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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Amethyst
Gemstone: Citrine
18k Rose Gold Fancy Diamond Citrine Bear Pendant Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Citrine Bear Pendant Necklace 1 Citrine 3.05 CT 96 Fancy Diamonds 1.13 CT 2 Rubies 0.04 CT 18 K Rose Gold 9.46 GM A glug of gorgeous sunshine, an attractor of luck, a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co Amethyst Yellow Gold Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Impressive and rare Tiffany & Co collar necklace in 18k yellow gold, with center 47ct amethyst (Stone measures approx. 23.3 x 19.6 x 14.7mm). Necklace will fit approximately 13-14" n...
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20th Century American Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Yellow Gold

Judith Ripka Silver/Purple Textured With Amethyst Necklace
Located in New York, NY
-Sterling silver and Diamonique simulated diamonds -Side hinge necklace -Necklace diameter: 6" -Chain 5.5mmx8.2mm -Amethyst Faceted  Mint, like-new condition. *Includes a gift box.
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Antique necklace with amethysts, pearls and enamel, late 19th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A necklace being examined in a gemological laboratory Origin: Sweden, around 1880. Necklace made of gold-plated silver, studded with amethysts, pearls and decorated with enamel. Th...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Renaissance Revival Antique Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Silver, Enamel

Custom Modern Design Amethyst Collar Necklace
Located in Solvang, CA
Estate custom modern design amethyst collar necklace. This striking collar necklace is of custom modern design is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold featuring a custom cut amethyst acce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paul Amey 9K Gold Amethyst, Freshwater Keshi Pearl Pendant
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
Elevate your style with the unparalleled beauty of Paul Amey’s Amethyst Pendant – a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that marries organic elegance with artisanal craftsmanship. Handcrafted ...
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2010s Australian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold

David Yurman Silver Gold Amethyst Chalcedony Renaissance Cable Chocker Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Classic David Yurman Renaissance Chocker Necklace made of a sterling silver twisted cable with 14k yellow gold stations. The sterling area cable is approximately 7mm thick and the ne...
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Chalcedony, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Custom 1980s Pat Areias Citrine & Handwrought Silver Tri-Strand Choker
Located in Maywood, NJ
Handcrafted in the early 1980s by multi-generational designer, Pat Areias out of her Carmel By The Sea based design studio. Using a jewelry saw, Areias utilizes handwrought .925 si...
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Silver

Scott Keating Sterling Silver Mesh + 18k Gold Choker + Citrine Bracelet Set
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This incredible sterling silver and 18k gold mesh choker and citrine bracelet set was crafted by Scott Keating Jewelry, out of Colorado, most likely in the early 2000s. Both pieces...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Byzantine Choker Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Rare LEO DE VROOMEN 18K Yellow AMETHYST, CHRYSOPRASE and ENAMEL SUITE , ca. 1984
Located in New York, NY
DE VROOMEN: HARMONY IN COLOUR AND FORM - Extraordinary Collectors Piece : Phenomenal jewelry Parure composed of buff-top Amethysts, Chrysoprase beads, Enamel and 18k Yellow Gold. Sta...
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1980s Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Enamel

365.50 ct Natural Amethyst Brilliance in a Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Lugano, CH
In the heart of goldsmithing tradition lie treasures of inestimable beauty, and this yellow gold necklace with 11 natural amethysts is a splendid testament to this. Each gem, careful...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Yellow Gold

1960s Handmade Citrine Yellow Gold Bib Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Madeira citrine and yellow gold bib choker necklace circa 1960. ABOUT THIS ITEM: N1380 This handcrafted designed necklace is decorated on the fron...
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1960s Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold

Butterfly Collar in Citrine
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Fly Free Design: 4 dazzling butterflies alight delicately on this lightweight collar. Citrine accents the collar bone, bringing light to the fa...
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2010s North American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Sterling Silver

Triple Butterfly Collar in Citrine
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Flying High Design: Three butterflies in flight unite to form the dramatic pendant drop on this sterling silver collar. Providing encouragement to BELIEVE in yourself...
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2010s North American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Sterling Silver

