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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Pearl
Gemstone: Cultured Pearl
Graduated Black South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
South Sea cultured pearls are impressively large in size and come in a dazzling array of natural colors. Because of varieties in color, shape and size, it can take years to assemble ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Cartier Calin Diamond Tahitian and South Sea Platinum Pearl Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum Diamond Tahitian And South Sea Pearl Calin Necklace by Cartier. With Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. 5.30ct The Tahitian and South Se...
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Mikimoto Diamond Akoya Cultured Pearl Platinum Pendant White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum Diamond Akoya Cultured Pearl Pendant and White Gold Chain Necklace by Mikimoto. With Round brilliant cut diamonds 1 X 8.6mm Akoya Cultured Pearl. Details: Length: 16" Weig...
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20th Century Japanese Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Kramer Rhinestone, Faux Pearl & Resin Collar Necklace Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautiful signed vintage Kramer mid century necklace made of many color rhinestones, faux pearl, and resin is a happy piece for the co...
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1950s American Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

18 Karat Rose and White Gold with Mother of Pearl, Onix, White Diamond Necklace
Located in GALLARATE, IT
Beautiful necklace in 18k Rose and White Gold, with Mother of Pearl in marquise cut (size stone: 21,37x11,63 h 4,70 mm, weight: g. 2), Onix in marquise cut (size stone: 21,37x11,63 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Onyx, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl Necklace with Champagne Colored Diamond Clasp
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
One Choker length strand of South Sea pearls, graduating from 12.6 mm up to 13.3mm, of white body color. Luster is Very Good, and the surface has light to moderate spotting. The necklace is nicely finished with a 18 K white Gold clasp with black Rhodium set with a total of approximately 3.0 ct of round Champagne colored diamonds...
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Pearl and Diamond Choker Necklace and Bracelet Set, Topaz Center
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Art Deco, 18 karat white gold, pearl, blue topaz and diamond collar necklace and bracelet set. The necklace has an estimated 7.00 carats total weight in diamonds, 20.00 + carat natur...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bespoke Three-Row Akoya Pearl Necklace with Diamond and Sapphire Clasp
Located in London, GB
Elegant and iridescent, this timeless Akoya pearl three strand necklace combines elegance with a glamour of yesteryear. The two outer pearl strands draw a pinkish hue to compliment t...
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2010s British Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Rhodochrosite Garnet Pearls Choker Necklace Druzy Pendant
Located in Colleyville, TX
Rachelle Necklace - An explosion of pink, woodrose and garnet reds is exhibited by this cacophony of texture and color in this elegant cluster choker necklace. Each of the hundred...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Garnet, Vermeil

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The pearl and diamond necklace consists of articulated white gold sections set with round diamonds regularly interleaved with sections of mother-of-pearl topped with crystal, lending...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Purplish Pearl Necklace with Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Greenwich, CT
A subtle but impactful strand layered on the neck is always a go-to. Either on its own or part of a pairing, these strands are sure to be a hit with both classic and trend-seekers. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Pearl and Sterling Silver Egyptian Goddess Necklace Estate
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful free-form Turquoise and Sterling Silver Necklace, inter-spaced with Pearls and Sterling Silver accents, centered by an Egyptian Goddess...
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1980s Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Handcraft Pearls Coral Turquoise 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 selle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Chanel Pearl Bead Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Chanel necklace featuring 18k yellow gold beads contrasting with pearls. The necklace has a length of 15" and the pearls measure 7mm. Inventory ID: 0000536
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Early 2000s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl Strand, 18 Karat Gold 3.74 Carat Diamond Ball Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This majestic 17 3/4" necklace is comprised of 27 perfectly matched round White South Sea cultured pearls ranging in sizes from 13mm to 16.6 mm. The 14 mm clasp is defined by 3.47 ca...
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Early 2000s Australian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fabulous and Modern Precious Pearl White Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace Yellow Gold 18 K (Matching Earrings Available) Pearl diameter 3,5-4,0 - 16-5,55ct Weight 2,4 grams Length 45 cm With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, ...
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2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Blue Topaz Diamond and Mother of Pearl Choker Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Choker necklace in 18K yellow gold with diamonds, mother-of-pearl and blue topaz. There are 156 round diamonds totaling 5.20 carats; G-H color and VS clarity. There are also six pe...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Pearl, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl Necklace on White Gold Ball Clasp
Located in San Francisco, CA
A beautiful example of lovely luster and evenness of color, this 16.5" in length South Sea Pearl Necklace is sure to turn heads. 31 fine pearls, well matched in shape and color, have recently been restrung and are linked by a beautiful white gold ball clasp...
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1980s Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Three-Strand Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Diamond triple strand cultured pearl necklace by Tiffany & Co. With 4 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G col...
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20th Century American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Marina B. Diamond Cabochon Ruby Sapphire Pearl Choker Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent set by Marina B that dates back to the 1980s, comprising a pearl choker necklace and matching earrings. The expandable necklace is se...
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1980s Italian Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Maharaja Rose Cut 23.11 Carat Diamond Pearl 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

