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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Coral
Gemstone: Cultured Pearl
Exceptional Gold Spheres Necklace from the XVIIIth Century
Located in Sežana, SI
Very rare necklace with gold spheres, called "Venetian vague", interspersed with Mediterranean coral pearls. Dalmatian production, late 18th century Lenght 45 cm.
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Late 18th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Gold

Coral, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

18ct White Gold Emerald, Diamond & Cultured Pearl Triple Strand Choker Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
This Pre-loved Emerald, Diamond, &Cultured Pearl Triple Strand Choker exudes timeless elegance. At the heart of this exquisite piece is a rectangular-cut emerald, notable for its lus...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Coral Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow And White Gold Multi-Strand 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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1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Coral Onyx 18 Karat White Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
This sophisticated necklace in 18-karat white gold exemplifies timeless elegance, enriched by an alternating series of coral and onyx spheres with barrels of onyx and turquoise. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Diamond Double Strand 8mm Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Double Strand 8mm Cultured Pearl Necklace by Mikimoto. The Authentic Mikimoto Double Strand Pearl Necklace...
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1990s Japanese Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

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

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Silver, Enamel

Vivianna Torun Bülow-hube 18ct Gold Necklace #904 Designed for Georg Jensen
Located in Bruxelles, BE
A very delicate and sensual neck ring designed around 1970's by Vivianna Torun (1927-2004) , the most famous Swedish goldsmith. A 18ct neckring is referenced under #904 in the origi...
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1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Handcraft Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi-Strand 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, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Fine Dark Grey 19 Inch Tahitian Cultured Pearls w/ Black Diamond Ball Clasp
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This elegant 19 1/2 inch long necklace comprised of thirty five Dark Grey Tahitian cultured pearls terminates in a 14mm black oxidized 14K gold inline ball clasp, heavily set with bl...
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Late 20th Century Asian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage 5-Strand Angel Skin Coral Choker Necklace Multi Strand Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage angel skin coral necklace finished with a 14 karat yellow gold clasp (circa 1950s to 1960s). 5 strands of a...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Choker-Length Strand of 11.5mm Tahitian Pearls w White Gold & Diamond Ball Clasp
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
We bought these gorgeous, genuine Tahitian pearls at a trade show in 2023. Pearl strands are usually sold in 18" strands, but we restrung the pearls to move the distinctive yellow-g...
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2010s North American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Go...

Vintage 4-Strand Beaded Orange Red Coral 925 Sterling Silver Choker Necklace
Located in Sausalito, CA
An elegant choker necklace, crafted with 4-strands of alternating vibrant orangish-red coral beads and sparkling faceted clear glass beads, each varying in size for added allure. Set...
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20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Sterling Silver

Vintage 1930's Miriam Haskell Cul Pearl & Vintage Crystal Choker
Located in Maywood, NJ
Miriam Haskell jewellery is some of the most prized and beautiful costume jewellery from the 20th century. The intricate designs coupled with their novel colours and materials have ...
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1930s American Baroque Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Cultured Pearl

Modern Cultured Pearls Opals 18 Karat White Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume Creation. Necklace of pearly white oriental cultured pearls, separated by flat, faceted opal beads. The clasp is in 18 Karat white gold, eagle-head hallmark, ratchet with safety chain. It is rectangular with cut sides and set with rose-cut diamonds. Length : 45 cm approximately, diameter of the pearls : from 4/4,5 to 7/7,5 mm approximately. Total weight of the jewel : 16,8 g approximately. Modern jewel. Jewel created from a 1930s pearl necklace...
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2010s French Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

18ct Gold Vintage Italian Pearl & Coral bead necklace
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold Beaded Choker Necklace & Matching earrings Comprises of Natural Coral & Naturally Cultivated Potato Pearl Beads Each bead is approx. 5mm Diameter Weight of the neckl...
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1980s European Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Coral and pearl twin necklace/choker
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is an interesting necklace comprised of twin six strands of peachy pink 4.1mm coral beads on one side and six strands of 4.3mm cultured pearls on the other which intersect in th...
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1960s Post-War Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

White Cultured Pearls 18K Gold Beaded Choker Necklace Wedding Bridal
Located in New York, NY
The Light. This white large cultured pearl beaded handmade choker necklace is elegant in its clean beautiful versatility. Great as a gift for a Bride, a Wedding, Christmas or any oth...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, South Sea Pearl, G...

