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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Ruby
Gemstone: Pearl
NWT $275, 000 Rare Fancy 18KT Gold 60CT Gorgeous Important Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Rare Important Ruby and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Gold Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Beautiful Finely detailed Red Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Hand set with Rubies, weighing approx. 2.90tcw and Diamonds, ap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oscar De La Renta Fine Faux Pearl and Crystal Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Signed Oscar de la Renta Faux Pearl and Crystal Necklace with matching pair of Earrings; Designer Signature; necklace mea...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

Marina J Wide Woven Bridal Pearl Choker with Silver rhodium plated Sliding clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The multi-stranded woven white pearl bridal choker with a secure sliding clasp is made with 2.5 - 3mm glowing white pearls. Marina J.'s hand chose each p...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Rhodium, Silver

Art Nouveau Silver Enamel Pearl Bird Plaque de Cou Levinger & Bissinger Necklace
Located in London, GB
Illustrated in our book: Beatriz Chadour-Sampson & Sonya Newell-Smith, Tadema Gallery London Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no 19 A beautiful gilded silver, Plique-à-jour enamel and pearl plaque de cou attributed to Levinger and Bissinger...
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Glimmer and Shake Choker, with Pearls and Diamonds by Michelle Massoura
Located in Nicosia, CY
An array of dangling pearls in various sizes accentuated by glimmering diamonds hanging from a delicate chain fitted closely around the neck. A modern take on the classic pearl choke...
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2010s Cypriot Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Fireball Pearl Necklace by Paula Crevoshay
Located in New Orleans, LA
Multi-colored pearls drape gracefully around the neck in this necklace from American jewelry designer Paula Crevoshay. These iridescent, Baroque pearls are called "fireball" pearls f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional piece! 34.83 carats of Fine Burma Ruby 29.30 carats of white round, pear and marquise cut diamonds. Set in platinum 17 inch length Certified by Christian Du...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Turkish 18k Gold Turquoise, Pearl Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Up for sale is a truly unique and fabulous Turkish, turquoise pearl and gold necklace and earrings set. The necklace weighs a total of 75 grams and consists of over 260 freshwater ...
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1990s Turkish Byzantine Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Butterfly Necklace with long chain with Diamonds, Rubies and 18K Gold
Located in Bilbao, ES
Diamonds, Ruby & 18K Gold Butterfly Necklace Butterfly Collection... everyday wearable botanical pieces Irama Pradera is a dynamic and outgoing designer from Spain that searches alw...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Sapphire Ruby Snake Choker Necklace Chain Silver Victorian Style J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sapphire Ruby Eyes Snake Choker Necklace Chain Silver Victorian Style J Dauphin 17,5 inches long J Dauphin 'Internal selves" Made in silver with Ruby eyes and white Sapphire The se...
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2010s American Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Key Chakra Chunky Chain Choker Pendant Necklace White Diamond Emerald Ruby
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Key pendant Chunky Chain Choker Necklace White Diamond Emerald Ruby Chakra 10k Gold Plated J Dauphin J DAUPHIN Necklace "Crystal Mind" with Gold plated key and chakra gems Rubies, ...
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, ...

White Diamond Gold Snake Pendant Choker Chain Necklace Silver Ruby Eyes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Gold Snake Pendant Choker Chain Necklace in Silver with Ruby Eyes Designer J DAUPHIN Product: "Internal Selves" The serpent, or snake, is one of the oldest and most...
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2010s American Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

NO RESERVE! Necklace - 14 kt. White gold - 13.92 tw. Ruby
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Ruby Stones: Weight: 13.92 ct / 155 pieces Color: Red Shape: Round Mixed Heated Item ships from Israeli Diamonds Exchange, customers are responsible for any local customs or ...
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby and Diamond Choker by Elan
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Choker by Elan A yellow gold bead chocker with 6 ruby beads and 143 round cut diamonds. Approximate combined ruby weight: 13.00 carats Approximate combined diamond...
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20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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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Amethyst, Citrine, Emerald, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Topaz...