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Tannler of Switzerland 18KT Gold, 8.50 Carat Diamond Hearts and Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Feel like a princess in this beautiful 18 karat white gold, diamond and pearl necklace created by Tannler of Switzerland. The necklace features 9 diamond hearts bead set with round b...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

G. Verdi 18KT Rose Gold, 8.82ct. Diamond & SouthSea Brown Pearl Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Made in Italy by the famed jeweler G.Verdi, Cellini presents this exquisite collar necklace. The choker features 19 brown south sea pearls ranging in sizes from 13mm to 10mm. The p...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Seed Pearl Diamond Platinum Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
Stunning choker composed of 12 strands seed pearls (circa 2,5 mm to 3 mm) well matched, of cream body color with faint rose overtones. They are of good quality and luster. The strand...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Jugendstil Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, Platinum, White Gold

Alex Jona South Sea and Tahitian Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold choker necklace (17 inch/43 cm) with two natural pearls, 11 mm diameter, one white South Sea and one grey from...
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2010s Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1950s Akoya Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
This pearl necklace is composed of a strand of Japanese cultured pearls which are held together by an 18K rose gold clasp. Diameter of the pearls: 6/6,5. Overall length: 70 cm. Tota...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Platinum and 22 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This sophisticated necklace features a large pearl and accent diamonds set into platinum with 22k yellow gold accents. The pearl measures 15x11mm. There are 5 round diamonds for a to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Fresh Cultured Pearl & Diamond 18k White Gold Ladies Cast & Assembled Necklace
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
One electronically tested 18KT white gold ladies cast & assembled freshwater cultured pearl and diamond necklace. Condition is good. Ladies 18KT White Gold Multi-Color Freshwater Cul...
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Akoya Cultured Pearl Signature X Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Classic Signature X Akoya Cultured Pearl Strand Necklace in 18 KT Yellow Gold. The pearls measure 9 - 9.5 MM with an even creamy luster. It is 18 inches long with "...
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1990s American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Opulent Sterling Marcasite Pink Fresh Water Pearl Choker and Earrings
Located in University City, MO
Opulent sterling marcasite pink fresh water pearl choker necklace and earrings. The elegant choker necklace is designed with fresh water b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Marcasite, Sterling Silver

French 1950s Japanese Cultured Pearls Chocker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace made of Japanese white cultured pearls falling. The clasp is hidden in an oval pearl at the end. It comes with a safety chain with 18 carat white gold spring ring. Length: 58 cm Diameter of the pearls: 6.5 / 7 mm. Total weight: about 33 g. Authentic retro necklace - French work of the 1950s. Necklace tied...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Striking Large Luscious White Gold and Bronze Faux Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Stunning Lustrous White, Gold and Bronze semi-round Faux Pearl Statement Necklace; Each Luscious Pearl measuring approx 18.5mm x 16mm; hand knotted with matching color silk thread; h...
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1990s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Gold Queen's Necklace or "Ranihaar"
Located in Nuevo Leon, MX
Important Old Gold Queen's Necklace or "Ranihaar" with a rigid choker with 7 diamond flowers between 2 emerald chords and Basra Pearls on top, multiple tria...
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Early 20th Century Indian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl

Beautiful Pink Faux Pearl Choker Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking lustrous 14mm Pink Faux Pearl Necklace; hand knotted with matching color silk thread; held by a CZ encrusted interlocking magnetic clasp. Measuring approx .18” long. Go anyw...
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2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Nacre Shell Star Fruit and Sterling Silver Choker Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking Carambola Cafe Nacre Star Fruit Necklace comprising of 9 shell/mother of pearl beads, each measuring approx. 55mm x 40mm; inter spaced with S/S bea...
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1980s Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Chanel Pearl Bead Gold Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Chanel necklace featuring 18k yellow gold beads contrasting with pearls. The necklace has a length of 15" and the pearls measure 7mm. Inventory ID: 0000536
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Early 2000s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Andrew Clunn Golden Tahitian Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Golden Tahitian Pearl Necklace by Andrew Clunn. With 31 total Golden Tahitian pearls from 13mm to 11mm. Details: Necklace ...
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1970s American Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Rhodium Silver Diamond Bow Raw Diamonds Keshi & Flameball Pearls
Located in Colleyville, TX
The Charmaine Necklace I composed of stunning frill sections of silky keshi pearls ranging in color from ivory to soft grey and 19 carats of rough grey diamonds, flanked by hand-coil...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Vintage Buccellati Diamond and Cultured Pearl Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Buccellati necklace composed of 18K yellow and white gold with diamonds and pearls. There are 11 carats of rose-cut and round brilliant-cut diamonds and 15 light gray cultured pearl...
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1980s Italian Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1940s European diamond and pearl choker
Located in London, GB
This 1940s European choker is a beautiful example of Art Deco jewellery. The choker has approximately 10 carats of diamonds with the centre stone weighing approximately 1.4 carats. T...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Rigid yellow gold choker with pearls
Located in BILBAO, ES
Choker necklaces with 5 rows of pearls and 3 rhombus-shaped decorations in yellow gold with drop-cut tallow sapphires 18k yellow gold 12 sapphires
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1990s Spanish Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