Modern Raw Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chiseled Clasp Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume Creation - Unique piece. Necklace of unpolished natural coral beads, clasp in 18 karat yellow gold, ratcheted and chased all around. Length : 50 cm, diameter of the pearls : 13...
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2010s French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Akoya Cultured Pearl Three-Piece Set UN70118VS1W3
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mikimoto Akoya Cultured Pearl Three Piece Set with 18K White Gold Clasp. This 18 inch Akoya cultured pearl strand features 7x6mm Akoya cultured pearls with a MIKIMOTO signature clas...
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2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl

14k Keishi Freshwater Cultured Pearl Choker 5 Strand Torsade Necklace Earrings
Located in Sausalito, CA
Elevate your collection with this 14k yellow gold cultured pearl necklace and earring set. The torsade necklace is composed of five strands of numerous Keishi freshwater cultured pea...
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20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage 1960s Angel Skin Coral Necklace Bracelet and Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Angel Skin Corals and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 28.00 carats. Circa 1960s Necklace: 16 1/2 inches...
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1960s Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Modern Cultured Pearls Peridots 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume Creation. Necklace featuring a drop of round pearly white cultured pearls alternating with faceted peridot beads. The clasp is a ratchet with 8 safety catches decorated with ga...
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2010s French Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Coral Diamonds Rubies White Gold 18 Karat Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Delicate necklace made entirely by hand by artisans in southern Italy composed in 18-karat white gold, natural diamonds and small natural corals that enrich the design. A simple jewe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Freshwater Baroque Pearl Bakelite Security Clasp Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Welcome to the refined, elegant world of our one-of-a-kind necklace: the natural freshwater baroque pearl necklace with bakelite safety clasp on yellow gold. This exceptional piece e...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl

Necklace de chien with Japanese pearls, corals and diamonds
Located in BARI, IT
Collier de chien made of yellow gold, white gold and diamonds with four alternating strands of Japanese pearls and natural Mediterranean corals. It is a unique piece that can be worn...
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2010s Italian Belle Époque Choker Necklaces

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

Sea foam green tumbled fluorite beads necklace w/ gold gilt branches of coral
Located in New Orleans, LA
Over the top amusing resort wear necklace. A single strand of very large chunky sea foam green tumbled fluorite beads. Gold gilt branches of natural coral are suspended from the beads. A great high style statement. Length: 17” plus coral branches Creator: Ned Marshall
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Fluorite, Gold

French Cultured Pearl Strand Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Choker necklace of cultured pearls, white orient. The clasp is in 18 karat yellow gold, chiseled and ratchet with a safety "8". Diameter of the pearls : 6,5/7 mm. Length : 52,5 cm ap...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Double Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp, French Art Deco; GIA
Located in Southbury, CT
Dating to approximately 1940, this luxurious strand of luminous, gleaming nearly-antique cultured pearls is so fine in quality it rivals -and in some ways surpasses- that of natural,...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Baroque Pearl Necklace, Sterling Silver Clasp, Vintage, Collar
Located in Milford, DE
Accentuate your natural beauty with the glow of these genuine baroque pearls, each one perfectly unique! Baroque pearl choker-length necklace with a sterling silver clasp. Each pea...
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20th Century North American Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

Sterling silver Blue Red Necklace, with Italian coral and lapis lazuli cabochons
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Amazing necklace composed of Italian coral beads, joined by trapezoidal sterling silver pieces, with two lapis lazuli cabochons in each of them. The closure is made on the back with ...
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1990s Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Natural Pink Salmon Coral Necklace
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This beautiful natural pink salmon coral necklace is a unique and eye-catching piece that is sure to make a statement. The necklace features a st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Coral

Coral Necklace Art Deco 22" Natural Tomato Red
Located in Southbury, CT
This 22" natural and undyed coral bead necklace features 101 tomato-red coral beads strung on silk and individually hand-knotted between each bead. The beads graduate in size from f...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Silver

Vintage 70s Cartier Necklace Onyx Choker Sterling Silver 18k Gold Mabe Pearl
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Cartier onyx choker necklace finished with a sterling silver and 18 karat yellow gold Mabe pearl set clasp (circa 1970s). One 18mm Mabe pearl is set into the clasp...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterli...

Eye-catching Collar Coral Necklace
Located in רמת גן, IL
Package Contents: ~ Diamond Ring ~ Invoice ~ Certificate * (if available) ~ Dianoche Jewellery Box SKU: GMJ-011-Coral Necklace
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2010s Israeli Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral

Antique Five Strand Red Coral 14k Gold Clasp Choker
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Stunning antique Coral choker necklace. A five strand of fine European natural red/salmon coral necklace beads about 5-6mm dimension. The coral beads are barrel-shaped and the handm...
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1890s Dutch Late Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold

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

Materials

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

Coral Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Delicate necklace made entirely by hand by artisans in southern Italy composed in 18-karat white gold, natural diamonds and ball natural corals that enrich the design. A simple jewel to use in any circumstance, delicate to the touch, suitable for the woman who loves the genre, a jewel to keep in your collection. For any details, do not hesitate to write to us and our team will be quick to respond and provide you with any type of information you require as well as additional photos and videos to those already present. Length of the closed necklace 20 cm Length of the open necklace (from one end to the other) 45 cm Total Weight of the necklace grams 101.40 Diamonds Karat 16.07 Coral weight 40.40 grams Biggest...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Coral Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Delicate necklace made entirely by hand by artisans in southern Italy composed in 18-karat white gold, natural diamonds and small natural corals that enrich the design. A simple jewe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Pearl Necklace Circa 1970 s Cultured Pearls Gold Clasp
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered is a vintage beautiful pearl necklace with gold clasp. The necklace is decorated with 3 rows of natural freshwater cultured pearls. Pearls of great regularity and very fine...
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1970s European Romantic Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 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...