Natural uncut Diamond Ruby oxidized Sterling silver tribal look necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
This tribal look stunner is made up of natural uncut diamonds with burma ruby. The jewel has been crafted in sterling silver and has natural uncut diamonds that give it subtle yet un...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Stunning 6.89 Cts F-VS1 Round Brilliant Diamonds Ruby 3-Strand Necklace 14K Gold
Located in Massafra, IT
Elevate your elegance with the breathtaking allure of these exquisite three-strand tennis necklaces, featuring dazzling 2.69 carats of diamonds and 4.20 carats of radiant rubies. Inf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond, Necklace & Earrings, French, Maker's Mark
Located in New York, NY
"Van Cleef and Arpels Necklace and Earrings set with Ruby and Diamonds. French, Maker's Mark for Pery et Fils. The necklace weighs 87.60 grams with approximately 16 carats of Diamond...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

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

CARL BUCHERER - Choker set with ruby and diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
CARL BUCHERER - 18k yellow gold necklace with a ruby ​​tot. 3.00ct and brilliant cut diamonds up to. 2.50ct - F/G - VS/SI - 40 cm long detailed description: necklace is 40 cm long ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

16.20 Cts Princess Shape Rubies 11.40 Cts Diamond Choker Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in Massafra, IT
Adorned with 16.20 carats of natural rubies and 11.40 carats of natural diamonds set in 14K white gold, this exquisite necklace is sure to make you the center of attention at any eve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace set with pearl and diamonds 18k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver center piece set with pearls and rose diamonds - 40 cm long detailed description: the length of the necklace is 40 cm long by 2.1 mm...
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1950s Dutch Early Victorian Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 24.2 grams. Totally is diamond about 1 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.60 ct. Total lenght is neckla...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Ruby and Diamond Choker
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Choker A choker necklace featuring round cut diamonds and square cut rubies Diamond Weight: approximately 3.89 carats Ruby Weight: approximately 2.00 carats Me...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Necklace with Diamonds and Tahitian Pearls
Located in BILBAO, ES
White Gold Necklace with 510 brilliant-cut diamonds and 16 Tahitian pearls 18k White Gold 510 Diamonds 7.50k 16 Tahiti Pearls
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2010s Spanish Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Multi Gem Heart Motif Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Multi Gem Heart Motif Necklace A gold necklace set with cabochon rubies, sapphires, emeralds and approximately 5.17 carats of diamonds Measures Approximately: 13" long Metal Type:...
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20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

White Gold Necklace with Australian Pearls and Tahitian Pearls
Located in BILBAO, ES
White gold necklace with 384 brilliant-cut diamonds, 8 Australian pearls and 8 Tahitian pearls 18k White Gold 384 Diamonds 3.50K 8 Australian Pearls 8 Tahiti Pearls
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1990s Spanish Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Pearl and Diamond Choker
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Diamond Choker A choker set with 26 cultured pearls and accented with round-cut diamonds. Approximate Diamond Weight: 5.00 Carats Approximately Measures: 15" long Metal ...
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20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k 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

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

NWT $235, 000 Rare Important Fancy 18KT Gorgeous AIGS Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT White Gold Necklace consisting of Fancy Oval Shaped Glittering Rubies and surrounded with Magnificent Diamonds Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Rubies Ram Knotted Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. In the style of Greek designer Zolotas, this necklace features a thick palm-tree chain that closes with a hook that attaches to a ring. The chain is knotted at the front and ends asymmetrically with 2 motifs representing chiseled rams' heads. The eyes are small rubies and the nose and top of the head are adorned with a line of modern brilliant-cut diamonds. Length : 23 cm approximately, height of longest pendant : 7.5 cm approximately, chain width : 4 mm approximately. Height of ram head : 2.3 cm approximately, width : 19.5 mm approximately, thickness : 13 mm approximately. Total weight of the jewel : 74,3 g approximately. Second- hand gold necklace - Very good condition - Very little worn - Fully checked, cleaned and repolished - Sold with certificate. Our opinion : This gold ram necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, 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

Bulgary Type Necklace with pearls and Sapphires
Located in BILBAO, ES
28 separate Akollas pearls with yellow gold ornaments. 4 yellow, blue and pink oval-cut sapphires set in yellow gold. 4 pink heart-shaped sapphires set in yellow gold. 18k yellow g...
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2010s Spanish Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Neckalce set with ruby and diamonds 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt bicolor gold necklace set with ruby ​​tot. 1.90ct and brilliant cut diamonds up to. 1.20 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm long detailed description: The length of the necklace is 45 ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

2 pesos necklace 14KT solid gold coin necklace republica de cuba 17 inches
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Unique coin necklace with natural pearls, 2 Cuban pesos neckace in 14Kt solid gold! Chain is app. 17 inches! Certificate of authenticity comes with purchase! ABOUT US We are a fami...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Hamza pearl necklace sterling siver 925 16" long
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Silver hamza pendant necklace on a pearl strand, pearls are white color slightly blemished with medium luster and stunning pure white color, necklace is 16" inches Certificate of au...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Silver

