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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Period: Late 20th Century
Period: 18th Century
1980s Cartier Choker Necklace Trinity Stainless Steel 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier stainless steel & 18k yellow gold choker necklace (circa 1980s). The choker necklace measures 16 inches in length and is designed to sit at the nape of the neck. T...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rare Chanel Vintage Collection 26 Chunky Woven Chain Choker Necklace 66845
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 66845 Rare Chanel Vintage Collection 26 Chunky Woven Chain Choker Necklace 24k gold plated As seen on Linda Evangelista in he...
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1990s Choker Necklaces

Vintage Ribbed Gold Tortoiseshell & Crystal Disc Choker 1970s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An incredible Vintage Gold Tortoiseshell Disc Choker. A superb design featuring a lustrous, fixed twisted gold choker. The choker adorned with four lines of rich brown tortoiseshell ...
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1970s Vintage Choker Necklaces

Tiffany & Company Angela Cummings Vintage Yellow Gold Petals Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1979 Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Company Iconic "Petals" Necklace, this all hand made piece consisting of 15 Petal / Leaf sections with a hand hammered finish and each measur...
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1970s American Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1995 Vintage Chanel Choker Necklace Double Strand 12mm Faux Pearls Gripoix Clasp
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Chanel double-strand choker necklace finished with a crystal and blue stone textured Gripoix clasp (circa 1995). The necklace features 12mm faux pearls of irregular shape w...
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1990s French Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal

Estate Multi-Color Yellow Gold Sapphire, Rubies, Emerald Cabochons Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Admire the exquisite brilliance of the Multi-Color Yellow Gold Estate Necklace, featuring 8 Sapphires, 7 Rubies, 7 Emerald Cabochons, and 22 Diamonds totaling approximately 1.75 cara...
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1980s Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Mexican Abalone Inlaid Silver Necklace and Pierced Earrings Set
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very pretty necklace and earring set with inlaid abalone in white enamel. There are 6 white enamel abalone inlaid crescents and 3 tear drops comprising the front bib of the neckla...
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1970s Mexican Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Christian Dior by John Galliano black beaded Masai choker necklace, ss 1999
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Christian Dior Choker Necklace ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1999 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Made in France ▪ Black faceted beads ▪ Black metal hardware ▪ 18 strands around the neck ▪ 2 additional strands hang lower and features a large teardrop bead encased in metal ▪ Extra-long bead strand...
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

Vintage Vendome Gold Tone Basket Weave Choker Necklace, circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Vendome Gold Tone Basket Weave Choker Necklace, circa 1980s. A great little light choker that will look great in winter or summer. Just add it to your white shirt look and y...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Wire Choker Necklace with Cross Pendant 14k Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Materials: 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 14 grams Measurement: Pendant - 1 3/4" x 1 1/16" Chocker - 12 1/2" Hallmarks: 14K A two-pieces jewelry set which consists of the 14k gold wire choker necklace...
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1980s Vintage Choker Necklaces

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14k Gold

AIG Panther Parure Diamonds 5.79 Ct Marquise Rubies 2 Ct 18Kt Gold Set 3 Pieces
Located in Bergamo, BG
Resplendent symbol of power and prestige, this panther-shaped parure in 18kt yellow gold is a triumph of jewelry craftsmanship. The panther heads, with "Purplish Red" ruby eyes and b...
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Late 20th Century Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Chanel Red Beads Necklace in Gilded Metal
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Gilded metal choker composed of several strands of red facetted beads. 2cc9 Collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 34 cm to 39 cm (13.38" t...
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Jean Paul Gaultier 1990s Tribal Inspired Vintage Fringed Collar
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This dramatic, statement necklace was created by Jean Paul Gaultier in the 1990s. His work is increasingly sought after by collectors of important fashion. Condition Report: Excelle...
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Pink Sapphires
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Pink Sapphires 7 Fancy Diamonds 0.06 CT 2 Green Garnet 0.04 CT 202 Pink Sapphires 3.10 CT 18K Rose Gol...
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1980s Asian Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Tiffany and Co. 18KY Gold Vannerie Vintage Basket Weave Choker Necklace 17" Long
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Vintage choker necklace from the Vannerie collection finely crafted in 18 Karat yellow gold in a basket weave design with a large folding snap and hook closure mechanis...
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1990s American Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold

1980s Herringbone 18K Gold Plated Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Classic herringbone style choker necklace circa 1980s! Giant omega 18K gold plated choker in a gorgeous yellow gold shade. This is such an elegant way ...
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1980s Vintage Choker Necklaces

