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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Diamond Tennis Necklace with Detachable 12.01 Carat Tanzanite Pendant
By SONYA K.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our signature TAYLOR Necklace offers a stunning combination of versatility and elegance. Wear it alone or attach a custom pendant for a look that can take you from day to night.
Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Daniel Swarovski Necklace Crystal Runway Silver Snake Chain 1990s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Not going to disappoint, this is a SHOWSTOPPER!! Hallmarked Daniel Swarovski, Massive Faceted Crystal 40 mm x 27.5 mm x 7.3 mm Approximately 70 Carats, front and Center with 6 individual chains on each side of the faceted Emerald Crystal. 14 inches long with about 3 inches adjustable length. Price tag still attached. Matching bracelet sold separately. Check our store front for the matching pieces as well as hundreds of New, Never Worn 1980s - 1990s Jewelry...
Category
1990s Choker Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Alex Jona South Sea and Tahitian Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Choker Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold choker necklace (17 inch/43 cm) with two natural pearls, 11 mm diameter, one white South Sea and one grey from...
Category
2010s Italian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diana M 2.05cts Diamond Choker Necklace in 14kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14kt yellow gold necklace featuring 2 rows of 2.05 cts round diamonds (G-H VS-SI)
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sensational Genuine Natural Gem Amethyst Quartz Druzy Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Featuring Genuine Natural Gem Amethyst Druzy Quartz inter-spaced with Sterling Silver Beads; Necklace held by a Sterling Silver Clasp. The tapered rectangular Amethyst Quartz Stones ...
Category
1990s Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
10.14carat Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Add a majestic touch to your ensemble with this stunning 10.14carat royal blue sapphire diamond statement necklace! This eye-catching necklace will turn heads with its dazzling poppi...
Category
2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Designer Heidi Daus "As Time Goes By "Crystal Necklace Bracelet and Earrings
By Heidi Daus
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Heidi Daus Designer "As Time Goes By "Sparkling Crystal ensemble, comprising Crystal and Faux Pearl Necklace, Crystal Cuff Bracelet and Crystal Drop Earrings. Necklace meas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Signed Opal and Tourmaline Bib Gold and Sterling Designer Bib Collar Necklace
By Mondrian
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome Signed Mondrian Designer Bib Collar Necklace featuring 63tcw African Opal and 59tcw Tourmaline, Hand set in Yellow Gold and Sterling silver...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
NWT $198, 000 18KT Gold Important Fancy 31.50CT Elaborate Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare 18KT White Gold Elaborate Fancy Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Finely Set Gorgeous Glittering Diamonds!! T.C.W. Approx 31.50C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1981 Tiffany & Co Necklace Paloma Picasso Vintage Triangle Link 18k Gold 15"
Located in Torrance, CA
Rare vintage Tiffany & Co necklace designed by Paloma Picasso, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1981).
Dating to 1981 the bold open link necklace is designed by Paloma Picas...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Glamorous Pave Rondel Knot Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Lovely necklace from the 1950-60s comprised entirely of pave colored rondels in pale pink, citrine, olivine, and crystal. Extremely sparkly and festive. Italian Origin.
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Category
1960s Italian Vintage Choker Necklaces
Diana M. Egyption Multicolor Necklace 18K Yellow Gold With Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18kt yellow gold egyptian style necklace featuring 10.00 cts of emeralds, rubies, and sapphires with 1.50 cts of diamonds
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Statement Petrol Blue Glass Spike Collar 2000s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A statement Petrol Blue Glass Collar. Vibrant, fancy cut electric blue stones sit within a blackened metal setting. All stones are claw set. Very good condition, approx. 44.5 cms len...
Category
Early 2000s Choker Necklaces
18KT Gold Necklace with 14.75Ct. Cabochon Blue Sapphires and 2.25 Carat Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This lovely necklace is designed with 5 oval Blue Sapphire Cabochons, each set in an 18 kt yellow gold setting accented with round Brilliant Diamonds. The Sapphires hang from a neckl...
Category
1980s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
7.30ctw Diamond Convertible Fine Akoya Pearl 18K Gold Suite Necklace Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 7.30ctw Diamond Convertible Fine Akoya 8-8.5mm Cultured Pearl 18K Gold Jewelry Vintage Suite, Japanese Pearl Diamond Flower Gold Necklace Earrings
Who watched Feud: Capote ...
Category
1990s Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
Handcraft Multi-Color 18 Karat White Gold 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
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Nathalie Jean 0.58 Carat Diamond Emerald Tourmaline Pearl Onyx Gold Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Microrock Choker, a multi-stone pièce unique Necklace, is devised as a game, a construction or a sophisticated aerial mobile. Shapes attached to gold rings dangle lightly around the ...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Diana M. Custom 7.00 cts Round 4 Prong Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 14 k yellow gold, 16.5" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace 7.00 cts round diamonds 160 stones each 0.05 FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Retro 14K Yellow Gold Necklace with 1 marquise diamond total carat .015, 63 round and old mine diamonds .028 carat, rubies approximately 5.5 carats
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Georgian Meshwork Tubular Chain Necklace with Barrel Clasp, circa 1790
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our exceptional 18K Georgian woven mesh featherlight necklace is both light in color and weightless about the neck. Woven mesh chains like this one are ...
