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29.00ct Multi Color Gemstone 2.00ct Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful 14k white gold necklace. The necklace is set with pear and marquise cut citrine, blue topaz, amethyst and peridot that weigh approximately 29.00ct. The colored st...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Bvlgari Bulgari 18k Gold Parentesi Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Bulgari Parentesi collar necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold, showcasing the iconic modular design the collection is known for. Measuring 14 inches in length and 1/2 ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nina Zhou Ocean Life Aquamarine, Topaz & Pink Sapphire Collar Necklace 18k Gold
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Crafted with light blue aquamarine and topaz, symbolizing the immense power and energy of the sea, and pink sapphire, representing lives and hope, each gemstone is uniquely shaped to...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vibrant Italian 18K Solid Gold Choker with Rainbow Gems and 7ct White Diamonds
Located in Great Neck, NY
A bold celebration of color, craftsmanship, and sheer luxury—this exceptional solid 18 karat yellow gold choker necklace is a statement piece of unmistakable elegance and Italian art...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Rube...

Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Ruby And Diamond Choker
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Ruby And Diamond Choker A choker necklace featuring four strands of graduated cultured pearls, measuring approximately 9.78 mm to 6.80 mm. Set with ruby b...
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1970s American Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Romantic 5.00 Carat Heart-Shaped Burma Ruby & Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Romantic 5.00 Carat Heart-Shaped Burma Ruby & Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold – GRS Certified A jewel of rare beauty and passion — this exquisite necklace features a stunning 5.0...
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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

Reversible 20K and 14K Yellow Gold and Enamel Diamond and Ruby Indian Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking reversible necklace of Indian origin, handcrafted in 20K and 14K yellow gold, dating to the 1960s. This piece features 63 rose-cut diamonds totaling approximately 12.00 ca...
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1960s Indian Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Cultured Pearl and Diamond Dangle Ornate Choker Style Necklace in 10K White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This ornate choker necklace makes a striking impression with its cascading design of white cultured pearls and diamonds. The elegant arrangement of teardrop-shaped freshwater pearls ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 10k 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...
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2010s Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Star Neck Choker Necklace Light Blue Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Star Neck Choker Necklace Light Blue Enamel White Diamond and Black Diamond This symbolic neck bangle by J Dauphin features two sculptural star spheres at the front opening, each c...
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2010s Indian Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Wide Omega Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
As stylish now as it was in the 1980’s, this wide omega link necklace offers sleek style and flair. It has clean, sophisticated lines and its half-round depth gives it subtle three-d...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD One of a Kind Fantasy Cut Ametrine in Sterling Silver Collar
Located in Raleigh, NC
Stunning Fantasy Cut Ametrine Collar Discover the beauty of our exquisite Fantasy Cut Ametrine, weighing approximately 27 carats, elegantly set in a handmade sterling silver collar. ...
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1980s Brazilian Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Quartz, Sterling Silver

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold "Gentiane" 5 Row Rice Link Choker Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This truly iconic Cartier five row Gentiane, colloquially referred to as " Rice Link", 18K yellow gold choker length necklace is a greatly admired Cartier design. No longer produced,...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Torque Choker Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 11.8 grams Length: 15.5 inches Designer: Cartier Vintage Cartier choker torque necklace. Can be worn alone, a...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Wave Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking statement necklace from the 1980s crafted in rich 18K yellow gold by Élan. This bold and sculptural design features a series of fluid, wave-like plaques that alternate bet...
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1980s Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Doppio Cuore Diamond Heart Yellow Gold Link Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Link Necklace by Bulgari. Rare and luxurious, this Bvlgari Doppio Cuore Heart Necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold with a bold, intricate link design...
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20th Century Italian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Citrine Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Natural Seed Pearl citrine choker necklace with 11 oval facet cut citrines Approximate Weight: 28.0 grams Approx...
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Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Panthère de Cartier necklace 19ct diamonds and emeralds with box and papers
Located in Bilbao, ES
Panthère de Cartier necklace, white gold (750/1000), emerald eyes, onyx spots and brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 19.05 carats. Please note that the carat weight, number of stones an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo gold tone ID plate chunky choker necklace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo gold tone ID plate chunky choker necklace Reference: TGAS/E00698 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Runway Material: Metal Color: Gold Patt...
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2010s Italian Choker Necklaces

