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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Diamond
Gemstone: Coral
Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Gold Snake Chain
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Gold Snake Chain
This estate necklace is crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold (carefully tested and guaran...
Category
Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified Extravagant Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
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.
Appraisal available upon request by the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond
Diamonds Snake 18 Karat Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful snake necklace in 18 karat yellow gold. Handmade by craftsmen assembled with diamonds and green,blue enamel.
Diamonds weight 1.21 karat
Necklace total weight 65.70 grams
N...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Style Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Yellow Gold Flowers Necklace
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem.
We can ship every...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ga...
Emilio Jewelry Certified Yellow Diamond Heart Necklace
By Emilio!
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.
Appraisal available upon request by the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Diamond
Diamond & 7.61ct Colombian Emerald Necklace Bib 14K Gold
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond & 7.61ct Colombian Emerald Necklace Bib 14K Gold
This absolutely stunning necklace is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold and it is made in Italy by MNC company. The cen...
Category
Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Cartier juste un clou necklace rose gold with diamonds
By Cartier
Located in London, England
Cartier juste un clou necklace, rose gold with diamonds, small model. Juste un Clou necklace, small model, rose gold 750/1000, set with 57 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 0.20 cara...
Category
2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Red Coral and Gold Strand Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Red Coral Necklace, comprising 95 Coral beads, each approx. 3.9mm-9.3mm, held by a 18K Yellow Gold clasp. Hand strung with matching silk cord. The necklace measures...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Victorian Necklace 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Victorian Necklace 925 Sterling Silver
Material 925 Sterling Silver
Handmade
Natural Diamond Polki Rose Cut
Wieght approx 68 Gr...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Nina Zhou Symphony Aquamarine Pink Sapphire Statement Necklace
By Nina Zhou
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Make a lasting impression with the Nina Zhou Symphony Aquamarine Pink Sapphire Statement Necklace, a masterpiece of artistry and elegance. Cascading with an exquisite blend of aquama...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Seed Pearl, Diamond, and Platinum Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The thirteen strand cultured pearl collar necklace, with tubular slide-clasp ends, center highlights a platinum and diamond set spiral medallion, designed as a diamond set feather-ed...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Baguette Circle Pear Double Strand DBY Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This delicate double-strand necklace is crafted in 18-karat rose gold, weighing approximately 1.35 total carats of SI-H Quality white diamonds.
18-karat white gold and yellow gold a...
Category
2010s American Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Diamond South Sea Large Pearl Platinum Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum Diamond and South Sea Large Pearl Necklace.
With 29 Large South Sea Cultured Pearls measuring 13mm to 15.2mm in diameter.
Round brilliant cut diamonds FL-VS2 clarity, D-G co...
Category
Early 2000s American Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Platinum
René Boivin "Sliding" Suite, Jacques Bernard
By René Boivin
Located in New York, NY
This "Sliding" suite of necklace, bracelet and half hoop clip earrings of diamonds and 18K gold by the Parisian firm of René Boivin dates from circa 1975. The torque necklace and hin...
Category
Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sardinia Coral Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
This magnificent necklace is a true masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship, made with natural Sardinian coral and detailed with 18-karat yellow gold. The multi-strand twist of carefull...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Necklace set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 8.50 carats Necklace set in 18K White Gold Settings
Width: 2.2 cm
Length: 44 cm
Total Weight: 77.37 grams
"We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in the v...
Category
2010s Thai Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
NO RESERVE! - AAA 63.03cttw Multi Color Pear Sapphire 14K White Gold Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Sapphire Stone:
Weight: 63.03 ct / 79 pieces
Color: Multiple Colors
Shape: Pear Mixed
Metal weight: 29.24 gr.
Item ships from Israeli Diamond...
Category
2010s Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Neclace with single and brilliant cut diamonds up to1.75ct 18k gold and platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
Platinum necklace with 18k white gold center piece set with brilliant and single cut diamonds up to. 1.75ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm long
detailed description:
necklace is 45 cm long ...
Category
1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antora Tubogas 18 Karat Rose Gold and Diamonds Diamond Necklace
By Antora
Located in Bilbao, ES
Flexible and adaptable necklace with tubogas craftmanship ( titanium base and solid gold cast) that fits medium to large sizes.
Available in three colours of gold, yellow, white and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Huge diamond necklace with 135.87 cts diamond and 18k gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This is an amazing necklace set with
Diamonds : 135.87 carats
Gold : 208.806 gms
This is the best necklace of our inventory. it gives a grand look and fitting is very flexible...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Roberto Coin Basketweave Choker Necklace with Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Roberto Coin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Roberto Coin choker necklace is a luxurious fusion of craftsmanship and understated brilliance. Crafted in 18 karat yellow and white gold, the flexible basketweave design create...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Exceptional Ruby and Diamond High Jewelry Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Magnificent Cartier ruby and diamond necklace features 22 carats of dazzling diamonds and over 10 carats of vivid red rubies all set in 18 karat yellow gold. This vintage creation fr...
