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Yaacov Heller Sterling Gold Vermeil Bangle Bracelet Earrings and Choker Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Yaacov Heller renowned Israeli artist silversmith modernist sterling silver and gold electroplated choker necklace, bangle bracelet and swirl earrings. ...
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pearl Emerald Sapphire Ruby Spinel Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation - Unique piece. Necklace of 6 rows of cultured white oriental pearls, diameters; 6.5/7 to 3/3.5, alternated with round and facetted oval emerald beads, pink facetted spinel beads, and facetted rubies and sapphires. The clasp is a 18 carat white gold push clip...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, ...

Hakimoto 17x14 mm White & Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 14x17mm White & Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace 17.5" with 18K White Gold Diamonds Clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Green Emeralds White Diamonds 9 Karat White Gold Necklace Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful necklace with genuine green emeralds and white diamonds set in a 9 karat white gold heart. The necklace length is adjustable from 410 mm to 440 mm / from 16.141 inches to 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Emerald, 9k Gold, White Gold

Choker Silver Necklace With Carved Jade & Emerald Stones in Pave Set Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
"18Kt:1.9g, Diamond:8.12Ct, Silver:30.922g, Emerald:62.72Ct, Jade:43.05Ct,"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Jade, 18k Gold, Silver

14 Kt Yellow Gold Chain Necklace with Sacred Hearts of Jesus, Joseph and Mary
Located in Roma, RM
Chain choker necklace with 3 mobile pendants Chain length to be agreed. The 3 sacred hearts represent the devotion to the sacred heart of St. Joseph sacred heart (with flower branch), Mary (on fire, pierced by dagger with wreath of flowers) and Jesus(crown of thorns and cross). The heart, biblically speaking, is the center of the emotions, of human feelings; that is why the heart, mentioned so often in the Bible, has supreme importance. And since the heart reacts to human emotions, that is why it can be considered the center of sensitivity, so much so that it is considered part of the soul. And in theology, the heart is the divine category of love. "My Divine Heart so ardently loves men that unable to contain within Itself any longer the flames of Its burning love, It needs spread them". The Holy Heart of Jesus is our heart bursting and burning with love and energy even for those who do not love Him and reject Him. ​The Immaculate Heart of Mary...
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2010s Italian Renaissance Revival Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Pave Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent David Webb 18k gold and white enamel necklace feautures large elongated links connected by hammered gold links. Center link is made in platinum and is encrusted with...
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20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" in 18-Karat Gold is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the term Betony Vernon coined to name her first fine erotic jewelry...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Masriera 5 Strand Pearl Chocker with Open Work Enamel and Diamond Plaque
Located in New York, NY
From the house of the prolific Art Nouveau designer, Luis Masriera comes a long tradition of prestige, creativity and unparalleled craftsmanship. These stylistically distinctive work...
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Early 2000s Spanish Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Enamel

Miriam Salat Classic Navy Blue Resin & White Zircon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Salat navy blue link necklace Sterling silver Chocker length 16 inch Can be modified in length Zircons Signed MRM 925 Comes with a Miriam Salat Pouch This Necklace is pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Zircon, Sterling Silver

Every Day Choker White Gold 18K Necklace Blue Sapphire Diamond for Her
Located in Montreux, CH
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Blue Sapphire 1.53 Cts/3 Pcs Diamond 1.52 Cts/140 Pcs
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

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White Gold

Christian Lacroix Vintage Abstract Jewelled Choker Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage abstract gold toned choker necklace embellished with clear crystals, glass cabochons and enamel. Marked CHRISTIAN LACROIX CL Made in France. Indicative me...
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Choker Pink Gold 18K Necklace Diamond for Her
Located in Montreux, CH
NECKLACE 18K Pink Gold Diamond 2.74 Cts/84 Pcs PT 1.82 Cts/1 Pcs
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