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

2.60 ct Diamond & Pearl Vintage Choker Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Pearl Choker set with 3 Strands of Akoya Pearls measuring 8.15 to 8.35 mm and diamond clasp in 18 kt white gold. The pearls are beautifully matched. There are signs of wear. De d...
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1950s European Renaissance Revival Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Red Leather & Badges Choker Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO vintage red leather choker necklace featuring three badges : DIOR, CHRIS, C. DIOR. Adjustable length. Embossed C D on the buckle. Indicative measur...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces

Art Deco Spaulding & Co. Diamond Black Onyx and Platinum Butterfly Choker, C1925
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco butterfly choker, by Spaulding & Co, with a central butterfly, with open wings, flanked by two butterflies, with closed wings, on sliding fittings to adjust their position, set with eight-cut diamonds, with a round brilliant-cut diamond in the thorax of the centre butterfly and Edwardian-cut diamonds...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Harry Winston Vintage Ruby Diamond Necklace Suite, circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
A stunning testament to timeless elegance, this Harry Winston vintage platinum ruby and diamond suite from the 1980s showcases the pinnacle of c...
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

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...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ga...

Taxco Mexico Vintage Turquoise Inlaid Silver Necklace and Earrings Stamped Set
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous Mexican Sterling silver necklace and earrings set. The necklace consist of sterling tubes alternating with sterling balls draping in the front with gradated elongated triangular turquoise inlaid pendants from 1-2.25" in front. It has a hook closure. The matching sterling screw back earrings...
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1960s Mexican Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Satin Gilt Starfish Link Choker Necklace By Les Bernard, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible jewelry piece from the '80s - 15" total length, can be adjusted down using extender chain - 1.25" width - Matte gold plating - Hook clasp closure -...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Gold Tone Mesh & Glass Cabochon Choker Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold tone mesh choker necklace embellished with five glass cabochons. Adjustable hook clasp closure. Embossed YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche Made in Fran...
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Bochic “Capri” FreshWater White Pearl & Red Ruby Drop Necklace In Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” FreshWater White Pearl & Red Ruby Drop Necklace In Gold & Silver Set in 18K Gold & Silver Ruby - 8 Carats White Fresh Water Pearls The Bochic "Capri" Opal & Mult...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

18.27 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace 18 Karat Solid White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, this exquisite necklace is handset with 18.27 carats of sparkling diamonds. Diamond is a April birthstone and is believed to boost confidence and enhance cre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pearl Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Art Deco 11-11.80mm South Sea Pearl Strand held by Pearl with Diamond Clasp Necklace. Hand crafted 14K White Gold Clasp, Han...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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...
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1980s Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

English Aesthetic Sterling Silver Double Albert Watch Chain Choker Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Double Albert watch chain. In sterling silver. With shaped book chain and fancy openwork links. With a T-bar to the center and dog clips terminals. Wearable as a c...
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Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Italian 18K Yellow Gold Braided Choker Ideal for Hanging Pendants From by Herco
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This stylish choker length 18K yellow gold braided/round wheat link necklace by the Italian firm Herco, is a staple to have in any woman's jewelry collection. It can be worn alone or...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pear Shape Morganite Pendant Necklace
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular 18k Gold Pear Shaped Morganite Pendant Necklace, with its beautiful blush color and open bezel, is attached to a matte-finished paperclip chain necklace. Mor...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold

A Victorian C. 1870s Graduated 21.0ctw Blue Moonstone Fringe 15ct Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Rare c. 1870... A late Authentic Antique English Victorian 15ct Gold Slightly Graduated Moonstone Fringe Necklace Moondrops! The dominant st...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Moonstone, Gold, 15k Gold

Important Miriam Haskell Massive Pale Emerald Bead and Crystal Collar/Tiara
Located in New York, NY
Rare and important Miriam Haskell Massive Pale Emerald Bead and Crystal Collar set with pave rose montee and faux pearl beaded and embroidered leaves with...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Emerald Diamond Open Collar Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Italy
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 66.2 Grams Necklace Length: ~15.5" Necklace Width: ~14.7 mm wide Stamped: "18K" "750" "ITALY" Emerald Count...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Collar Necklace with Gucci-style Links
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 karat yellow gold 5mm rounded popcorn chain necklace featuring 3 Gucci style puff link stations with white gold. 18 inches long with large sp...
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Trifari Botanical Motif Leaf Necklace, 1960s
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1960s Trifari botanical motif leaf necklace in gold plate. This collar-style heritage necklace comprises an interlocking leaf and stem design featuring a combination of brus...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Vintage Chanel Beaded Multi Strand Gold Intaglio Statement Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Impressive and scarce vintage Chanel Haute Couture necklace - choker comprised out of three braided strands of iridescent bronze/purple f...
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1990s French Byzantine Choker Necklaces