Category
Early 18th Century British Antique Choker Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Pankhi Fan Necklace 22 Karat Gold, Uncut Diamonds Natural Pearls Emeralds Rubies
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
22KT Gold Pankhi Fan Necklace inspired by ancient Indian traditions.
This necklace is all about secrets.
In ancient India, the Maharanis (queens) had ...
Category
2010s Indian Revival Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold 3.68 Carat Emerald and 4.31 Carat Diamond Necklace and Bracelet
By Cellini
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...
Category
1990s Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 6.72 Cts F/VS1 Round Brilliant Diamonds Tennis Necklace 14K Gold
Located in Massafra, IT
6.72 Cts Round Brilliant Cut Graduated Diamonds Mid Half Tennis Necklace in 14K White Gold. This stunning necklace features 51 dazzling white diam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diana M. Custom 44.10 cts 3 Prong Diamond 18k White Gold 16.5" Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18 k white gold, 16.5" 3 prong diamond tennis necklace 44.10 cts round diamonds 72 stones 0.61 each FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Heavy Metal Chain Collar, MWLC
Located in New York, NY
Heavy metal chains in varying sizes are wrapped around a curved collar and closed with a safety chain.
Made for Jill Stuart NY runway presentation agains...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Choker Necklaces
Faye Kim Platinum Rose Cut Marquise Diamond Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's classic Platinum Rose Cut Marquise Diamond Necklace on cable chain. Worn alone or layered, the look is beautiful, timeless and perfect for...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Diamond Dove of Peace Necklace in 18k White Gold W/ Box and Certificate
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cartier 18k white gold Dove of Peace necklace accompanied by Cartier box and Cartier certificate of authenticity.
This necklace features 19 interlocki...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Paste Choker Necklace Convertible Headband
Located in Geneva, CH
Paste choker necklace. Faux pearl and white stones on silver.
Convertible to a headband.
Length: 34.50 centimeters.
Total weight: 76.42 grams.
Category
Early 20th Century European Victorian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl and Diamond Ornate Collar Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom
Material: 18K yellow gold
Diamond: 168 round brilliant cut = 8.00cttw
Color: F
Clarity: VS2
Weight: 190.40 grams
Dimensions: necklace measures 16-inches
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold .25 Carat Diamond Channel Set Cross Necklace On 18" 14k Italian Chain
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very pretty necklace. It's unique because you don't see many channel set cross pendants. This is a necklace you can wear for any occasion or every day. It is pre-owned b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gianni Versace 1990s gold stud and stone choker necklace
Located in Nottingham, GB
This beautiful gold tone Gianni Versace choker has a lovely stud shape feature which makes the necklace three dimensional. The necklace also has stones placed within the gold pyramid...
Category
1990s Italian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Francoise Montague Leather and Murano Glass Statement Necklace
By Marion Stern
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
True artistry comes alive in this handmade leather and Murano glass necklace from Francoise Montague.
Category
2010s French Choker Necklaces
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Interlinked Crystals Bib Omega Snake Link Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Interlinked Crystals Trio Bar Bib Pendant Omega Snake Link Omega Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Plated
Very excellent condition. Very new. Marked '...
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
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...
Category
2010s Artist Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
11.2 Carat SI/H Brilliant Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Butterfly Choker Necklace
Located in Diera, Dubai
This luxurious butterfly choker necklace showcases 11.20 carats of natural brilliant cut diamonds, meticulously set in 14 karat white gold. Weighing a total of 52.48 grams, including...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
CHRISTIAN DIOR (Attributed To) Monogram Trotter Fur Slap Cuff Bracelet
Located in Nice, FR
Attributed to CHRISTIAN DIOR monogram trotter fur slap cuff bracelet.
Can be used as a bracelet or choker.
One size (fits most).
UNS...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces
Vintage 14k Gold Natural Garnet Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 7.2 grams.
Totally is garnet about 2.20 ct.
Total lenght is chain without garnet 36 cm.
Please contact for any question.
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, 14k Gold
Versace Style Collar Necklace in Yellow & White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stylish collar necklace inspired by Versace, featuring a vintage style of two-tone 14K gold. Perfect for casual wear.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Gianni Versace 1990s Silver Medusa Head Choker Necklace
Located in Nottingham, GB
If you are looking for a statement then this Vintage Gianni Versace choker is the item for you. This is an extremely beautiful and rare statement choker from Gianni Versace. The hand...
Category
1990s Italian Choker Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Chocker Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful chocker necklace mounted with 5 strand of rock crystal and,between of them,silver structures studded with four diamonds.
As closure, a clasp in 9 karat rose gold and silver...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Gold Burnished Hammered Silver Sterling Colored Stones Chocker Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini design stunning choker necklace is a true work of art, handcrafted in Italy
The burnished Silver Sterling link chain perfect complements the vibrant colored dangle stones, including Amethyst, Tourmaline, Rubellite, Iolite, Aquamarine, Topaz, Peridot, Garnet, set in 9K satin rose gold.
