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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Pearl
Gemstone: Quartz
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

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

Set of Two Diamond Pearl 18 Karat Gold Necklaces
Located in New York, NY
Set of Two Diamond Pearl 18k Gold Necklaces. Necklaces consist of one with white pearls and one with black pearls. Total weight of the two necklaces is 209.68 grams
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20th Century Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k 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

Buccellati Pearl Pink Sapphire Peridot Necklace with Detachable Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Buccellati pearl, pink sapphire and peridot necklace, with detachable brooch. Total weight is 169.68 grams. weight of the Peridot approximately 15 ca...
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20th Century Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

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

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

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

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

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

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

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl

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

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

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

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

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

159.5 Carat Smoky Quartz Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold with Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Glamorous Gemstones - Sunita Nahata started off her career as a gemstone trader, and this particular collection reflects her love for multi-coloured semi-precious gemstones. This nec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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

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

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

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

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

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

Natural Amethyst Druzy Quartz Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
High Quality Hand Carved and Polished Natural Amethyst Druzy Quartz Necklace inter-spaced with Sterling Silver Beads. Approx. length: 17” Dynamic and Timeless!
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1990s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Stunning Iconic Black Obsidian and Crystal Sterling Silver Iconic Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous large round graduated Black Obsidian and Crystal Necklace, held by a textured round clasp comprising this mesmerizing necklace. Approx. necklace length 20″; approx. stone di...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Sterling Silver

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

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

Natural Gem Amethyst Quartz Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Outstanding Handmade Genuine Natural Gem Amethyst Quartz Necklace inter-spaced with Sterling Silver Rondelle Beads; held by a Square Silver Clasp. The rectangular Gem Amethyst Quartz...
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Early 2000s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver

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

Materials

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

Materials

Pearl, 14k 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

AJD 17 Inch Creamy White 9 MM Pearl Necklace Perfect Gift
Located in Raleigh, NC
Perfect gift for Valentine's Day. This elegant 17-inch white pearl necklace is just as perfect a gift today as it was 100 years ago and will be 100 years from now. This gorgeous ne...
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2010s American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Fei Liu Prasiolite, Diamond and Topaz 18 Karat Choker Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
An original creation by jewellery designer Fei Liu, this necklace offers versatility, doubling as both a choker and a pendant. The focal point is a prasiolite with exceptional transl...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 18k 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

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

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage silver and smoke quartz neckring by Torun Bülow-Hübe, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning silver neckring by Torun Bülow-Hübe, with an amazing smoke quartz pendant. Wide neckring, the stone suspended like a large drop, lends indisputable elegance to its wearer.
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, 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

Pearl & Gemstone Necklace 18KT Yellow Gold Fire Opals Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare pearl necklace featuring freshwater pearls, natural topaz and fire opal made in 18KT yellow gold. GRAM WEIGHT: 55gr GOLD: 18KT yellow gold P...
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17th Century Artist Antique Choker Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Opal, Pearl, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

Materials

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

Materials

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

Materials

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

Materials

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

Materials

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

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

Materials

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

Materials

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

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

Orbit Two Tone Single Spiral Necklace in Sterling & 14ky with Tahitian Pearl
Located in Carlisle, MA
Looking for the luxury of a beautiful necklace, and luster of pearls and fine metals? Maybe you are looking for a necklace that is a little special but simple? For more everyday? The Orbit Two-Tone necklace might be your necklace!!! The spirals are made in sterling and 14k with an 8.5mm black Tahitian pearl and two 8 mm peacock cultured pearls. The necklace is fabricated in my studio - and the finish work is done by me. The necklace is a 1.0mm omega collar...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Black South Sea Tahitian Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic black South Sea Tahitian pearl necklace with a diamond clasp. The necklace is made up of 27 pearls graduating in size from 15mm- 16.1 mm. There is a beautiful diamond clasp...
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2010s Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

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

Stylish Neklace White Gold White Diamonds Blue Japanese Akoya Pearls Nano Mosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

La Nouvelle Bague Necklace in Japanese Pearls 18 Karat Gold and Pink Tormaline
Located in Milano, Lombardia
La nouvelle baugue necklace in Japanese pearls 18 kt gold and silver, red enameled whit pink tormaline Matching bracelet available
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1990s Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Silver Garnet and Pearl chocker necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
An Antique early 1900s Pearl chocker necklace on a beautiful Sterling Silver, Garnet and split Seed Pearl clasp. Total length including clasp 15 Inch. ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Choker Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mario Buccellati Pearl Diamond 18 karat Gold Chocker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This impressive M. Buccellati diamond pearl necklace of exquisite design is of Italian provenance and a constituent part of a set together with a pair of matching earrings ( sold se...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White 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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