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Gold

18 Kt White Gold MIMI Chinese Pearl Necklace
Located in Bari, IT
A very elegant white gold MIMI Chinese Pearl Necklace, white pearls diameter 7/7,5 and Chinese symbol in yellow gold. Authentic, spontaneous, wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Herringbone Buckle Necklace 16.4 Grams 14 Karat Yellow Gold Italian
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14 karat yellow gold necklace featuring a herringbone chain with a center buckle motif. Made in Italy Lobster Clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 18K Full Diamonds Rare Natural Color Brown 15.5x10mm Tahitian Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Natural Color Brown Tahitian South Sea Strand Necklace 18K White Gold with 1 Carts Of Diamonds Clasp Weight (g): 96.3 Cultured South Sea Pearl Pearl ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k 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...
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Mid-20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Ciner swarovski Crystal Choker Necklace Gold tone New, Never Worn 1980s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Another Stunning Ciner Crystal Necklace. Encrusted with Swarovski crystals. We have the Matching Bracelet on our storefront. Measures: .42 or / ...
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1980s American Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Crystal, Gilt Metal

Hakimoto 16x13 mm Natural color Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 13x16 mm Natural color Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace 21" and 35 Golden Cultured Pearls With 18K Full Ball Diamonds Clasp Suggested Retail price $160,000
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Hakimoto 18K Natural Color Golden South Sea 12.6x11 mm Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Strand Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Weight (g): 75.3 Cultured Natural Color Golden South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: 11X12.6mm Pearl Shape: Round ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ambre & Louise Multi Leaf Statement Necklace With Removable Drops
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
18 carat gold plated brass necklace from Ambre & Louise. Can be worn long or shorter, as each piece of the necklace can be easily removed. See close-up photo to understand the mechan...
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2010s French Aesthetic Movement Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism Kit" Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon "O-Ring" timeless signature pieces have been appreciated since 1992 for their symbolic and aesthetic appeal. This kit includes one "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism", one ...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Diamond Solitaire Necklace with 0.73 Carat G-VS1 Skinny Oval Set in White Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This necklace features a diamond we've had in the shop for a while, but it never really found the right ring setting, being a bit on the skinny side. The Boss finally decided its e...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Buccellati Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Braided Rope Collar Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
The exceptional Quality of Buccellati is witnessed in this exquisite piece. Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, with a rope with highly detailed braided accents. An exceptional 15.75...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

NEW Natural Ruby Sapphire Emerald Necklace in 14K Solid Yellow Gold Wt. 52Grams
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 Byzantine Choker Necklaces

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

Ltd Edition Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Vintage Alhambra Necklace 29 Motif
Located in London, GB
An iconic 18k yellow gold necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Vintage Alhambra collection. The necklace features 29 iconic 4 leaf clover...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Butterfly Wings 0.80 Carat White Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Aquamarine Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection an enchanting pendant necklace handcrafted in 18 karats Yellow Gold chain with a light blue Aquamarine Drop. The pendent is a Butterfly made in 18 karats yellow gold embellished with white diamonds wings. Fly away. The butterfly catches the eye, with its lightness and sparkling diamonds. With its antennas alert and shining with precious dew, the butterfly handmade in 18K yellow gold with wings embellished with white diamonds, stands out on the one-of-a-kind necklace, rests on the necklace with an Aquamarine bead and spreads its wings dressed in gold and diamonds. The butterfly returns to be the protagonist among garments, accessories and jewels. Free flying when the Modern butterfly spreads its diamond wings on the 18K Yellow Gold necklace. It is yet another sign offered by nature that spares no inspiration in terms of creativity. The infinite color combinations and symmetrical designs of her livery have also been the object of attention of the great jewelers - from Van Cleef & Arpels to Chopard - who are committed to translating every detail with precision and mastery. It is therefore not surprising that every spring the desire to wear butterflies is reborn to feel the pleasure of freedom. The butterfly is an ornament that symbolizes the fragility that adorns the person and that aesthetically essential dignity to grace. The natural metamorphosis of the caterpillar that becomes a chrysalis and then a butterfly concretely represents that rebirth that follows the abandonment of the material shell in pagan beliefs, that exit of the soul from the body in the Greco-Roman tradition and the metaphor of resurrection in Christian iconography . And it is thanks to this 'sublime' spirit that the étoile of the meadows managed to seduce the imagination of many artists and to know the true glory at the beginning of the 20th century, when it became queen of the ornamental world of Art Nouveau, the current that from Japonism he rediscovered the beauty and decorative elegance of organic forms. Always pinned to the rever of suits and coats in the 50s and 60s, today the jewel butterfly is celebrated in this pendant necklace as the perfect embodiment of the desire for freedom. Perhaps because its beauty is one of nature's masterpieces, it has tickled the imagination of many artists. Details: Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Fashion Jewelry Butterfly Pendant Female Necklace White Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Statement Charms Choker Necklace Gift This Butterfly Yellow Gold Pendent...
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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

