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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Style: Artisan
Style: Artist
22 Karat Gold Vermeil Senelagos Choker by Chee Lee Designs
Located in New York, NY
22 karat Gold Vermeil Senelagos Choker by Chee Lee Designs This stunner is a formidable and substantive neckpiece that combines 8 solid bars and 8 So...
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2010s American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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22k Gold, Vermeil

Marina J. Woven Lace Pearl Choker with Rhodium Plated Silver Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous and classic design by Marina J. This choker is made of all cultured white Pearls displaying a soft iridescent luster. Inspired by old world Pearl jewelry, the Pearls are int...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Rhodium, Silver

22 Karat Gold Vermeil Senelagos Bar Choker with Satin Finish by Chee Lee Designs
Located in New York, NY
This choker is a stunning and regal piece that has the staple Senelagos bar with a satin finish and is surrounded by a Russian wheat chain, finished with a unique Chee Lee toggle clo...
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2010s American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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22k Gold, Vermeil

Collectible Chanel Gold Collar Necklace Circa 2008
Located in New York, NY
Collectible Chanel Gold Collar Necklace with Pieces of Wheat making up the Necklace. It is Made Purposely Uneven with one Side being Longer than the other. It is 14-16" L and 1.5"-2.75" at the Widest Part. This is a couture necklace that is so beautiful. Really has a look. Look on the model in the video. Just so special! Marked A 2008 Wheat is a Symbol for prosperity that Madame Coco Chanel used...
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Early 2000s French Artist Choker Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Sterling Silver, Choker, Coral, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Coral” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a matter of fact, our aim is to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Handcraft Tanzanite 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Tanzanite, White Gold, 18k Gold

Romantic Prasiolite Green Amethyst Briolette Rose Quartz Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Lambertville , NJ
A Romantic Byzantine Design Drop Necklace in Pastel Gemstones. This extremely Feminine Necklace Features Checkerboard Faceted Rose Quartz, Briolette C...
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2010s American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Other, Quartz, Amethyst, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow ...

Diamond Bezel Necklace with 0.30 Carat Round Brilliant White Diamond Chain
Located in Austin, TX
This 14 karat white gold diamond bezel necklace is a classic! This simple design is one to be worn everyday and with any outfit. You...
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2010s American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl choker necklace is composed of 27 large pearls originating from the waters of Northwestern Australia. The pearls are smoothly graduated from 17-12mm. They feature...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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

Handcraft Sardinian Coral 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Massive Glass Beaded Handmade Artisan Choker Bib Necklace 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Massive glass beaded handmade artisan choker bib collar necklace 21st c The bold avant-garde large scale wide choker bib necklace is comprised of a collection of pale aqua blue glas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces

Handcraft Quartz 9 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphires Tourmaline 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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Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver, Ye...

Handcraft Sardinian Coral 14 Karat Yellow 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 seller with a private message to solve the problem. Beautiful 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver choker necklace handcrafted by our craftsmen mounted with sardinian coral and rose cut diamonds...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Handcraft Japan Coral 14 Karat Yellow 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 seller with a private message to solve the problem. Necklace with a flavor of the early 1900s handcrafted by expert craftsmen, in 14 karat yellow gold, the Japanese coral...
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1990s Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Brutalist Mixed Metal Industrial Choker Necklace c 1990s
Located in University City, MO
Brutalist mixed metal industrial choker necklace c 1990s The severe bold artisan choker is designed with a large triangular metal pendant. The large pendant is designed with a d...
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1990s Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Brass, Copper, Steel