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

Pearls and Diamonds Chain Choker Necklace, 18k Gold
Located in Nicosia, CY
An array of dangling freshwater pearls in various sizes accentuated by glimmering natural diamonds hanging from a delicate chain fitted closely around the neck. A modern take on th...
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2010s European Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Oscar Heyman for J. E. Caldwell Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Bethesda, MD
J.E. Caldwell was a prestigious American jewelry retailer with a long history of working with renowned designers and creating exceptional jewelry pieces. Collaborating with Oscar Hey...
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Mid-20th Century American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Gemstone Double Leopard Necklace Vintage 14k Gold 15" Choker Fine Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed gemstone leopard necklace crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1980s). Sapphires, emeralds and rubies total an estimated 1.50 carats. The gemstones are in very good c...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow G...

French 20th Century Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Swallows Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This delicate antique necklace is made of fine alternating gourmette mesh holding a motif of 3 swallows on the front, 2 of whic...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k 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

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold

Cartier Oriental Saltwater Pearl, Platinum & Diamond Collier de Chien, c. 1910.
Located in Aspen, CO
Exquisite woven natural Oriental Pearl, Platinum and Diamond Collier de Chien, Cartier, New York, signed and numbered, Edwardian, circa 1910. Seventy-nine diamonds of high color (ap...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Marina J. Woven Pearl Choker with Mosaic Centerpiece, Lapis and Green Apatite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful piece made by Marina J. This lovely choker features high luster White Seed Pearls, all woven together into a fine lace like design. The Pearl band is adorned in beautiful L...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Apatite, Gold Plate, 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

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

Roberto Coin 18K White Gold Diamond X Choker Necklace 16" with box #16955
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Roberto Coin 18K White Gold Diamond X Choker This gorgeous Roberto Coin classic diamond x choker is set in white gold 75 round brilliant diamonds sparkle on and between 8 x station...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Necklace set with pearls and diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace set with pearls and brilliant and single cut diamonds. 0.75ct - F/G - SI - 40 cm long detailed description the length of the necklace is 40 cm long by 2.3 m...
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2010s Dutch Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Akoya pearl necklace with 18 kt white gold clasp and one diamond
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered, Akoya pearl necklace with 18 kt white gold clasp, marked with JKA and 750. Akoya pearls are 56 pieces. Diameter of pearls round 7.50 mm. The gold clasp is decorated with 1 ...
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2010s European Renaissance Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Péry et Fils Paris Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1990s, this diamond, ruby and emerald necklace is set in 18K gold. It is designed as octagonal links pave-set with approximately 12.00 carats of diamonds, each centeri...
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Late 20th Century French Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k 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...

Artemis Tourmalinated Green Quartz And Pearl Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
The Artemis necklace by Vintouch Jewels is designed to enhance your holistic health being strung with tourmalinated green quartz, which is believed to awaken love, empathy, compassio...
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2010s European Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Quartz, Vermeil

Azzurra Turquoise And Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Indulge yourself in timeless elegance with this Azzurra necklace by Vintouch Jewels. Handmade from 18-karat gold, this necklace is strung with turquoise beads, each unique in its own...
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil

IGI Certified White Gold Diamonds and Rubies Necklace
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This IGI Certified White Gold Necklace is a stunning blend of vintage-inspired charm and contemporary elegance. Crafted from 18kt white gold, this necklace exudes luxury and sophisti...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified Burma Ruby Diamond Collar Necklace 24.50 Carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat yellow gold collar necklace featuring 5 Oval Burma Rubies weighing 7.50 Carats, Heated, flanked with baguette and round brilliants weighing approximately 17 carats.
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1970s Contemporary Vintage Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luxurious Natural baroque pearls pave diamonds sterling silver necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
This gorgeous piece of Jewel consists of: Diamond- Pave diamonds Diamond origin- Natural Diamond color- White with a tint of grey Diamond wt- 4.80cts Gemstone - Pearl Gemstone type...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver

1990s Diamond GIA Ruby Emerald Serpent Bypass Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This Diamond, Ruby, and Emerald statement choker necklace is made in 18k yellow gold. Set with approx. 620 round diamonds; an approximate weight of 12.35  ct and H-I color and VS1-VS...
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1990s American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 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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