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Zambian Emerald Gemstone Choker Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SEN-5246 Gross Wt. :- 98.49 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 80.75 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 49.15 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 39.54 Ct. N...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

NWT $229, 000 Gorgeous 18KT Gold 40CT Fancy Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Estate Winston Style Radiant 18KT White Gold Gorgeous Blue Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Necklace consisting of Large 11 Fine Fancy L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Choker Necklace Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SEN-5246 (14k) Gross Wt. :- 82.34 gm 14k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 64.60 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 49.15 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :-...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

18k White Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 25.6 grams. Totally is diamond 3.60 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 2.60 ct. Total lenght is chain 47...
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Early 2000s European Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Kenneth Lane Pearl and Rhinestone Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stunning Kenneth J. Lane pearl collar necklace featuring clear rhinestones in a silver-tone setting. I believe this is part of his "Let Them Eat Cake " line. Signed, "Kenneth Lane."...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Pearl

Diamond Yellow Gold Braided Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A classic 18KT yellow gold braided necklace set with 15.03 carats of round brilliant diamonds. The braided links of the necklace alternate with pave set ...
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1990s Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection Torque Necklace, F/W 1976
Located in New York, NY
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection torque necklace from Fall-Winter 1976 Haute Couture collection. Deceptively constructed with a soft core tightly wrapped gold metallic, re...
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1970s French Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

NWT $775, 000 18KT Gold Rare Fancy Paraiba Natural Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Magnificent Important 18KT White Gold Paraiba Diamond Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Finely Set Glittering Gorgeous Rare Important Paraiba adorned...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Paraiba, Gold

Julia Collection Necklace - Gold-Plated Bronze with Cornaline
Located in PARIS, FR
Julia Collection Necklace Gold-Plated Bronze with Cornaline Handmade Lost-Wax Casting Bronze plated in 24-karat gold all over Unique Piece Spain
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2010s Spanish Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Bronze

David Webb Gold and Diamond Choker
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A striking 18K yellow gold and platinum diamond choker by David Webb. The round brilliant cut diamonds are set into platinum plates and weigh an approximate total of 10.75ct of ov...
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Late 20th Century American Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Hakimoto 18K Rare Natural Golden color South Sea Baroque 16x12 mm Pearl
Located in Hicksville, NY
Hakimoto 18K Rare Deep Natural Golden color South Sea Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Weight (g): 119 Cultured Golden South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: 12X16mm Pearl Shape: Baro...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emilio Jewelry Special Flame Cut 48.00 Carat Vivid Red Ruby Suite
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. Featuring an incredible suite Ring, ear...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby

Natural Uncut polki Diamond moonstone Sterling silver necklace with earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
This gorgeous Floral Style necklace with matching earrings is unique in itself. It has been created by the fine artisans using Natural real Uncut Diamond and Moonstone. The Gemstones...
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2010s Asian Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Carved Onyx Necklace With Multi Gemstone & Butterfly Center In Pave Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:0.850g, Diamond:4.78ct, SiIver:30.662g, CHRYSOPRASE:16.16ct, EMERALD:1.42ct, ONYX:52.9 Size: 356 MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, 18k Gol...

Italian Red Coral, Retrò Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous retrò/vintage necklace mounted with 6 red coral rows and embellished with a simple closure in silver but with rose gold color. This necklace was totally handmade by Italian...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Silver

22 Karat Gold Traditional Royal Queen Wedding Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
22k Traditional Royal Wedding Necklace. The necklace weights 35.7 grams 22k gold. The length is 16 inches and measures 6” By 2.5”
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1990s Emirian Choker Necklaces

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22k Gold

Wempe choker necklace in 18k yellow gold and white gold, 7.35ct Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive Wempe choker necklace in 18k yellow gold and white gold with 7.35ct diamonds This impressive and luxurious ladies' necklace from Wempe is a true masterpiece of jewelry art...
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20th Century German Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Caplain, France 1970s Gold Necklace of Tapered Woven Design
Located in New York, NY
An estate 1970s gold collar necklace of woven and tapered design, the central openwork section featuring graduated vertical gold wires overlaid with interlocking diamond motifs, in 1...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari Antique Coin Monete Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold ancient coin, link chain necklace by Bulgari. Measurements: Length: Necklace is 17" Long Center Piece Width is 23mm Weight: 111.8 grams Coin: Campania-Neapolis 4th-3...
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20th Century Italian Choker Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold 3.68 Carat Emerald and 4.31 Carat Diamond Necklace and Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This cleverly designed 18 karat yellow gold necklace by Cellini Jewelers NYC, is set with round Diamonds and Emeralds. The Diamonds and Emeralds encompass the front section of the ne...
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1990s Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 5 Strand Coral Choker with 10K Gold Bars & Clasp, circa 1890
Located in Venice, CA
This bold Victorian coral choker is a show-stopper. The color of this piece is stunning, a beautiful natural salmon color, rich and mottled. Cor...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Coral, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Etruscan Style Necklace and Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bilbao, ES
Etruscan Style Necklace and Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Weight 225 grams - Price 42.190 euros Earrings Weight 20,5 grams - Price 3.845 euros They can be sold separate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Adler Ruby and Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Adler necklace in 18K yellow gold featuring cabochon rubies accented by diamonds. Marked "Adler's France 18K" on the tongue closure. There are fourteen (14) cabochon rubies totalin...
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Late 20th Century French Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Choker Necklace 1959 Signed
Located in Warminster, GB
A stunning and Rare necklace by Christian Dior, made in 1959, and entitled “Folie Amoureuse by Christian Dior” The necklace is a choker style, with eleven, graduated, rows of emeral...
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1950s Vintage Choker Necklaces