Antique French Diamond Flower Choker Necklace Silver Old Cut Rose Diamonds
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This rare French 18th century silver and rose diamond choker was handcrafted in 1770 ca and comes from Provence or neighbouring departements. This lovely piece of jewellery is design...
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1760s Antique Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Silver

3 Ceramics Torque Necklace by Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT Haute Couture by ROBERT GOOSSENS Stiff torque necklace in hammered gilt metal decorated with polychrome ceramic cabochons - unsigned I Interior width 9 cm 12x14cm...
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1980s French Artist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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22k Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal

Biche de Bere Hammered Breast Plate Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Biche de Bere hammered silver-tone armor necklace featuring graphic etchings & toggle closure. Biche de Bere Measurements: Circumf...
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1990s French Modernist Choker Necklaces

Hermes Woven 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Collar French Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage Hermes 18k yellow gold collar. Crafted with meticulous artistry in France, this luxurious necklace exudes the essence of sophistication and refinement. The collar showcases a stunning woven pattern, a testament to the expert craftsmanship and attention to detail that defines Hermes...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Crescent Gold-Tone Collar Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL metal gold-tone crescent collar necklace with bead detail and etching. Stamped YSL. Yves Saint Laurent One...
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1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

1980's YVES SAINT LAURENT 'beaded' gilt collar necklace with hinges
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Shiny, gilt, 'beaded' collar necklace with hinges from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the late 1980's. Fits a small to medium sized neck. Measures ap...
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Late 20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Whole Crystals Button Snake Omega Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Good condition. Some of colour loss and light scratches. 100% genuine. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. It is over 40 years old. This is a very stylish and rare piece of jewellery. Length:...
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1980s German Edwardian Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

1970 21kt Gold enamel swag necklace India
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Exquisite details on this handmade 21kt solid gold swag /bib necklace from India . Necklace is done by highly skilled & talented Indian goldsmiths ...
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1970s Indian Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co Platinum and Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in Holmdel, NJ
Tiffany & Co Platinum and Diamond Riviera Necklace This necklace has a round diamond center weighing 2.26 CTs., 2 round diamonds flanking center weighing a total of 2.92 CTs., 86 r...
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1990s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Carlo Weingrill - 1970s bi-color gold tubogas necklace.
Located in Malmö, SE
A 18 karat bi-color gold tubogas necklace By Master Carlo Weingrill circa 1970 Of graduating gaspipe-link design, in 18 Karat gold, signed Weingrill, with maker's mark for Weingrill, length 39cm The Tubogas is a flexible metal pipe patented in 1881. In the 1940s, it was discovered by jewelers, who gave it a glittering future. Tubogas changed names almost as often as a snake changes its skin: "skeleton key", "spirotube", "gas pipe", "Serpenti". But it was the Second World War that sealed its destiny. The Tubogas was originally a corrugated tube made of articulated bands used to transport pressurized gas Being one of the most characteristic and successful designs, the gold Tubogas: a flexible band of sleek and polished contours produced without soldering, a powerful representation of skill. Its construction, which requires hours of skilled craftsmanship, consists of wrapping two long strips with raised edges around a core – either of copper or wood. The edges then interlock onto another, requiring no soldering. The core is then removed, either by simply drawing it out or dissolving it in acid. The flexibility of such a gold band is truly remarkable and has been employed to great effect in the production of necklaces by single or multiple bands of Tubogas. Carlo Weingrill, undisputed maestro of golden craftsmanship, Carlo Weingrill was founded in 1879, and the number 1 piece produced, was exactly this Tubogas. In the 20's Van Cleef & Arpel made this piece even more popular, and in the late 1960's it was even further relaunched by Bvlgari, for which Carlo Weingrill has produced a large quantity of pieces. Four generations of Italian gold artisans have built a House that exemplifies fine craftsmanship, exquisite detail, and timeless design. Carlo Weingrill was born in Verona, Italy, in 1856. At the age of eleven, he began his apprenticeship in a goldsmith’s shop. Upon completing his training at the age of 22, he made the decision to open his own workshop in 1879 in Verona. Every piece was handmade using traditional artisan techniques and designed to be worn and enjoyed regularly, sing the highest quality materials coupled with exceptional craftsmanship. The business flourished, and Carlo brought his two sons, Armando and Gastone, into the business. They took over upon Carlo’s death in 1924, and grew the small artisan concern into a major player in the industry, gaining worldwide prestige for their exquisite workmanship. Upon Armando’s death in 1959, Gastone continued to carry on as head of the business. Armando’s daughter, Paola Weingrill, was the next in line to take on the business. From the time she was a toddler, Paola was fascinated with the goldsmiths and their work. When her Uncle Gastone passed away in 1977, it was Paola who took over as chief executive officer. Paola groomed her son, Carlofilippo Mensi Weingrill, to assume the reins of the company upon her retirement. Carlofilippo is now head of the firm, representing the fourth generation to head this illustrious House. From the beginning, the company employed goldsmiths who handcrafted their jewelry, eschewing the use of machines. Workers sat at a table molding, shining and polishing the gold to a stunning finish. In Italy, a craftsman could become a goldsmith after apprenticing for two years, At Weingrill, apprenticeships lasted seven years. Gold has always been the mainstay of the company, using diamonds and gemstones sparingly. The distinctive warm yellow tone of the Italian gold has become synonymous with the house. Weingrill’s goal has been to preserve their tradition of fine craftsmanship and produce wearable works of art using the finest materials, creating timeless pieces that endure for generations In time the quality of Weingrill jewels would attract the attention of some of the biggest names in 20th century fine jewelry...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Byzantine Braid Crystals Tennis Openwork Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Rare to find. 1980s pre-owned crystal-embellished chain necklace. Adorned with dazzling round-cut Swarovski crystal embellishments, this necklace...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Givenchy Vintage 1980s Chunky Watch Link Interlock Collar Choker Silver Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. Signed at the back. Rare to find. Size: 48 * 3 cm. Weight: 113 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful pa...
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1980s French Regency Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Italian Sterling Silver Cleopatra Chocker
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Elegant every day graduated solid brushed silver necklace marked 925 Italy. About 23 grams and 1/5 inch wide.
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1990s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Vendome Gold Tone Wide Choker Necklace, circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Vendome Gold Tone Wide Choker Necklace Circa 1980s. Has 6 rows of studs just like the same motif that the designer Valentino is now using f...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Jack Boyd Brutalist Bronze & Carnelian Necklace 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Jack Boyd bronze necklace with round carnelian gemstones fastened with bronze pins and balls. Circa, 1970's. Jack Boyd One Size Me...
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1970s American Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Carnelian, Bronze