Category
1980s French Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Baguette Mix Pear Double Strand Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This delicate double-strand necklace is crafted in 18-karat white gold, weighing approximately 1.02 total carats of SI-H Quality white diamonds.
Necklace is 16" Inches.
31 Round D...
Category
2010s American Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Platinum Collier De Chien Choker Collar Necklace
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Flexible diamond "collier de chien" made out of platinum and set with rose diamonds. Nine oval links alternate with nine double bows to form an exquisite choker. The collar is modell...
Category
Early 20th Century English Belle Époque Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Natural 3 Ct Ruby & 4 Ct Diamond Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold 75 Grams, 18 Inc
Located in New York, NY
Natural 3 Ct Ruby & 4 Ct Diamond Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold 75 Grams, 18 Inc
This Necklace made out of 18 Karat Yellow gold .
Necklace consisting of pave set diamonds and ...
Category
2010s Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural real 9.80cts uncut cut diamonds in 18k gold necklace 9.5" inches long
Located in Delhi, DL
Elevate your style with the enchanting fusion of tradition and luxury embodied in our exquisite necklace. Crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail, this stunning piece fe...
Category
2010s Indian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Filigree Designed Choker Necklace in 18k Gold & Silver with Diamonds & Sapphires
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite choker necklace boasts a delicate filigree design crafted in 18k gold and silver, adorned with dazzling diamonds and sapphires. Its in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Georgian Silver Over Gold Natural Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georgian Silver over Gold Diamond and Emerald Collar / Choker Necklace
This stunning necklace is from the 18th Century Georgian era. This necklace is w...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Triple-Strand Simple Piece Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This casual triple strand necklace is crafted in 18-karat white gold, weighing approximately 0.43 total carats of SI Quality white diamond.
Necklace is 16" Inches.
Our collections...
Category
2010s American Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
CARTIER PARIS Maillon Panther Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designed during the height of the Art Deco era, this exquisite link design is named after the illustrious Panthère jewels, a hallmark of Cartier's artistry. The graceful and alluring...
Category
1920s Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
HRD Certified Yellow Gold Necklace with 5.00ct Natural Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Indulge in the ultimate expression of luxury with this breathtaking HRD Certified Yellow Gold Necklace, adorned with a total of 5.00 carats of natural diamonds. This exquisite piece ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Colombian Emeralds 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Van Cleef & Arpels 69.00 Carat Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant and Square Emerald cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 69.00 carats.
Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels
14 1/4 inches
Category
1980s Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Collar Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Diamond Collar Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold. The necklace features approximately 6.65ctw of brilliant round diamonds. The necklace is 16 inches long, 18...
Category
1980s Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Ruby Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace Earring and Bracelet Suite
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stunning suite custom made for a gala.
The necklace is a collar so at the top the length is 13" and at the bottom edge 15". The large cabochon emerald (1" approximate diameter) i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace and Chandelier Earrings Set Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The blue sapphire and diamond necklace and earrings set features a total of 174.55 carats of oval cut and drop shape faceted Ceylon sapphires of homogeneous splendid color and crysta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Choker Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Victoria Diamond Mixed Cluster Platinum Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum Diamond Victoria Mixed Cluster Necklace by Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany & Co’s Victoria Platinum Diamond Mixed Cluster Necklace exudes timeless elegance with 15.92 carats of lustr...
Category
Early 2000s American Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Necklace with pearl and rose cut diamonds up to 0.15ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold necklace with a gold and silver centerpiece set with pearl and rose diamond up to 0.20ct - G/H - SI -44 cm long
detailed description:
the necklace is 44 cm long and 0.7 mm...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
9.00 Carat Diamond Necklace Riviera Necklace White Gold, Tennis Any Length Avail
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous 9 carat diamond necklace! Each diamond is individually set in a flexible setting so that it lays perfectly on your neck. We make these in all lengths from 15, 16, to 18 inch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cellini 18KT Gold 37.55 Carat Pink Sapphire Briolette & Diamond Flower Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This uniquely stunning necklace is composed of 10.38 carats of round brilliant and rose-cut diamonds, and 37.55 carats of pink sapphires.
