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Choker Necklaces For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Art Nouveau
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

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Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Capucelli '4.24 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs
Located in Great Neck, NY
Handmade in New York of polished 14k white gold, CAPUCELLI's Tennis necklace showcases a delicate box chain embellished with dozens of shimmering white diamonds. Beautiful Diamond T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Capucelli '3.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs
Located in Great Neck, NY
Handmade in New York of polished 14k white gold, CAPUCELLI's Tennis necklace showcases a delicate box chain embellished with dozens of shimmering white diamonds. Beautiful Diamond T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Capucelli '5.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs
Located in Great Neck, NY
Handmade in New York of polished 14k white gold, CAPUCELLI's Tennis necklace showcases a delicate box chain embellished with dozens of shimmering white diamonds. Beautiful Diamond T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Capucelli '7.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 3-Prongs
Located in Great Neck, NY
Description Beautiful Diamond Tennis Necklace. A staple in your jewelry collection. Handmade in New York City. This tennis necklace showcases a delicate 3 Prongs chain embellished wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k 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

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

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

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Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian 5 Strand Coral Choker with 10K Gold Bars & Clasp, circa 1890
Located in Venice, CA
This bold Victorian coral choker is a show-stopper. The color of this piece is stunning, a beautiful natural salmon color, rich and mottled. Cor...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Coral, 10k Gold, Yellow 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

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

Choker set with old mine cut and rose diamonds up to 2.50ct gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Silver necklace set with old mine cut and rose cut diamonds. 2.50ct - G/H - SI - 40 cm long detailed description: the length of the necklace is 40 cm long by 4.5 mm wide the size ...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Silver, Gold

Natural white topaz sterling silver rose gold plated choker necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
This beautiful white topaz choker is a perfect jewel for any special occasion. It has been crafted by the fine artisans using sterling silver. Carefully selected white topaz have bee...
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2010s Asian Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Topaz, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Rose Gold

Diamond Necklace set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 8.50 carats Necklace set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.2 cm Length: 44 cm Total Weight: 77.37 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in the v...
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2010s Thai Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch Chain Dog-Clasp Stackable Choker Necklace
Located in Fairfield, CT
This 18 karat yellow gold chain exemplifies Victorian era jewelry design, characterized by its functionality and craftsmanship. The piece features a dog clasp, commonly used in the p...
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20th Century Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K French solid gold watch chain - unique Antique Necklace - 15.35 Inch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful 18 K yellow gold Albert necklace. It consists of spacial, fancy looking Lozenge links an antique dog clip and a lovely bolt ring. The necklace is hallmarked with French Eagle heads and a Rhino head. Both closures function, yet we like to mention that, if you fully open the spring ring, you will have to help to close it again. If you only open it partly, then it will close again on its own. An Albert chain was originally crafted to attach a pocket-watch to a gentle mens suite. Now it is a stylish statement necklace with a wonderful antique dog clip and an antique spring...
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K solid gold Pocket watch chain - Antique Necklace - Choker Sautoir 15.35 Inch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful 18 K yellow gold Albert necklace. It consists of spacial, fancy looking Lozenge links an antique bolt ring. The necklace is hallmarked with French weevils, which were struck on jewels imported into France since 1864. An Albert chain was originally crafted to attach a pocket-watch to a gentle mens suite. Now it is a stylish statement necklace with a wonderful antique dog clip and an antique spring ring...
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Filigree gold necklace, Netherlands, late 19th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Gold filigree necklace made of 18-carat yellow gold. Antique naturalism desing popular in the turn of the centuries. Origin: Netherlands, 1880-1920 Length: 40cm Item weight: 6.1g ...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

