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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Style: Contemporary
Style: Artist
Diamond Virgin Mary Medal Necklace Choker Black Pearl Bead Chain J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 pcs of Raw Diamond Virgin Mary Medal in Bronze 16" Choker Chain Black Pearl Black Onyx Necklace J Dauphin This necklace features a medal of the Virgin Del Carmen adorned with thre...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Black Pearl, Bronze

Diamond Gold Chain Choker Necklace J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Gold Chain Choker Necklace J Dauphin 16" can be worn as 18 " long as well J DAUPHIN Necklace Hand made in Los Angeles Made to order 1 wee...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Butterfly Sterling Silver Choker, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Butterfly” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

18kt Yellow Gold & Diamond .56ct Horse Head Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold choker necklace. The center of the necklace is set with 2 blackened gold horse heads facing each other. Their manes are set round brilliant diamonds as well a...
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1980s French Contemporary Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lalaounis 18 Karat Gold Sodalite Choker Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Ilias Lalaounis 18 Karat Gold Sodalite Collar/Choker Necklace. This unique 8mm wide hinged choker features a single 10mm sodalite blue bead set in one of...
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Late 20th Century Greek Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

7.15 Carat Pear and Rounds Enamel Choker
Located in Dubai, AE
Graduating pear shape diamonds from 0.25 carats to 0.10 carats, in combination with 0.05 carat round diamonds. Navy Blue enamel is used to highlight the pear shapes. This choker is m...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Opal Bead Necklace Medal Silver Aquamarine Choker J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Bead Necklace Medal Silver Aquamarine Choker J Dauphin 18" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Egyptian Opal beads are roun...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Syd + Pia The Rebellion Collection-Selene Orbital 14k Gold Plate Brass Necklace
Located in Jackson Heights, NY
Made from recycled 14k gold-plated brass, the Selene necklace from The Rebellion Collection has individual casted orbital links that lay flat against your clavicle bone. Its short...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artist Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass

0.63 Carats Pavé Diamonds Couture Sculptural Contemporary Tube Platinum Necklace
Located in Bozeman, MT
"Theron" couture platinum necklace by Ashley Childs from her "Synergy" Collection. Platinum tube necklace stuns with details of natural white, graduated, pavé diamonds along front and sides. Necklace length is approximately 16”. The necklace showcases a long, solid, platinum sculptural tube pendant with 0.63cts of white diamond pavé detail along front and edges of piece. Platinum form weighs approximately 28.5 grams of pure plantium. Pendant rests and glides on an 18K white gold omega chain...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

21st Century 9 Karat Rose Gold Diamond and Tsavorite Open-Shank Collar Necklace
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
Celebrate spring with this understated and elegant asymmetric 9-karat rose gold and .925 silver open shank collar, which is as intriguing off as it is on. The collar contains 2.5 c...
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16th Century Italian Contemporary Antique Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Hakimoto 14x12 mm Tahitian Grey Necklace 18K Diamond White Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Tahitian Gray South Sea Pearl Necklace 37 Pearls 14x12 mm 18K White Gold With 0.12 Carts Diamond Clasp 21.5" and 115....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Amber 9 Karat Rose Gold Necklace Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful necklace with genuine yellow honey amber and 9 karat rose gold rolo chain. The necklace length is adjustable from 410 mm to 445 mm / from 16.1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Amber, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Carved Wood and 18-Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Exquisite choker necklace. Two rows of top Japanese white pearls ( 7-7.5mm) with, in their midst a carved wood and 18 Karat solid gold element. A modern pattern runs across wood and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kamyen, 5.96 Carat Marquise and Rounds Enamel Choker
Located in Dubai, AE
5.96 Carat Marquise and Rounds Enamel Choker, Graduating marquise shape diamonds from 0.20 carats to 0.10 carats, in combination with 0.05 carat rou...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Sterling Silver, Choker, Flowers, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Flowers” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a matter of fact, our aim is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Hakimoto 16x15mm Tahitian Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 16x15mm Natural Color Tahitian Pearl Necklace Retail $120,000 18K White Gold Featuring 3.25 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Weight (g): 145.43 Length 17" Su...
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Early 2000s Polynesian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold

"Girder" Pendant in 18 Karat Gold & Brown Diamonds on Choker-Length Omega Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This necklace by Eytan Brandes features a modern, architectural pendant in polished 18 karat yellow gold. Four earth-mined and untreated light brown, full-cut diamonds are set at th...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alan Friedman Platinum Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in Troy, MI
From Alan Friedman, jewelers to the stars & king of fancy colored diamonds, this fantastic necklace is a knock out! The rare fancy intense yellow diamond is further accentuated by fi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