Multi Strand Pearl & Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Multi Strand Pearl & Diamond Choker Necklace A choker featuring 12 strands of cultured pearls set with diamond spacers & a center pave diamond pendant. Approximate diamond weight:...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Betony Vernon "17 Pearls Parure" Necklace Bracelet Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon's distinguished "17 Pearls Parure" includes the "Five Pearls Choker", "Five Pearls Bracelet" and the "String of Pearls Ring". The Five Pearl...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Original Mummy’s Bundle Necklace/Choker by Doug and Mary Handcock J3051
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Mary and Doug Hancock, of Mummy’s Bundle, create beautiful wearable art jewelry inspired by the ancient Indian cultures. Doug an archaeologist, Mary an artist. Their Exotic Wearable Jewelry is described by them as “Archaeology meets Style”. Mummy’s Bundle is renowned for exquisite chokers boasting beautiful macrame with bold silver adornments. When Doug passed a few years ago, Mary’s passion for the business waned. • Artist: Doug & Mary Hancock...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Silver

NEW Natural Ruby Sapphire Emerald Necklace in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Warren, NJ
Add a touch of luxury to your jewelry collection with this exquisite necklace from LaFrancee. Crafted from 14k solid yellow gold, this piece features three natural precious gemstones...
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Late 20th Century Edwardian Choker Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

20.75 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold and sterling silver, this stunning choker necklace is hand set in 20.75 carats blue sapphire and 5.72 carats of diamonds in blackened finish. FOLLOW MEGHNA JE...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Lauren Harper Boulder Opal Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Winnetka, IL
This boulder opal doublet and .68cts Diamond necklace is delicate yet bold. Colorful flashes of blue and green catch the light in each distinct opal oval, and the diamond detail mak...
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2010s Artist Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

5.65 Carat SI/H Pear Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Choker Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 5.65 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive piec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold With Amazing Ruby and White Diamond Timeless Choker Necklace
Located in GALLARATE, IT
Design and handmade in Italy by expert jewelers from Stanoppi Jewellery. Accurate and unique. Our mission is to combine colorful stones and unique shape and design. Unique piece wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Modern Baume Creation Moonstones Vermeil Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in vermeil, silver overlaid with yellow gold This feminine choker features cushion-cut briolette moonstones in a closed setting, separated by rings. The clasp is a snap hook...
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2010s French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Moonstone, Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Silver

Natural 1.03 Carat Marquise Diamond Choker Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat White gold, these exquisite choker are handset with 1.03 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 60s Gemstone Butterfly Necklace Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Choker 15.5"
Located in Torrance, CA
Distinct & nicely detailed Butterfly necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1960s). Diamonds total an estimated 0.15 carats (estimated at I-J color and SI1-I1 clarity). Em...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14...

Italian 5.40 Carats Diamond 18K Gold Collar Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting an Estate 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Collar Necklace  Crafted in Italian 18K Gold with natural round cut diamonds makes a ...
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1990s Italian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Bulgari Seven Ancient Coins Yellow Gold Link Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Seven Ancient Coins Link Necklace by Bulgari. With 7 Roman Emperors coins: Lucius Verus, Antoninus Pius, Alexander Severus, Septimius Seve...
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20th Century Italian Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gripoix Ruby Square Cabochon Collar Choker Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Robert Goossens Arty Textured Ripple Gripoix Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gripoix Ruby Red Square Cabochon Crystal Collar Choker Chunky Modernist Elegant Nec...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Chanel 2024 Collection Pearl Choker Necklace With 'CC' Logo Heart Pendants
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Chanel 2024 Collection Pearl Choker Necklace With 'CC' Logo Heart Pendants From the Spring‑Summer 2024 Pre‑Collection  is this pearl choker adorned with three hold heart ...
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2010s Choker Necklaces