Double Butterfly Collar in Citrine
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Stepping into your power Design: Two hand carved butterflies are suspended from a collar to provide maximum impact. One of the signature pieces in our BELIEVE collection ...
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2010s North American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Sterling Silver

18K White Gold Turquoise and Amethyst Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
18K white gold choker necklace, weighing 63.73 grams and measuring 15 inches in length with a box closure. The necklace features a floral oriental motif adorned with 20 Turquoise cen...
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2010s North American Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14KY Gold Collar Necklace with Semi-Precious Gemstones
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 14KY Gold Collar Necklace with Semi-Precious Gemstones - The necklaces is made up with 9 individual plain and cable twisted 14k yellow gold wires attached at the back with 14...
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Early 2000s Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin Bohemian Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
One-of-a-kind, Bohemian necklace features multiple gemstones, vintage jewelry pieces and ancient coins set in 14k yellow gold. Amazing 23 pieces inc...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Opal, Quartz, Topaz, Turqu...

Timeless Vintage 18k Gold Modernist Necklace with Amethyst and Akoya Pearls
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely vintage choker length necklace is decidedly in the Modernist genre. A large and rich step cut amethyst weighing approximately 27.50 carats is cradled tastefully and promi...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modernist Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Style Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Yellow Gold Flowers Necklace
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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

20ctw Yellow Tourmaline Peridot Garnet Topaz Amethyst Gemstone Necklace
Located in Sheridan, WY
Introducing our extraordinary Mixed Gemstone Necklace, a true masterpiece of fine jewelry that showcases the enchanting beauty of five exquisite gemstones: Yellow Tourmaline, Peridot...
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2010s African Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Garnet, Tourmaline, Topaz, Peridot, Sterling Silver, Platinum

Fred Davis Sterling Silver and Amethyst Necklace
Located in Darnestown, MD
This silver and amethyst circles necklace by Fred Davis is one of his iconic designs. What makes this example stand out is the exceptional size. It is much larger than the standard. ...
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1940s Mexican Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Jean Vitau Vintage 18k Gold Set Necklace and Earrings Gemstones Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Jean Vitau 18k gold set comprises of a necklace and earrings. The set features cabochon amethyst and garnet. The necklace is comprised of graduated gold beads strung on a g...
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1990s American Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Pendant in 14k Gold, Pink Sapphire Pendant in 14k Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold pendant with amethyst, sapphires and diamonds. Amethyst pendant in 14k gold. Pink sapphire pendant in 14k gold. Material: 14k gold Weight: 1....
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2010s Turkish Modern Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire Amethyst Citrine Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Sapphire, Ruby, Quartz, Emerald, Citrine, Amethyst...

Amethyst Pendant in 14k Gold, Pink Sapphire Pendant in 14k Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold pendant with amethyst, sapphires and diamonds. Amethyst pendant in 14k gold. Pink sapphire pendant in 14k gold. Material: 14k gold Weight: 1....
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2010s Turkish Modern Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

Statement multicolour raw stone Necklace in 14 Kt Yellow Gold F by the artist
Located in Engelberg, CH
‘Rockin it’... and so she does! A raw stone necklace that should be worn with a certain attitude! Although her attitude is already here... Especiall...
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2010s Swiss Artist Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Malachite, Rock Crystal, Aventurine, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold and Oval-Cut Amethyst Rivière Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period gold and amethyst rivière necklace comprised of graduated oval amethysts in open bezel settings, in 18k. Stones measure approximately 22.50mm x 17.00mm t...
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1870s Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold

Rainbow Colorful 14K Yellow Gold Layering Necklace with Dangling Gemstones
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Colorful rainbow layering necklace made of 14K yellow gold. The necklace is furnished with round diamonds weighing 0.15 carats total and multicolor semi precious baguette gems weigh...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yel...