IGI Certified 14K Yellow Gold 14 3/4 Carat Round Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous riviera statement necklace is created in the finest 14k yellow gold. Boasting a glamorous appearance, this beautiful piece is embellished with varying sized pave set ro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

JR 18 Karat White Gold Dangling Diamond Briolette Black Onyx Choker Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 18 karat White Gold Dangling Diamond Briolette Black Onyx Choker Necklace Minimalist, elegant and yet speaking a volume, this gorgeous piece of necklace is an absolute eye-catche...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Freshwater Button Pearl and Pavé Diamond Sterling Silver Beaded Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
Button or roundel shaped Freshwater Pearl knotted strand with oxidized sterling silver pavé Diamonds center bead and clasp. Necklace is 18 inches in length and Pearl beads are approx...
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2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antonio Pineda Sterling Silver and Amethyst Necklace
Located in Big Bend, WI
Antonio Pineda Sterling Silver and Amethyst Necklace. Each of cylindrical links of amethyst alternating with ribbed silver segments. Matching ...
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20th Century Mexican Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Hakimoto 16.7x15 mm Tahitian Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 15-16.7mm Black Round Tahitian Cultured Pearls 18K High Polish White Gold Featuring 12 mm full ball Round Near Colorless Brilliant Diamonds clasp Total Wei...
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Early 2000s Polynesian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Kamyen, 12.42 Trillion Cut Pinky Sapphire Choker
Located in Dubai, AE
Trillion shape 0.50 carat pink sapphires, in combination with 0.05 carat round diamonds. This choker is made in 18k white gold, and has a self adjustable ball chain mechanism.
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2010s Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Necklace and Pendant in 14 Kt Gold Devotion of "St. Rita Of Cascia"
Located in Roma, RM
Devotion to Saint Rita da Cascia Tiny industrious golden bees create this choker. Necklace measure 12,9" (33cm) The pendant is a rose and measures  3,5"(9cm...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Jose Hess 'Garden Lights' Round Diamond Station Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous diamond station necklace is the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Featuring a delicate snake chain and a dangling diamond motif, this lovely necklace goes with...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Eostre Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
The design of this Emerald necklace is very contemporary and focus on maximizing the occasions it can be worn. Emerald necklaces are generally either deviate towards the vintage sta...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

10K Yellow and White Gold 1.0 Carat Diamond "V" Shape Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Surprise her by presenting this beautiful neck piece. This elegant piece is crafted from alluring weaves of 14k white and yellow gold. Formed in an elegant V shape, the necklace is s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Collectible Chanel Gold Collar Necklace Circa 2008
Located in New York, NY
Collectible Chanel Gold Collar Necklace with Pieces of Wheat making up the Necklace. It is Made Purposely Uneven with one Side being Longer than the other. It is 14-16" L and 1.5"-2.75" at the Widest Part. This is a couture necklace that is so beautiful. Really has a look. Look on the model in the video. Just so special! Marked A 2008 Wheat is a Symbol for prosperity that Madame Coco Chanel used...
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Early 2000s French Artist Choker Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Oscar De La Renta Faux Pearls and Pink Crystals Runway Necklace and Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Stunning signed Oscar de la Renta Faux Pearl and Pink Crystal Necklace and matching Earrings with the Designer Signature; necklace measures approx. Approx. 20" long; Markings: signat...
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1990s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate

Designer Signed Ciléa Paris Pink Poppy Flower Necklace and Clip Earrings France
Located in Montreal, QC
Hand crafted Artisan Multi tone Pink Poppy Flower Necklace and matching Drop Clip on Earrings, assembled forming a Dynamic duo. Necklace measures...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Sterling Silver, Choker, Piastrine, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Piastrine” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a matter of fact, our aim i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Ambrosi 18K White Gold Black Diamond Flower Necklace with South Sea Pearl
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Unique 18K white gold black diamond and South Sea Pearl necklace by Ambrosi. The necklace consists of a red reptile skin collar measuring 19.6mm white and 16 inches long. The 18k w...
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Choker Necklaces

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

Designer Signed Dominique Denaive Paris Faux Gemstone Collar Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
OO La La… Show Stopper Simply Stunning! Vivid Multi Color Cabochon Faux Gemstone Statement Necklace Designer Signed Dominique Denaive Paris. Approx. 19" long x 2" wide. In Original B...
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