Vintage Kenneth Jay Lane Grande Ice Collar Necklace 1990s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A spectacular Vintage KJL Ice Collar Necklace. A wonderful 360 design ensures sparkle from every angle. The broad collar set with opaque white emerald cut stones surrounded by chaton...
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1990s Choker Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent Ysl Tri-Tone Metal Spike Necklace 1980S
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL tri-tone spike necklace that features pewter, yellow gold, and silver-tone metals, adjustable link chain, ...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gold Spike Necklace 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL gold-tone spike necklace that features an adjustable link chain, and hook closure....
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

Guy Laroche Gilt Metal Tribal Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Guy Laroche Paris designed this refined tribal choker necklace in the 1990s. The dangling design features South American-inspired charms design, possibly Pre-Colombian with carved an...
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1990s French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Lanvin, Important vintage NECKLACE, golden alloy rhinestones
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Sublime important vintage NECKLACE, in gold metal and glass rhinestones, by French haute couture designer LANVIN, signed Lanvin Germany, total length (with clasp chain) 47 cm, weight 172 g, good condition. FR: Sublimissime important COLLIER vintage...
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1980s German Artist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Vintage 3.60 Carat Baguette Diamonds 2-Tone Double Row Omega Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 3.60 Carat Baguette Diamonds 2-Tone Double Row Omega Choker Necklace. Very luxurious and elegant choker necklace by Italian designer. The baguette diamonds are very high qual...
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1970s Italian Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Lea Stein Studded Red Bakelite Choker
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Rock the choker trend with our amazing 1970s studded red bakelite choker from none other than jewelry designer Lea Stein! Thin choker made from red bak...
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1970s French Vintage Choker Necklaces

Vintage Vendome Gold Tone Narrow Choker, circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Vendome Gold Tone Narrow Choker Circa 1980s. 12.5"- 15" L. .5" W. The pattern is like a loop over pattern. It is .25" thick. This is the kind ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Claude Montana for Claire Deve Massive Futuristic Gilt and Blue Resin Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Claude Montana Paris designed this spectacular around-the-neck necklace for Claire Deve in the 1980s. The massive torque shape features a brutalist futuristic design built with gilde...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Castellani 18kt Gold Amphora Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Amphora is one of the most widely used motifs in Ancient Archeological Jewellery through the Victorian period. The Amphora was a container-vessel-vase-jug-pot that was used to st...
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1990s British Etruscan Revival Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold

Vintage Christian Dior Cabochon Jewelled Necklace & Earrings 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A glorious vintage Dior Jewelled Necklace and Earrings dating to the 1980s. The cabochon stones in round, oval and teardrop cuts crafted to mimic sapphir...
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1980s Vintage Choker Necklaces

4.50 CTW Round Brilliant & Princess Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Glamorous diamond necklace fashioned in 18 karat white gold. The necklace features round brilliant and princess cut diamonds weighing approximately 4.50 carat total weight. The diamo...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ilias Lalaounis Necklace
Located in PARIS, FR
ILIAS LALAOUNIS 22Kt yellow gold hand hammered necklace modeled as two stylized snakes with their head overlapping, stamped "A.21, K22", with ma...
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

Vintage Jean Louis Scherrer Two Ball Choker Necklace Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Jean Louis Scherrer Two Ball Choker Necklace Circa 1980s. Rigid Choker with two round balls and an opening make up this chic Necklace The balls are gold with a a byzantine d...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Silver & Gold Choker Necklace Vintage, Italian
Located in Southbury, CT
This bold solid sterling silver and 18K yellow gold double-twist choker necklace was created by hand in Italy circa 1990s. Composed of two 5.5mm thick 16" lengths of twisted sterlin...
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1990s Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Cartier Tectonique Diamond Tennis White Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Tectonique Tennis Necklace by Cartier. With 85 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VVS1clarity, E color total weight approximately 13.6ct Details: Length: 17" Width...
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Robert Lee Morris Wabi Sabi Verdigris Dart Necklace, 1982
Located in New York, NY
The epitome of the iconic style and the aged Wabi Sabi look of Robert Lee Morris, this dart necklace was created in the early stages of Morris' career, 1982. Morris had already won t...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Brass, Other

Alexis LAHELLEC Paris, Beautiful vintage NECKLACE, High Fashion France
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful vintage NECKLACE, signed Alexis LAHELLEC, High Fashion jewelry Paris France, length 43 cm, width 2.5 cm, weight 75 g, golden metal, rhinestones, very good state. FR: Magnifique COLLIER vintage...
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1980s French Artist Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Thick Rope Sterling Necklace
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage sterling chocker marked 95. Elegant thick rope like necklace about 17" long 0.75 thick about 175 grams.
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1970s Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

1980s Chunky Pearl Choker With Ruby Glass Maltese Cross Pendant By Givenchy
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - 14.5" length with additional 3" extender chain - 3.75" x 2.25" Maltese cross style pendant - Gold plated hardwa...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

1980's YVES SAINT LAURENT 'woven' silver toned collar necklace with hinge
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Silver-toned, 'woven' collar necklace with hinge from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the late 1980's. Fits a small to medium sized neck. Measures approximately 13" (35.5 cm) along alon...
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Late 20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Faux Gray Pearl Choker Necklace With Rhinestone Closure
Located in Atlanta, GA
Faux fabulous! A classy string of large faux gray pearls with a crystal rhinestone encrusted closure. The pearls have a beautiful luster with just a...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Baroque Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage Silver Neck Ring by Alton Made Year 1973
Located in Stockholm, SE
This fixed sterling silver neck ring has a beautiful patterned surface. When holding it you can feel the quality and genuine handcraft. The neck ring is simple but yet elegant and i...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver

LALAOUNIS 22 Carat Gold Torque Of Graduated Rounded Rib Design. Circa 1970's
Located in London, GB
A high carat gold torque of graduated rounded rib design inspired from the Mycenaean period. 20-22 carat gold choker necklace. 34 cm internal circumference. Weight: 102.2grams. Circa...
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1970s Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold

Cartier Vintage 18 Karat White Yellow and Rose Gold Panthère Collar Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Cartier Panthère collar necklace in tri-colored 18 karat gold. This beautiful vintage 1990’s structured necklace is formed as an open collar featuring alternating yellow, white a...
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1990s French Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Omega Collar Shining Crystals Square Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Without damage or noteworthy wear. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. 100% Genuine. This pieces dates to the 1980s and features a broad timeless omega style collar s...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

1994 Tiffany & Co Heart Key Necklace Vintage Sterling Silver 18k Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co heart key lock necklace, crafted in sterling silver & 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1994). The neck...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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