Anna Necklace in Citrine and Argentium Silver
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Like the Sun Design: You'll radiate brightness and warmth wearing this jewel-forward necklace. Large graduated citrine stones wrap your neckline and secure with a toggle clasp. Set in Argentium silver...
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2010s Indonesian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Silver

9.90 Carat Precision Cut Natural Faceted Amethyst from Brazil
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst Weight : 9.90 Carats Dimensions : 13.6x13.6x9.9 mm Clarity : Eye Clean(SI) Origin : Brazil Color: Purple Shape: Cuhsion Cut: Precision Certificate: On Deman...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst

Antique Art Nouveau Necklace 14k Gold Amethyst Sawtooth Pearl Enamel Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed Art Nouveau drop necklace (circa 1900s to 1910s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. One estimated .75 carat amethyst, 6mm x 3.5mm to 9mm x 3mm sawtooth pe...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Couture Depose France Set PouredGlass Earrings & LampworkGlass 2Strand Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Since 1920, Parisian costume-jewelry glass-master Louis Rousselet was among a handful of paruriers favored by the leading French couture houses, primarily Chanel. Beyond the stamped ...
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1920s French Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Moonstone, Topaz, Citrine, Amber, Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass, Silver

20.45 Carat Natural Loose Pear Shape Citrine Gemstone Laser Cut For Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Yellow Citrine Weight : 20.45 Carats Dimensions : 20x15.4x12.9 Mm Clarity : Eye Clean Origin : Brazil Color: Yellow Shape: Pear Cut: Laser Certificate: On Demand Month: Nove...
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Early 17th Century Brazilian Arts and Crafts Antique Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, 10k Gold

Jay Feder Vintage 137.7ct Oval Citrine 18k Yellow Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Jay Feder Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Oval Citrine Tennis Necklace There are 34 Oval shaped citrines; estimated total weight is 137.7 carats. The necklace is 17 inches long. Total weight...
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1990s Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Choker Necklace Peacock Pearl Amethyst Accents June Birthstone
Located in Raleigh, NC
Keep Calm and Wear Pearls 16 Inch unique choker of tablets of iridescent peacock Pearls and 4MM Amethyst rondelles. This delicate 16 inch choker flashes gorgeous shades of blue, pur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

R.C.M. Emerald/Diamond/Citrine/Pink Tourmaline Collar
By RCM
Located in San Antonio, TX
R.C.M. Valenza, Italy Emerald Beads (63 cts) Diamond (.31cts) Citrine (13 cts) Pink Tourmaline (1.17cts) set in 18k yellow gold Collar. Circa 2000.
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Early 2000s Italian Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl Necklace Set with Citrine 18k Gold
Located in Carlsbad, CA
South Sea Pearls = 10-11 mm Gemstones: Fine Citrine Metal: 18K Gold Made in Italy Length: 16 inches
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Chanel 18K Yellow Gold Multicolor Gemstone and Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Stunning multicolor gemstone necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold by Chanel. Fits like a collar around your neck making a glamorous stateme...
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20th Century French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Amethyst Seed Pearls Festoon Necklace Gold
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Antique Art nouveau swag necklace with 10kt gold and genuine seed pearls . Central pendant features a detailed ..very finely done gold and seed pearls grape clusters surrounded by gold leaves...
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1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold

Impressive 534Ct natural Citrine, Smoky Quartz and Sapphire necklace.
Located in BOGOTÁ, CO
This glorious necklace features 3 strands of step cut Smoky Quartz beads and feature a Gold Filled vine wreath with blooming flowers, set with caboc...
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2010s Colombian Artist Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Quartz, Sapphire, Gold-filled, Bronze

Amethysts, Rubies, Rose Gold and Silver Chocker 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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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

10 Carat Emerald Cut Amethyst in 18K Yellow Gold Thin Bezel Necklace Pendant
Located in New York, NY
10 Carat Emerald cut Amethyst in 18K Yellow gold thin bezel Necklace Pendant The necklace length can be adjusted at 18" and 16" Custom options available upon order
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2010s American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Emerald, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Estate Seven Row Black Onyx Citrine and Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The 18k yellow gold choker is a beautiful and timeless piece of jewelry. Its dramatic style and luxurious design make it a perfect piece to add to any collection. Very unusual this e...
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20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Necklace Diamond Cameo Choker 14K Gold
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Amethyst Necklace Diamond Cameo Choker 14K Gold The center Genuine Earth mined Amethyst Cameo measures 1 1/8 in x 6/8 in. The cameo is very well carved, ...
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Mid-20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Citrine Rose Cut Diamond Earring Necklace Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian citrine rose-cut diamonds silver and gold earrings and necklace set circa 1890. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #N-DJ125B. Scroll down for specifications. Comprising a pair of clip-on drop earrings and a graduated link necklace designed as a repeating starburst motif centering upon a round faceted citrine with radiating rose-cut diamonds. This is an extremely beautiful, feminine, and graceful set, the likes of which we haven’t had in our collection in a long time, a treasure. The condition is excellent. It is also worth noting that citrines in this color range are often referred to as Madeira citrines because it resembles the color of Madeira wine...
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1890s Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