Paul Amey 18K Gold, Diamond and Turquoise "Honeymoon" Pendant
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
Paul Amey’s “Honeymoon” pendant was crafted from 18K yellow gold and platinum with diamonds and turquoise. The pendant contains an oval 72pt FSI2 diamond GIA Certificate, a 32pt pear shape E/F VS SI1 diamond and a range of round white E/F VS SI1 diamonds being a 30pt, a 20pt, a 15pt, two 8pt and 6 round E/F VS SI1 white diamonds equalling 21pts. The white diamonds are highlighted with 3 blue colour enhanced natural diamonds equalling 22pts. Also featured are a 5mm and a 2.5mm round "Sleeping Beauty" turquoise. The pendant has a total weight of 17.3 grams without the bulb and 19.1 grams with the bulb. Shown being worn on a choker (not included) but may also be worn on a chain. The “Honeymoon...
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2010s Australian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Turquoise, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Sterling Silver, Choker, Ribbon, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Ribbon” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver, Choker, Two Lions, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Two Lions” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Handcraft Rock Crystal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Apatite 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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1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Morganite Ballet Pink Opal Inlay Toggle Choker Necklace, Dahlia V Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
Varying shades of ballet pink and pink grapefruit colored luxe morganite beryl beads are gently separated, creating a bountiful statement choker necklace designed to celebrate spring...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Morganite, Opal, Sterling Silver, Gold, Vermeil

Carolyn Tyler 'Corinna Choker' White Pearl and Red Coral Necklace in 22k Gold
Located in Austin, TX
A bold pearl, coral, diamond and 22k yellow gold "Corinna Choker" necklace by Carolyn Tyler. This Carolyn Tyler choker necklace is comprised of six strands of highly lustrous white ...
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Early 2000s Indonesian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 22k Gold

John Hardy Dot Collection Necklace, Sterling Silver and 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
John Hardy Dot necklace in Sterling Silver & 18K yellow gold. This gorgeous John Hardy necklace is beautifully crafted in 6 oval sections in st...
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2010s American Artist Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Handcraft Ruby 14 Karat Yellow 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Sicily Coral Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
The Scala Gioielli & Figli is pleased to announce to all its customers who purchase outside the European Community an additional 10% discount from the list price on all its items. The promo is to allow customers to amortize the customs taxes they will pay at the time of delivery. The instructions to follow are as follows: before sending us your purchase proposal, write us through the messages section, we will be happy to immediately send you our offer reduced by 10 percent. Do not hesitate to write to us, we will be happy to satisfy your every need. 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 seller with a private message to solve the problem. 14 karat yellow gold choker necklace. Handmade by artisans assembled with Sicily coral...
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Early 1900s Italian Artisan Antique Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Sterling Necklace Neck Ring with Ceramic Bead Dangles
Located in Chicago, IL
Handmade sterling necklace with long dangles. The neck ring has an integrated, tension hook/closure. The dangles are strung with tubular sterling beads and ceramic beads...
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1960s American Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Pink Pearls Necklace with Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Greenwich, CT
Romantic... Precious and Feminine!!! This classic pearl necklace is comprised of 19 inch string of pink with peach overtone pearls and finished with a handmade 18k yellow gold hook ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Articulated Enamel Marcasite Tiger Choker Necklace 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Exotic sterling silver articulated enamel tiger choker necklace 21st c The artisan choker necklace is designed with a sleek feline figure with tiny gazing garnet eyes The panther i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces

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, White Gold, 18k Gold

Handcraft 18 Karat White Gold Sapphires 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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

Handcraft Pink Flowers Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Coral, 14k 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi-Color Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautifully colored 14k gold sapphire and diamond necklace having 54.7 carats sapphires and 3.01 carats diamonds
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20th Century American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Sterling Silver, Choker, Ornato, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Ornato” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a matter of fact, our aim is t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Gold Ram Head Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18 karat yellow gold flexible torque necklace featuring Ram head terminals with Ruby eyes, 1.80mm. 31.5 grams. Stamped "750".
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1980s Unknown Artist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Ruby, 18k Gold

Handcraft Sardinia Coral 18 Karat Gold Diamonds Paste Turquoise Drop 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, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Matthia's and Claire Flexi 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff "Twist" Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire "Flexi" cuff necklace in flexible 18k yellow gold A surprising interpretation of our signature 18k precious material. Our gold Flexi collection offers malleable j...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