The adjustable size ensure a comfortable fit for anyone, and the unique combination of colors and textures make this necklace a truly special piece.
Perfect for any occasion, this choker is sure to turn heads and make a statement.
A feisty chocker multi-strand necklace made of the 4 strands of the purest silver sterling hammered and embellished with Peridot, Amethyst, Garnet, Blue Topaz, Citrine, pink Tourmaline and iolite.
The prong bazel setting is made of sandblasted 9-carat rose gold.
it can be worn tight or long because thanks to the prongs bezel setting it can be adapted to various necks and it can be adjustable up to 41 cm.
This piece is entirely manufactured, in an artisanal way, in Rome, Italy and every step of the process is carefully executed.
The treatment applied on the silver sterling may get lighter over time by wearing it.
Details: Rossella Ugolini Italian Jewelry Design Collection Rose Gold, Burnished Hammered Silver Sterling Chocker Multi-Strand Colored Stone Necklace
Category
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, 9k ...
Baume Modern Parma Jade Jadeite Beads 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume Creation, unique piece.
Necklace made of a fall of round parma-colored jade jadeite beads, featuring a ratchet clasp in 18K white gold bead.
Length : 46 cm approximately.
Beads...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Beauvince Diamonds by the Yard Station Necklace 1.30 Ct Diamonds in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Fun & Chic this necklace is simple and sassy. It is great for daily stylish wear or an evening out.
Diamonds Shape: Round
Total Diamond Weight: 1.30 ct
No. of Diamonds: 14
Diamon...
Category
2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Magnificent Pink Cushion Cut Diamond Platinum and Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Pièce de Résistance Pink Diamond and Diamond Platinum and 18K Rose Gold Necklace features 7 Pink Cushion Cut Diamonds 1.774ct, 72 brilliant cut Pink D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A unique tennis necklace with 8 larger diamonds set throughout.
8.15 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold.
16.5 inch length that can be adjusted if...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Gold Tone Stars Choker Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage gold tone multi strand snake chains choker necklace embellished with THIERRY MUGLER's iconic stars.
Adjustable T-bar and toggle closure.
Embossed THIERRY MUG...
Category
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage Ugo Correani Roman Medallion Gold Pendant Bib Necklace
By Ugo Correani for Gianni Versace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Ugo Correani Roman Medallion Gold and black pendant bib/ choker necklace.
Necklace is in excellent condition.
(this listing only for necklace...
Category
1980s Italian Classical Roman Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Gianmaria Buccellati Torsade Necklace Amethyst Citrine 18k Gold Gemstone Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed Buccellati torsade necklace, finished with a 18 karat yellow gold clasp.
Three strands of briolette faceted citrine a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian Carved Malachite Sterling Necklace
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Stunning Italian Malachite and Sterling Silver choker necklace.
Vintage hand carved malachite round cameo depicting Roman soldier set in sterling silver an...
Category
1970s Italian Classical Roman Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Malachite, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Style Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire Amethyst Citrine Yellow Gold 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
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Sapphire, Ruby, Quartz, Emerald, Citrine, Amethyst...
Hermes Diamond Torsade Necklace 18K White Gold Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and highly collectible Hermes Torsade diamond necklace.
This Hermes choker style $65,000.00 necklace is featured in 18K high polish substantial white gold.
5...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Baume Creation Tahitian Pearl Moonstone 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation - Unique piece.
Necklace made of Tahitian cultured pearls, separated by moonstones set on a 18 karat white gold wire. The clasp is in 18 karat white gold, round shape ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Black Pearl, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Golden Metal Short Necklace with Oval Medallions
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal short necklace with oval medallions. Slight oxidization of the metal.
Additional information:
Condition: Good condition
Dimensions: Length: 47...
Category
1980s French Vintage Choker Necklaces
Vintage 4.32 Carat Diamonds and Blue Sapphires Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 4.32 Carat Diamonds & Blue Sapphires Necklace. The sapphires are natural and weight approx 4 carat and the diamond are SI clarity totaling approx 0.32 carats with a total of ...
Category
1970s Vintage Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Calin Diamond Tahitian and South Sea Platinum Pearl Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum Diamond Tahitian And South Sea Pearl Calin Necklace by Cartier.
With Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. 5.30ct
The Tahitian and South Se...
Category
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold 3.56 Carat Diamond Choker Collar Necklace
Located in Great neck, NY
This is a Beautfiul Diamond Choker Collar Necklace which is adjustable for comfort. Crafted of 14K White Gold features 136 Natural Roun...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Pave Diamond .75 Carat Single Strand Cultured Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
14 Karat White Gold Pave Natural Diamond .75 Carat Single Strand Cultured Pearl Choker Necklace
Metal: 14k white gold
Weight: 26.6 grams
Diamonds...
Category
Mid-20th Century Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold
Chanel Massive Pendant Chocker New W Box
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Stunning original Chanel oversize pendant necklace. Rigid light gold metal chocker with extension back chain. Gripoix pearl coated beads. Spring summer 2015 Collection.
Pendant dime...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces
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.