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Gold

Triple Butterfly Collar in Brass
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Take Flight Design: Three hand carved butterflies float effortlessly from a sleek brass collar. Style Suggestion: Comfortably cool against your skin, this necklace pair...
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2010s North American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Brass

Marina J. Pearl Woven Choker with 18k Yellow Gold Plated Faceted Beads and clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl Woven necklace adorned by 18k Yellow Gold Plated - Silver Faceted beads. Four strands of Pearls, Graduating in size, are woven together into a column like design. The Pearl's G...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver

Cat'sEye 21 BallCut Moonstones Antique Victorian 14KGoldFill TubularLinkNecklace
Located in Chicago, IL
All featuring white cat's-eyes, the 21 gray 3mm ball-cut moonstones of this necklace are beaded symmetrically on this antique choker between stations of shiny 14-karat gold-filled tu...
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Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Choker Necklaces

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Moonstone, Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

English Early Victorian Almandine Swags Garnet 9 KT Gold Necklace Circa 1850s
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1850s English Victorian Almandine Swags Garnet Gold Necklace The most delicious berry red dream! The dominant style of the Georgian era and well carry-on into Victorian times b...
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1850s English Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Colombian Emerald and Diamond 18k Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Fine Gem Colombian Emerald and Diamond Necklace Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and weighing 37.3 grams, this exquisite necklace showcases 2.66 carats of natural Colombian green em...
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2010s American Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k 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...
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2010s Asian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Collar Necklace Gold Platinum Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Tiffany & Co. necklace is designed in a wide collar style, crafted of 18k yellow gold with platinum settings for the diamonds. The openwork gold lattice forms a geometric pattern that gradually widens toward the front and narrows toward the clasp. Each intersection of the lattice is accented with a round brilliant-cut diamond. The stones are arranged in a consistent rhythm, giving the design an orderly appearance despite its complexity. This Tiffany diamond necklace is a structured, statement-making piece with an architectural design and beautifully clean lines. Worn with an open neckline for a stunning evening look, it adds a sense of refined boldness that feels chic and unexpected. The vintage Tiffany collar necklace...
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1980s American Vintage Choker Necklaces

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

Necklace with pearls and rose cut diamonds 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver centerpiece set with pearls and rose diamonds - 40 cm long detailed description: the length of the necklace is 40 cm long by 2.1 mm ...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Necklace with rose cut diamonds up to 0.25ct - 4.1 grams - 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold necklace with gold and silver centerpiece set with rose cut diamond up to 0.25ct - 45 cm long detailed description: necklace is 45 cm long, and 0.9 mm wide dimension...
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian necklace with rose cut diamonds up to 4.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold necklace with a centerpiece of gold and silver set with rose diamonds. 4.50ct – G/H – SI – 42 cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 42 cm long by 2.6 ...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Robert Lee Morris Brass Crop Circle Collar
Located in New York, NY
Crop circle designs have always fascinated RLM, and this wide impressive collar is a major statement necklace. Forged brass sheet is formed into a collar ...
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Brass

THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Jewelled Claw Centrepiece Collar Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage gold tone snake chains collar necklace featuring a claw design centrepiece embellished with blue shade crystals. Adjustable hook clasp closure. Embossed THIE...
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Gold Chain Rhinestone Necklace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 70s collectible Gold Chain Rhinestone Necklace. Gold Plated with polish finish, signature interlocking CC logo, spring ring fastening. Size CC pendant 1.25” x 1.75”. Clear rhi...
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

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 ...
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2010s Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

An exceptional enamel and leather 'fish' necklace, Loutzia, France, 1950s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An enamel on copper, and leather necklace with a charming 'fish' motif designed by French jewellery designers, Loutzia. Each 'fish' is hand made with hot enamel on a copper base, and...
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1950s French Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Copper, Enamel

French Vintage Black Resin Gold Tone Choker Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
French vintage black resin choker necklace embellished with gold tone foliage. Magnetic clasp. Pivoting system to easily position the collar around the neck. Unsigned. Indicative ...
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Chanel pearl necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Choker necklace composed of several red glass pearl rows. Jewelry from the mid-1980s. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: from 35 cm to 41 ...
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1980s French Vintage 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.

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