Multi Color Pastel Semi Precious Bead Necklace Choker J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pastel Choker Necklace Multi Color Semi Precious Bead Choker J Dauphin Mint Green Silk Knots between Beads 18" Designer: J Dauphin Made in Los Angeles...
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2010s American Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Silver

Fashion Yellow Gold 18K Necklace Emerald Diamond For Her
Located in Montreux, CH
NECKLACE 18K Yellow Gold Diamond 1.58 Cts/140 Pcs Emerald 1.23 Cts/3 Pcs
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver, Choker, Flowers, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Flowers” 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Italian Red Coral, Retrò Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Silver

Xavier Loubens Vintage Gold Toned Cupid Collar Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
XAVIER LOUBENS vintage antiqued gold toned collar necklace featuring gorgeous links embossed with 3-dimensional cupids, alterning with milky ...
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Modern Vermeil Spiral Tubogas Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in silver covered with gold. Splendid choker necklace, it is formed of a twist of tubogas mesh on all its turn. Total weight of the jewel : 71.7 g approximately. Height : 19...
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Silver

Vintage Sabbadini 18K Yellow and White Gold Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Crafted from 18k white and yellow gold during the late-20th century, this exquisite Sabbadini necklace has the rich patina of age. Each slightly puffed link...
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Early 20th Century Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

9ct Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Hand carved coral flower Choker & Matching Earrings Both Choker & Earrings are fully Hallmarked Necklace Length 15 Inches Natural...
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Late 20th Century British Romantic Choker Necklaces

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9k Gold

9ct Gold Necklace
9ct Gold Necklace
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18 Karat White Gold Diamond Small Dragonfly Motif Delicate Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This small dragonfly necklace is crafted in 18-karat white gold, weighing approximately 0.06 total carats of SI-H Quality white diamond. Necklace is 16" Inches. Our delicate colle...
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2010s American Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sterling Silver and Enamel Collar Necklace with Black Onyx
Located in London, Richmond
Genderless collar necklace in satin solid sterling silver, black and white enamel, set with black onyx cabochon. The design is geometric, minimalistic, androgynous, and dramatic at t...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Chanel 1990's Losange Round Neck Necklace
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel 1990's Losange round neck necklace Good condition, shows some light signs of use and wear on the metal parts. Gold tone metal hardware and white st...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Gold

Alexander 3.46ct Diamond Tennis Choker Open Back & Flexible 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Beautiful modern diamond tennis choker, flexible open back. Created by Alexander Beverly Hills. 63 round brilliant diamonds, 3.46 carats. Approxi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

30 Carat Diamond Cluster Necklace, 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This one of a kind, priceless diamond cluster necklace featuring round, pear and marquise diamonds will shine brightest in any setting. Me...
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2010s American Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Hakimoto 12X10mm 18K White South Sea Baroque Pearl Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Baroque Strand Necklace 18K White Gold Weight (g): 73.8 Baroque Cultured South Sea White Pearl Pearl Size: 12X10mm Pearl Shape: Baroque ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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