18 Karat Yellow Gold Ribbed Collar Necklace 85.6 Grams Made in Italy
Located in New York, NY
Very cool 18 karat yellow gold necklace featuring a graduated ribbed motif collar weighing 85.6 grams. Made In Italy Front of the necklace measures 1 3/16 Side of the necklace measu...
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20th Century Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This diamond collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection and are perfect for everyday wear. These pieces are part of our dainty and fine jewelry line known as TanisaJewelry - see more on Instagram @tanisajewelry. Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Handcraft Yellow Gold 14 Carats Rubies Emeralds Amethyst Citrin Garnet Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent necklace made entirely by hand by our expert craftsmen in 14 carat yellow gold, composed of gems of various types of cut. Citrines, amethysts, garnets while small emerald...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl choker necklace is composed of 27 large pearls originating from the waters of Northwestern Australia. The pearls are smoothly graduated from 17-12mm. They feature...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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

14K Yellow and White Gold 2.00 Carat Diamond 'V' Shape Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Surprise her by presenting this beautiful 2 ct tdw neck piece. It is crafted from alluring weaves of 14k white and yellow gold. Formed in an elegant V shape, the necklace is set with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

De Grisogono Black & White Diamond Necklace with Interchangeable Center Piece
Located in New York, NY
This stunning piece showcases black and white diamonds, with interchangeable center piece with green emeralds, ruby, or blue sapphire. Black Diamonds weigh 19.91 carats total. White ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Wh...

Faye Kim 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
A beautifully classic 18K white gold solitaire diamond necklace featuring a sparkling round brilliant cut diamond. Wear alone or layered, the look is timeless and fit for every day. ...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Medal Necklace Choker Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chunky Chain Choker Necklace Medal Rhinestone Gold Plated Pendant J Dauphin J DAUPHIN necklace "Stuck in Rome" Can be worn as 16" or longer Made in Los Angeles Custom Orders avai...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
A beautifully classic 18K gold solitaire diamond necklace featuring a sparkling round rose cut diamond. Wear alone or layered, the look is timeless and fit for every day. Cable ch...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Egyptian Opal Beaded Necklace Medal Aquamarine Choker J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Beaded Necklace Medal Aquamarine Choker J Dauphin 18" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads are round and...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Ambrosi Aquamarine and Pink Tourmaline Flower Necklace - 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate Ambrosi 18K white and yellow gold one of a kind aquamarine, pink tourmaline and diamond floral necklace. The hand crafted necklac...
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Emerald Aquamarine Snake Necklace Choker Chain Sterling Silver Animal J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Aquamarine Snake Necklace Sterling Silver Choker Chain Link Gold Filled 16" Animal Jewelry J Dauphin Historically, serpents and snakes represent fertility or a creative life...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Emerald, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver

Roses and Butterfly Sterling Silver Choker, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Roses and Butterfly” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Rainbow Necklace in Gold with Gemstones
Located in London, Richmond
A colourful version of a classical and timeless piece, both precious and playful. Single row tennis collar with multicolour natural stones and secure clasp. "Color is a power which d...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...

UnoAErre 18 Karat Yellow Solid Gold Fringe Necklace Choker
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage Italian 18 karat solid yellow gold graduated fringe necklace manufactured by Uno-A-Erre in the 1960s. The necklace consists of textured and twisted open ended rods suspende...
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1960s Italian Contemporary Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold

Sterling Silver, Choker, Coral, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Coral” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a matter of fact, our aim is to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

5.50 Carats Round Pave Diamond Link Collar Necklace 14 Karat Gold Contemporary
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Strikingly beautiful minimalist choker style necklace. It is stunningly simple in design, with curved lines and glittering pave diamonds, making the piece absolutely glow! This lovel...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Black and White Pearl and White Gold Necklace
Located in Aspen, CO
Pearl necklace possessing both fine white pearls and black pearls. These pearls range in size from 2.5 mm. to 3.0 mm. One can wear this lovely necklace slightly twisted or more so depending on the long and length one would like to achieve. Either way, this necklace is very feminine and versatile as the white gold clasp possessing matching white and black pearls...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Betony Vernon "Double Sphere Necklace" Necklace Sterling 925
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon designed the "Double Sphere Necklace" in 1996 and manufactured it in lost wax elements. The Sterling Silver 925 "Double Sphere Necklace" will make a statement whether it is worn on its own or in combination with BV "Double Sphere Massage Ring...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Diamond Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond Necklace in 18kt white gold with marquise cut and pear-shaped diamonds approx. 40 cts. Length: Approx. 35.00 centimeters ( 13.78 inches). Maximum Pendant length: 6.50 centim...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin 18" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads are rou...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

14K Yellow and White Gold 3.00 Carat Diamond "V" Shape Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Surprise her by presenting this beautiful and eye-catching 3 carat neck piece. It is crafted from alluring weaves of 14kt white and yellow gold. Formed in an elegant V shape, the nec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Black Onyx & Diamond Snake Scale Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sunita Nahata Fine Designs presents an exclusive and one of a kind black onyx & diamond snake scale collection. Inspired by snake scale patterns, these ite...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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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