Oval Emerald and Diamond Halo Setting Choker Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Oval Emerald and Diamond Choker Necklace Halo Setting in 18k White Gold Emerald and Diamond Necklace feature 45 Natural Oval Green Emeralds weighing 29.52 carats in total surrounded...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

AJD 18 Inch Tourmaline multi color nuggets necklace Great gift
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant 18-Inch Multi-Color Tourmaline Nugget Necklace Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning 18-inch necklace featuring smooth,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

A Fine quality Mid Century 14ct 585 White Gold set Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
This exquisite necklace is a true piece of beauty. Hand crafted from fine white gold, it features stunning pear-shaped natural emeralds. It looks like a £20,000 necklace when worn an...
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1920s Vintage Choker Necklaces

Natural Emerald Gemstone Choker Diamond Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
The focal point of this necklace is the natural emerald gemstone. With its rich green hue and exceptional clarity, the emerald exudes a sense of elegance and natural allure. Each eme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

Hakimoto 13X15.5mm Natural Golden South Sea Pearl 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in Hicksville, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Golden South Sea Strand Necklace 18K White Gold Weight (g): 126.2 Golden Cultured South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: 13X15.5mm Pear...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcraft Pearls 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Coral Choker 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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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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

Roberto Coin Cento Baby O Diamond Circle Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your elegance with the stunning Roberto Coin Cento Baby O Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace. Crafted in luxurious 18K white gold, this exquisite piece features 77 natural round...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Vivid Blue Untreated Sapphire Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Unheated natural vivid sapphire, with GIA certificate states "natural sapphire, no indications of heating ", measurement 13.00 x 13.75 x 5.42mm Diamonds tested and are natural Neck...
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1990s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Colombian Emeralds and Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite emerald and diamond necklace set with graduated line of alternating oval-cut diamonds and emeralds, mounted in platinum, 16 inches The biggest emeralds weigh approxima...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Gold Necklace Crocodiles
Located in Roma, RM
Animalia Series Necklace created entirely by hand by Italian artisans. The technique is that of lost-wax microsculpture. The necklace is adjustable to be worn perfectly snug around...
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2010s Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Bronze

11.04 Carat Diamond Swirl Style Necklace in 18k White Gold, F-H VS2-SI1
Located in Houston, TX
Elevate your elegance with this exquisite necklace showcasing 11.04 carats of radiant round brilliant cut diamonds, expertly set in a luxurious 18 karat white gold swirled setting. W...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 12 Ct Burma Ruby & 30 Ct Diamond Trio Pin 18 Karat Yellow Gold 78gm
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite Natural 12 Ct Burma Ruby & 30 Ct Diamond Trio Pin, a truly unique piece crafted from 18 Karat Yellow Gold weighing 78 gram...
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1970s Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural uncut polki diamond choker sterling silver necklace with ruby extension
Located in Delhi, DL
Experience the epitome of luxury and elegance with this exquisite diamond choker, a perfect fusion of traditional artistry and modern sophistication. This choker features a stunning ...
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2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Diamond Double Strand 8mm Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Double Strand 8mm Cultured Pearl Necklace by Mikimoto. The Authentic Mikimoto Double Strand Pearl Necklace...
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1990s Japanese Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

A 18K gold Indian wedding Navratna choker with nine gemstones and diamond polkis
Located in Bangkok,, TH
A necklace in the form of a collar compromising of nine precious gemstones, with centre as a big size Mozambique mines Bangkok ruby surrounded with eight other natural gemstones, eme...
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2010s Indian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Cat’s ...

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Diamond Kite Shape Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Avg Size :  1.04 Color :  D-G Clarity :  FL-VS2 Floro. :  NON-FNT Total Weight :  77.1 Ct No. of Pcs. :  74 From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond

NWT 18KT Gold $12, 500 Glittering Fancy Triple 3 Flower Diamond Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare 18KT White Gold Triple Flower Diamond Strand Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Finely Set Gorgeous Glittering Diamond in a strand and 3 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

\ Buccellati Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Woven Collar Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Buccellati was the first to introduce the technique of texture engraving. His pieces are rich in textural quality. This authentic  Buccellati necklace is crafted in solid 18K yello...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

NWT $15, 000 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Red Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Red Ruby Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 16...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

AGL certified 15 carat Minor oil pear cut Emerald Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
We present this magnificent pendant with a 15 carat pear cut emerald 18 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds riviera necklace plus 2 carats of round brilliant cut diamond around t...
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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

Oscar De La Renta Fine Faux Pearl and Crystal Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Signed Oscar de la Renta Faux Pearl and Crystal Necklace with matching pair of Earrings; Designer Signature; necklace mea...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Crystal, Pearl

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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