18Kt White and Yellow Gold with White Diamonds Necklace
Located in GALLARATE, IT
Marine knots create a unique jewel made by expert hands handemade in Italy by Stanoppi Jewellery since 1948. Timeless necklace yellow and white gold 18kt with white diamonds cts 0.40...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The diamond choker necklace features a geometric design of 10.80 carats of princess cut diamonds, surrounded by a pave of round diamonds totaling 15.50 carats. All our diamonds are of top quality (F/VVS). The elegant choker is entirely hand made in 18 carat white gold with the most sophisticated workmanship and know-how: It is flexible just to the right degree (between the extremes of the flimsy and the rigid), and will lay perfectly on any lady’s neck. It was made by maestro Salvatore in our workshop in Naples, Italy, according to an original design by Ella Gafter.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcraft Australian Pearls 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl choker necklace is composed of 33 pearls originating from the waters of Northwestern Australia. The pearls are slightly graduated from 15-12mm. They feature thick...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Handcraft Garnet 14 karat Yellow 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter Ruby Heart Shape Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The heart shaped ruby and diamond necklace and earrings set is constituted by 17 faceted rubies of homogeneously brilliant q...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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

Handcraft Sardinian Coral 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Emeralds Drop 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 seller with a private message to solve the problem. 18 karat white gold drop necklace. Handmade by our artisans assembled with Sardinian coral,emeralds and diamonds. Necklace total weight 38.20 grams Diamonds weight 3 karat Coral weight 12 grams Emeralds weight 2 karat
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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

AJD Elegant Blue Sapphire and Gold Choker Necklace Great Gift!!
Located in Raleigh, NC
Striking 16.5 Inch Blue Sapphire Rondelles and gold filled striated disc choker necklace. This unique choker necklace is finished with a diamond studded...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Mixed Metal, Gold, Vermeil

Handcraft Sardinia Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Amethyst Drop Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Handcraft Aquamarine 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Aquamarine, White Gold, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Heart Shape Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The heart shaped ruby and diamond necklace features 3 faceted rubies of homogeneously brilliant quality, especially cut from larger Mozambique rough to obtain the slight but symmetri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Set of Necklace, Bracelet, Earrings & Rings with Coral & Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Micheletto Exclusive 18 kt yellow gold set of Necklace, Bracelet, Earrings and Rings With Coral and Diamonds Possible to change the diamond balls or ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft 925 Thousandths Silver Mediterranean 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 seller with a private message to solve the problem. Beautiful Mediterranean coral flower necklace...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Silver

Lauren Harper Blue Agate, Sapphire, Gold Statement Necklace
Located in Winnetka, IL
These Lacey Blue Agate stones are unique and eye catching, surrounded by sparkly white and blue Sapphires in an organic and unusual setting. Set in Lauren Harper's signature 18kt Go...
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2010s Artist Choker Necklaces

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Agate, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Handcraft Lapis 18 Karat White Gold Uvarovite Diamonds Multi-Strand 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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Rock Crystal, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, White Gold, 18k Gold

Handcraft 14 Karat Yellow 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 seller with a private message to solve the problem. Yellow Gold 14 karat and 800 karat silver mounted with carnelian,australian pearl,amethyst,coral,sapphires,turquoise paste,agate,lapis lazuli,tourmaline,quartz and rose cut...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Quartz,...

Handcraft Topaz 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Emeralds 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 seller with a private message to solve the problem. 18 karat yellow gold choker necklace. Handmade by our craftsmen and assembled with diamonds,emeralds and topaz...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Impressive Gold Ruff Choker by Anna Maria Cammilli, Late 1970s-1980s
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Anna Maria Cammilli hand made gold necklace. The Necklace, in the style of a Ruff Collar, fashioned in 18k yellow gold with both a mat and mirror f...
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1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Maharaja 12.59 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The Maharaja collection is inspired by the Moghul Era & Indian heritage. A stunning antique style necklace is handmade in 14K gold and sterling ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

57.52 Carat Emerald Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Maharaja Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The Maharaja collection inspired by the Moghul Era & Indian heritage. A stunning necklace handmade in 14K gold and sterling silver. It is set in 57.52 carats emerald, 104.62 carats p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Handcraft Pink Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Emeralds 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, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Handcraft Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Ruby 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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Diamond, Turquoise, Ruby, 18k Gold, White 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.

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