18K White Gold Amethyst Pink Sapphire Diamond Collar Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Consisting of a wire collar necklace suspending a motif pendant containing four pear shape mixed cut amethyst, numerous round mixed cut pink sapph...
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold

Vintage Silver and Amethyst Neckring by Torun Bülow-Hübe, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Silver neckring by Torun Bülow-Hübe with Torun’s signature “shawl” design. Stunning, large pendant with amethyst and rock crystal drops suspended on silver hooks. An exquisite collec...
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Rock Crystal, Silver

Natural Brown Citrine 9 Karat Rose Gold Choker Necklace Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Genuine natural brown citrine necklace crafted in 9 karat rose gold. The necklace length is adjustable from 400 mm to 460 mm / from 15.748 inches to 18.1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Double Strand Pearl Necklace with Carved Citrine & Iolite, 18k and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
These stunning Double strand pearls are comprised of 76 fine quality pearls approximately 7 mm each with 18 spacers of 18k gold set with oval shaped iolite stones bezel satin 18k. Th...
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1980s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Iolite, Pearl, 18k Gold

Baroque Pearl and Amethyst Necklace and Pendant in 9ct Yellow Gold
Located in Sydney, NSW
Gorgeous Amethyst and Baroque Pearl necklace, featuring a 9ct yellow gold pendant, complimented by a polished finish design. One continuous single strand necklet with a 9ct yellow g...
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2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Brutalist Handmade Citrine Yellow Gold Bib Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brutalist Madeira citrine and yellow gold bib choker necklace circa 1960. ABOUT THIS ITEM: N1380 This handcrafted designed necklace is decorated on...
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1960s American Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.28 Carat Blue Topaz Amethyst 18 Karat White Gold Chocker Necklace
Located in Territet, CH
ALPENGEM’s choker necklaces is a modern range of timeless gemstone jewelry. The adjustable chain regulates the length of the necklace, so you can wear it as a chocker or on your collarbones. The delicate 18 K white gold chain...
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2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Glam Gem Amethyst Marquise Druzy Silver Statement Necklace Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Outstanding Runway Necklace features seventeen Beautiful Genuine Natural Gem Amethyst Druzy Quartz, inter-spaced with Sterling Silver rondelle Beads; Necklace held by a square toggle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Silver

Semiprecious Lapis Amethyst Onyx Glass Enamel Pearl Choker Necklace c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Semi precious lapis, amethyst, jet onyx glass enamel suntan pearl choker necklace c 1970s The dramatic necklace is designed with a large stationary brass ...
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1970s Unknown Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Brass, Enamel

Citrine and White Pearl 18 Karat Gold Victorian Choker
Located in Berkeley, CA
This choker is hand crafted in 18 Karat gold with deep amber faceted oval citrines suspended from a chain matrix with tiny white seed pearls that accent the granulation throughout. E...
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Early 1800s Indian Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, 18k Gold

Stacked Multi Strand Necklaces Rose Gold Silver Link Colorful Chocker Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Stacked Multi Strand Necklaces Rose Gold Silver Link Colorful Chocker Necklace Rose Gold Burnished Hammered Silver Colorful Amethyst Garnet Chocker Necklace A feisty chocker multi st...
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Rose Gold...

Edwardian Amethyst and Gold Necklace, circa 1920
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Beautiful amethyst necklace from the 1920s comprising a line of twenty-four faceted, light violet amethyst beads grouped in clusters of three, alternating with oblong gold filigree l...
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1920s American Edwardian Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, 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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