René Lalique Art Nouveau 18K Gold, Enamel and Seed Pearl "Collier de chien" Neck
Located in New York, NY
Dating from circa 1898, this rose branch plaque "collier de chien" necklace by René Lalique is composed of 18K gold, basse taille enamel, and seed pearls. The necklace centers a rect...
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

14k Gold and Pearls Set of Cuff Bracelet & Necklace
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a set of 14K yellow and white gold pearls cuff bracelet and choker necklace. Both of them depicts four rows of round pearls very well mounted in stretching wire like, so they...
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20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Yellow Gold 9 Carats Micro Pearls Rubies 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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1960s Italian Belle Époque Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J woven pearl choker with multi color semi precious beads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous One of A Kind Choker made by Marina J . This elegant Choker is made of multi sized Pearls intricately woven together into a tight Lace like design. The Pearls are woven with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Pearls, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver 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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Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Hakimoto 17x14 mm Rare 18K Diamond Clasp White Baroque South Sea Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Strand Necklace This majestic 20" necklace is comprised of 25 matched White South Sea cultured Baroue pearls The 18.5x12 mm clasp is with di...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

20.00 Carat Cabochon Sapphire and Pearls Chocker Necklace with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with a 20.00 carat Cabochon Sapphire, pearls, and round brilliant and baguette cut diamonds weighing approximately a total of 19.00 carats. 13 ...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Hakimoto 13x10 mm Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace 18K White Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Tahitian South Sea Pearl Strand Necklace 18K White Gold Weight (g): 77.3 Cultured Tahitian South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto 15x12 mm Natural Multi Color Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Strand Necklace 18K White Gold Weight (g): 81.3 Cultured Golden South Sea and Fresh Water Baroque Pearl Pearl Size: 12X15mm Pearl Shape: Baroque Bo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Hakimoto 12x9 mm Tahitian Pastel Natural Color Pearl Necklace 18k Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Tahitian Pastel Fancy Color Strand Necklace 18K Yellow Gold And Diamonds Clasp Weight (g): 69.7 Cultured Tahitian South Se...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto Rare Fancy Multi Color 13.8x11 mm Tahitian Pearl with 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Rare Fancy Multi Color Tahitian South Sea Pearl 18K White Gold with Diamonds Clasp 11x13.8mm 20" and 96.1 Grams
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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

Hakimoto 14x15mm Golden South Sea & Tahitian Baroque Pearl 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $25,000 Golden South Sea & Tahitian Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Diamond Clasp 105.5 Grams 16.5" long 23 Pearls 14x15mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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

Hakimoto 14.2x12 mm 29 Black Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace with 18K Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $30,000 29 Black 12x14.2mm Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace with 18K Diamond Clasp 16.5" Choker 84.8 Grams Fine quality...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Hakimoto 13x11 mm Fancy Multicolor White, Golden South Sea & Pink pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $28,000 33 Fancy Multicolor 11.3x13.2mm White & Golden South Sea & Pink Freshwater Neck...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Hakimoto 14.5x12 mm Tahitian & Golden South Sea Pearl 18K Diamond Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $36,000 31 Black Tahitian and Golden South Sea 12x14.5mm Pearl 18K Diamond Clasp Necklace 17.5" Long 104.4 grams Slightl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Pearl and Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A four-row cultured pearl necklace with a 14 carat gold clasp that is made out of an antique silver and rose cut element, set with one oval rose-cut diamond (app. 9.7x 6.5 mm) and 36...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Signed Hobé Designer Art Glass and Faux Pearl Fringe Necklace and Clip Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Hobé Art Glass Teardrop cabochon Fringe style Necklace and Matching Clip on Earrings. Necklace features trios of orange with black veins Art Glass Teardrop cabochons alternating with trios of iridescent white opal teardrop...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Crystal, Silver Plate

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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