Coral beads with 14kt. gold granulated textured clasp w/ large rondelles
Located in New Orleans, LA
Choker necklace of extraordinarily sized round Momo coral beads with custom made 14kt. gold granulated textured clasp and large rondelles. Very beautiful and vibrant coral color wit...
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2010s American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Antique Dutch 5-Row Red Coral Necklace with 14 Krt Yellow Gold Filigree Closure
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique 5-row natural red coral necklace with filigree 14 karat yellow closure decorated with red coral beads. The closure consists of half-dome element featuring a golden filigre...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold

Coral Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Collar Choker
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Antique hand crafted Tibetan Ceremonial Silver Collar decorated with natural raw turquoise, natural coral beads and lapis lazuli. About 156 grams, 16" long 2" wide.
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Early 1900s Tibetan Anglo-Indian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Silver

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Velvet Choker Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Realized by hand in Nathalie Jean's atelier, Nakkar Choker pays homage to the pearl, a symbol of divinity, royalty and luxury that has fascinated and inspired since the dawn of time. A simple 18 karat gold band encircles the precious sphere and gracefully bisects a double-faced Japanese velvet...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Coral Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat 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 Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Seaman Schepps Pink Tourmaline, Sapphire, Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Weston, MA
Composed of three strands of cultured pearls suspending a luscious cabochon pink tourmaline flanked by sapphires and diamonds, this ladylike choker casts a luminous glow on the skin....
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20th Century American Retro Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Natural Salmon Coral Chocker Necklace
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Beautiful and delicate late 19th Century Victorian salmon coral chocker necklace. Round smaller beads braided into two cords wider and narrower entwin...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold Plate, Silver

Coral 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 seller with a private message to solve the problem. Beautiful 14 karat yellow gold choker necklace mounted with a Sardinian coral face woman Handmade by skilled craftsmen and expert cutters. Pendant necklace total weight 36 grams Only coral...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Coral Choker
Located in New York, NY
Antique Coral Choker Necklace. A coral choker composed of coral beads that are elegantly connected by gold links. This piece also features a gold oval and wreath design, adorned wit...
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Early 1900s Antique Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Aria Diamond Cultured Pearl Platinum Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
The Authentic! Tiffany & Co Platinum Diamond 6.5mm Pearl Necklace is a captivating piece of jewelry. Made with platinum, it exudes a luxurious and timeless appeal. The necklace showc...
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Early 2000s American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

14 Karat Gold and Red Coral Three - Strand Beaded Necklace Early 20th Century
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique necklace made of natural red coral beads with 14 karat golden clasp. The bracelet features three strands of round - shaped beads. The diameter of the beads is ca. 5 mm and the color is red. The clasp features a rectangular shape with two natural round red coral cabochon coral stones and a rope motif decoration. The clasp is stamped with 585 that stands for the 14 karat gold content. The necklacet is subtle yet eye catching and it suitable for daily or evening occasions. The condition is really good and there are no flaws to be mentioned. The red coral jewelry...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Gold

Gold Pearl Chain in Yellow Gold, Wedding Necklace, Tin Cup Pearl Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
This pearl choker necklace has 13 pearl stations on a 16 inch cable chain in yellow gold. The genuine cultured saltwater pearls are beautiful...
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral Diamonds 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 seller with a private message to solve the problem. Beautiful 14 karat yellow gold choker necklace mounted with a Sardinian coral and diamonds Handmade by skilled craftsmen and expert cutters. Choker necklace total weight 29.40 grams Only coral...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor Palette of Tahitian Cultured Pearls and Colored Ming Pearls Necklace
Located in Viena, Viena
A wonderful multicolor palette of Tahitian cultured pearls and colored Ming pearls (freshwater cultured pearls with a core), gives a choice of colors in pi...
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2010s Polynesian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Base Metal

Three-Strand Akoya Pearl Choker with Diamond Bar Accents in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This is a custom-made necklace by Lawrence Poon of Seattle, produced in 1992. It features three rows of 6mm - 6.5mm Akoya cultured pearls. Eight separator plates of 18 karat yell...
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1990s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold,...

18 Karat White Gold, 4.39 Carat Diamond and Cultured Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Feel like a princess in this beautiful 18 karat white gold , diamond and pearl choker. The necklace has been set with 9 pave diamond balls which alternate with 10 cultured white pearls. The pattern continues to the back with 18 karat white gold high polished balls...
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1990s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Coral 18 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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2010s Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k 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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