White Diamond Ruby Monkey Silver Choker Chain Necklace J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Ruby Monkey Silver Choker Chain Necklace 16" Designer: J Dauphin Hand made in Los Angeles Available for immediate delivery
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Ruby, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Silver, Brass

Flower White Pink Gold 18K Necklace Diamond for Her
Located in Montreux, CH
NECKLACE 18K White/Pink Gold Diamond 5.49 Cts/273 Pcs
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

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Gold

Exceptional Limited Edition René Julien 150 years Belgium Necklace 1980
Located in Verviers, Région Wallonne
Exceptional Limited Edition Artist René Julien (1937-2016) Necklace made for the 150 years of the Belgium. Egg-shaped sculpture with necklace, gilt bronze...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Gold

French 1960s Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Double Row Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace of round cultured pearls white orient, it is formed of a double row retained by a rectangular clasp in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark, ratchet and safety "8". Dia...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fashion White Gold 18K Necklace Diamond For Her
Located in Montreux, CH
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Diamond 4.49 Cts/72 Pcs MQ 1.62 Cts/14 Pcs
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

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White Gold

Poiray 18k Gold Necklace with Garnets
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold necklace with 79 tapered baguette cut garnets, pavé set, signed and numbered: Poiray, 23978, France, circa 1985. weight: 99.21 grams length: 45 cm width: circa 9 mm
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1980s French Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold

5.85 Carat Blue Topaz 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Territet, CH
This stunning 7 Blue Topaz ( 5.85 Carat in total) with 18 Karat white gold necklace won’t leave you without compliments and admiring gazes. Blue Topaz hue resembles the celadon of th...
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2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

18ct Gold Plated Sterling Silver Heart Cherubs Choker in Red
Located in London, GB
18ct gold plated sterling silver and fine porcelain. Handmade in Italy Beyond collection design to go further than the classic interpretations of the Cameo. With the freedom of shap...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

30 Carat Diamond Cluster Necklace, 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This one of a kind, priceless diamond cluster necklace featuring round, pear and marquise diamonds will shine brightest in any setting. Metal: 18k Gold Diamond Cut: Round, Pear, & ...
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2010s American Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Apatite Green Agate 9 Karat Rose Gold Necklace Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful necklace with light blue apatite and green agate crafted in 9 karat rose gold. The necklace length is adjustable from 380 mm to 410 mm / from 14.960 to 16.141 inches, it is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Agate, Apatite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Choker Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
5.65 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds set in 14k white gold A perfect choker necklace that can be worn daily and casually or dressed up. Looks great layered with oth...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond

9ct 375 Yellow & White Gold Link Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct Yellow & White Gold link Necklace with a slide in a clip over clasp fastener Fully Hallmarked Italian Goldsmith 1980s era
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Choker Necklaces

Choker White Gold 18K Necklace Emerald Diamond For Her
Located in Montreux, CH
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Diamond 2.21 Cts/142 Pcs Emerald 2.28 Cts/3 Pcs
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

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White Gold

Gilt & Enamel Diamond Pattern Collar Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 5.5" x 6" - One size fits most - Gold plated - Brown, tan and olive green enamel - Hook clasp closure - By Anne Klein (signed on verso) - Circa 1980s - Estat...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Enamel

Alexis Kirk Sleek Brown & Gilt Enamel Choker Necklace Set c 1980
Located in University City, MO
Alexis Kirk Sleek Brown & gilt enamel choker necklace set c 1980 The mod gilt metal choker necklace is accented with lacquered brown enamel high...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

Fashion White Gold 18K Necklace Blue Sapphire Diamond for Her
Located in Montreux, CH
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Blue Sapphire 2.19 Cts/41 Pcs Diamond 0.57 Cts/42 Pcs
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

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White Gold

Capucelli '7.06ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs
Located in Great Neck, NY
Handmade in New York of polished 14k white gold, CAPUCELLI's Tennis necklace showcases a delicate box chain embellished with dozens of shimmering white diamonds. Beautiful Diamond T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k 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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