The briolette cut allows the sapphires to d...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.5 Carat SI/H Diamond Snake Design Choker Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is proudly rated as a Top Seller on 1stdibs with 5 star customer reviews. All item...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Diamonds, Angel Skin Pink Coral, 18 Karat Gold French Style Chain Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Unique and elegant chain necklace realized in french style with 18K yellow gold chain. It has a central part composed of 3.10 g of angel skin pink coral button (diameter 18 mmX lengt...
Category
1970s Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sardinian Red Coral Necklace with 18kt Gold Closure
Located in Guidizzolo, IT
A jewel of rare beauty, composed of fine Red Coral beads with deep and intense color. Each element is carefully selected to create perfect harmony and extraordinary luster.
The eleg...
Category
2010s Italian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 1910s Pearl and 8.50 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finley crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with Pearls and Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 8.50 carats.
Circa 1910s
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Natural Diamond & Sapphire Buckle Cable Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Baltimore, MD
David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Natural Diamond & Sapphire Buckle Cable Necklace
Metal: 18k yellow gold
Weight: 70.2 grams
Diamonds: Approx. 0.75 CTW round natural diamonds G-H VS
Width...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
22K indian bridal navratna diamond polki necklace set Indian wedding jewellery
Located in Bangkok,, TH
Indulge in the timeless opulence of Indian craftsmanship with this regal 22K gold Navratan bridal necklace, a radiant expression of tradition, artistry, and spiritual symbolism. Hand...
Category
2010s Indian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Cat’s Eye, Hessonite, 22k...
Cellini 18KT White Gold 59.78. Baguette & Round Diamond Collar Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Cellini NYC presents this magnificent 18 karat white gold and diamond classic collar necklace.
The necklace is designed with a center row of 189 baguette cut diamonds with a total diamond weight of 31.58 carats. Two rows of 271 round brilliant diamonds with a total weight of 28.20 carats complete this classic collar style...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier 1960s Diamond Necklace in Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Cartier diamond necklace set in 18k yellow gold, circa 1950-1960.
From Cartier’s discontinued collection, the necklace is set in a unique pattern with 86 round b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Blue Sapphire Diamond Choker Necklace for Mother's Day in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Modern Blue Sapphire Diamond Choker Necklace Grandma Gift in 18K Gold studded with baguette blue sapphire and round cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s Robert DeMario Coral and Mother-of-Pearl Filigree Choker Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
A rare and collectible designer set from the illustrious house of Robert DeMario, dating to the 1940s. This exquisite choker necklace and matching clip-on earrings exemplify DeMario'...
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1940s South American Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Coral
Estate Art Deco tutti frutti Inspired Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace set
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Estate Art Deco tutti Frutti Inspired Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace, This 579 carat necklace set is hand set in 136 gm 14k solid yellow Gold with 11.15 carats of diamond, 120 ...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline,...
Belle Epoqué Diamond and Seed Pearl Choker French, circa 1910
Located in Firenze, IT
The central panels with applied rose-cut diamond to the diamond collet suspending a seed pearl and diamond tassel all to the articulated seed pearl and ...
Category
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Mid-Century Modern Baguette Diamond Platinum Statement Choker Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Divine! A Stunning Oscar Worthy Diamond Platinum Vintage Mid Century Modern Statement Choker Necklace. Securely Hand set with Baguette Diamonds, weighing approx. 10.76tcw. Han...
Category
1950s Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Necklace with Tahiti peal and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.89ct 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace with a drop-shaped Tahiti pearl and brilliant cut diamonds up to . 0.89ct - F/G - VS/SI - 40 cm long
detailed description:
the length of the necklace is 40 ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Nina Zhou Serenity Aquamarine Turquoise Diamond Statement Necklace
By Nina Zhou
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Elevate your style with the Nina Zhou Serenity Aquamarine Turquoise Diamond Statement Necklace, a harmonious fusion of sky-blue aquamarines, vivid turquoise, and shimmering diamonds....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roberto Coin Appassionata Three Row Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Bethesda, MD
This Roberto Coin diamond necklace is showcased of the Appassionata collection. Considered a work of art, the 18kt yellow gold piece features three woven rows, creating a basket weav...
Category
1990s Italian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Nina Zhou Heart Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Tennis Necklace
By Nina Zhou
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Embrace timeless romance and radiant elegance with the Nina Zhou Heart Aquamarine Sapphire DIamond Tennis Necklace. This stunning piece showcases a delicate arrangement of heart-shap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Necklace & Earring Suite with 135.87 Ct Diamond in 18 KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
It is a masterpiece of jewelry craftsmanship—a necklace that exudes sheer opulence and elegance. This extraordinary creation boasts a captivating ensemble of pear-shaped and round b...
Category
2010s Asian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
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.