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Guy Laroche Paris designed this refined tribal choker necklace in the 1990s. The dangling design features South American-inspired charms design, possibly Pre-Colombian with carved an...
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1990s French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Coral Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Collar Choker
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Antique hand crafted Tibetan Ceremonial Silver Collar decorated with natural raw turquoise, natural coral beads and lapis lazuli. About 156 grams, 16" long 2" wide.
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Early 1900s Tibetan Anglo-Indian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Silver

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage Bronze Tone Multi Chain Choker Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage antiqued bronze tone multi chain choker necklace. Adjustable hook clasp closure. Marked GAULTIER. Indicative measurements : adjustable length form appro...
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Castellani 18kt Gold Amphora Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Amphora is one of the most widely used motifs in Ancient Archeological Jewellery through the Victorian period. The Amphora was a container-vessel-vase-jug-pot that was used to st...
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1990s British Etruscan Revival Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 15k Gold

Louis Feraud Paris Space Age Futuristic Chrome and Mirror Collar Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Louis Feraud Paris designed this spectacular sculptural Space Age collar pendant necklace in the 1960s. It features a chromed metal rigid oval neckband with a hook-closing clasp. The choker necklace is ornate with multiple charms dangling drops made of chromed metal flat circles complimented with faceted glass mirror...
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1960s French Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

LALAOUNIS 22 Carat Gold Torque Of Graduated Rounded Rib Design. Circa 1970's
Located in London, GB
A high carat gold torque of graduated rounded rib design inspired from the Mycenaean period. 20-22 carat gold choker necklace. 34 cm internal circumference. Weight: 102.2grams. Circa...
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1970s Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold

Vintage Christian Dior Figure 8 Chain Link Necklace, 1960s
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1960s Christian Dior choker-length chain necklace in gold plate. This necklace features elegant figure-8-shaped links with a unique wave-patterned lined texture, giving them...
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20th Century Modern Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

4.50 CTW Round Brilliant & Princess Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Glamorous diamond necklace fashioned in 18 karat white gold. The necklace features round brilliant and princess cut diamonds weighing approximately 4.50 carat total weight. The diamo...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Italian Sterling Silver Cleopatra Chocker
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Elegant every day graduated solid brushed silver necklace marked 925 Italy. About 23 grams and 1/5 inch wide.
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1990s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Cartier Vintage 18 Karat White Yellow and Rose Gold Panthère Collar Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Cartier Panthère collar necklace in tri-colored 18 karat gold. This beautiful vintage 1990’s structured necklace is formed as an open collar featuring alternating yellow, white a...
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1990s French Retro Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Strap Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This Tiffany & Co. 18K gold and diamond necklace dates from the mid 1980s. It is designed as a broad, highly articulated strap composed of curved sections set with round brilliant-cut diamonds and highlighted by cross bands of channel-set diamond baguettes, approximate total weight 75.00 carats. With its refined Tiffany engineering and superb stones, this broad, flexible band of sparkling diamonds settles softly at the base of the neck, optimally glamorous, comfortable and modern all at once. Product Details: Item #: N-20895 Artist: Tiffany & Co. Circa: 1985 Materials: 936 round brilliant-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 71.60 carats); 88 baguette diamonds (approximate total weight 3.40 carats); 18K Gold Signed: TIFFANY & CO. 750 Macklowe Gallery Curator's Notes: Of superb construction and materials, with extraordinary articulation, softness and flexibility, this Tiffany diamond necklace...
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Late 20th Century American Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Gold Flat Snake 17" Necklace
Located in London, GB
Stunning Flat Snake necklace which is 18ct Gold made in Egypt exported to Italy gorgeously luxurious and smooth has Egyptian marks which are makers & ...
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Gold

Tiffany & Co Hardwear Ball Pendant Necklace Bracelet 18K Platinum Diamond 1 TCW
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Tiffany & Co Hardwear Ball Pendant Necklace Bracelet Marked 18K & Platinum 1 TCW Pave' set Diamond No dents, no damage, no sign of any repairs, see pictures Hallmarked "T & Co" 15...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Los Castillo Marked Brass Interlocking Hands Collar Sculptural Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
This very rare vintage brass mid century modern hallmarked and signed Los Castillo collar necklace is abstract. It is one of interlocking modernist...
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1950s Mexican Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Brass

CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Gold Tone Jewelled Choker Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage gold tone choker necklace featuring intertwined jewelled branches and a stylized flower at the center with multicolor beads and faux pearls. T-bar toggle c...
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

1984 Vintage Chanel Multi Strand Choker Necklace Faux Pearls Yellow Gold Tone
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Chanel multi-strand necklace crafted in yellow gold tone (circa 1984). The necklace features 3 strands of 10mm faux pearls with 2 strands of yellow gold plated wheat-style chains. Measuring 17 inches in length the necklace is slightly adjustable to 19 inches. Given the multiple strands (and the thickness of the chain metal and faux pearl strands...
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1980s French Baroque Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Base Metal

Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace
Located in University City, MO
Sleek braided leather alligator head choker necklace The unique choker necklace is designed with a pair of silver metal alligators heads adhered to a bl...
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1990s Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Crescent Gold-Tone Collar Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL metal gold-tone crescent collar necklace with bead detail and etching. Stamped YSL. Yves Saint Laurent One...
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1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

Vintage Vendome Gold Tone Wide Choker Necklace, circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Vendome Gold Tone Wide Choker Necklace Circa 1980s. Has 6 rows of studs just like the same motif that the designer Valentino is now using f...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Tiffany & Co Collar Disc Necklace Sterling Silver Wire Pre Owned Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and elegant vintage Tiffany & Co collar necklace crafted in sterling silver. The collar necklace is fitted with an oval disc pendant (movable on the collar). Measuring 15....
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage 3.60 Carat Baguette Diamonds 2-Tone Double Row Omega Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 3.60 Carat Baguette Diamonds 2-Tone Double Row Omega Choker Necklace. Very luxurious and elegant choker necklace by Italian designer. The baguette diamonds are very high qual...
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1970s Italian Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gold Spike Necklace 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL gold-tone spike necklace that features an adjustable link chain, and hook closure....
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

Vintage Cartier "Margot" Collection Choker Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Created by Cartier in 1992, this 16 1/2 inch long necklace is a member of the "Margot" collection, and measures 1/2 of an inch wide. This choker length, link, necklace is casual in a...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rachel Gera Artisan Handmade Modernist Sterling Silver Choker Necklace 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rachel Gera artisan handmade modernist sterling silver choker necklace from the 1970s. Rachel Gera was born in Tel Aviv Israel in 19...
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Mid-20th Century Israeli Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Choker Necklaces

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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