18K French solid gold pocket watch chain - unique Antique Necklace - 16.34 Inch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful 18 K yellow gold Albert necklace. It consists of spacial, fancy looking Lozenge links and a lovely bolt ring. It is fully hallmarked with all the needed French marks : eagle heads and a rhino head. An Albert chain was originally crafted to attach a pocket-watch to a gentle mens suite. Now it is a stylish statement necklace with a wonderful antique spring ring...
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k solid gold Antique Necklace - light Art Nouveau - Belle Epoque - 43 cm
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning filigree necklace that is crafted in 18 K yellow gold and hallmarked with a 750 mark on the closure. The filigree links are very detailed and breathtaking t...
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k solid gold Belle Epoque Necklace - Filigree chain - Victorian drapery chain
Located in Antwerp, BE
This filigree necklace is crafted in 18 ct yellow gold and bejewelled with seven seed pearls. The filigree chains are very detailed and breathtaking thanks to the antique seed pearls...
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pansy Blue Enamel Diamonds Flower Pendant, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Victorian Pansy Flower Blue Enamel with old-cut Diamonds Choker Pendant. Tender and elegant flower with old-cut Diamonds all around and in the centre. Superb level of jeweller crafts...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Enamel

Natural brown rose cut diamond oxidized sterling silver bead ball wire necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
This beautiful wire choker is made up of sterling silver. This classic style necklace conveys simple elegance through the use of premium quality materials and meticulous attention to...
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2010s Asian Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

27.76 Carats Marquise Pear Round Shape Natural Diamonds Necklace 18K White Gold
Located in Massafra, IT
This exquisite necklace showcases 27.76 carats of marquise, pear, and round shape natural diamonds set in 18K white gold. Its captivating design makes it an ideal choice to dazzle on...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Early Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 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

The Amphitrite Choker - Yellow, White & Blue Sapphires, Black Moissanite, 14kt
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Named after the Greek goddess of the ocean, Amphitrite, this choker truly befits a mermaid. The centrepiece of the choker features an incredibly rare fan shaped yellow sapphire, reminiscent of Venus’s scallop shell in The Birth of Venus. The fan is held in a cluster of marquise blue spinels, pear shaped white sapphires and black moissanites...
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2010s Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

Necklace set with diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace set with old mine cut diamonds up to . 2.00ct - F/G - VS/SI - 40 cm long detailed description: the length of the necklace is 40 cm long by 1.2 mm wide the ...
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 98.75 Cttw. Tanzanite and Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our opulent Victorian 98.75 Cttw. Tanzanite and Diamond Choker Necklace, a breathtaking statement piece that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. This magnificen...
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2010s Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

RARE Victorian Etruscan 18/14K Choker Beads Necklace
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Gorgeous Victorian Etruscan 18/14K bright yellow butter gold beaded necklace. The beads are intricately adorned with little swirled filigree, which is not common on these Victorian beaded...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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14k Gold, 18k Gold

Neclace with diamonds 18k white gold and platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
Platinum necklace with 18k white gold center piece set with brilliant and single cut diamonds up to. 1.75ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm long detailed description: necklace is 45 cm long ...
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

1960s Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell Black Faceted Glass & 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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1960s American Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Crystal

Antique Gold & Garnet Victorian Collar Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Necklace 12ct Rose Gold Circa 1850’s Lovely, Georgian collar necklace. Set with pretty, flat cut garnets, set in rose gold...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold

13.48ct Rosecut Diamonds Evergreen Stunning Necklace In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, this one-of-a-kind necklace is set with a dazzling array of round rosecut diamonds. This necklace is 15.5 inches long with a nice lobster clasp at th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Choker Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14.8ct Octagon Ruby and Mixed Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18k Solid White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
14.8ct Octagon Ruby and Mixed Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18K Gold studded with octagon cut ruby and cluster of diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Ruby improves mental strength. Designed with octagon cut ruby each set after the cluster of diamonds in solid gold settings. This is a perfect ruby and diamond tennis necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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

Christian Dior by John Galliano antique-style filigree choker necklace, ss 1999
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Christian Dior choker necklace ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1999 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive This rare Christian Dior choker necklace features ...
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1990s French Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

Certified Natural Uncut rose cut Diamonds Sterling silver ribbon bow necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
This gorgeous ribbon bow uncut rose cut diamond silver necklace is unique in itself. It has been created by the fine artisans using Na...
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2010s Asian Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

3.7 CTW Emerald Cut Illusion Set Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k Solid White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Emerald Cut Illusion Set Diamond Tennis Necklace studded in 18K Gold. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual l...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 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

Antique Victorian 9k rose gold Fob chain Circa 1890 -1900
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This unique fob chain features graduated facetted belcher link. Secured with two fitted swivel catches and T bar. Each link has been hand crafted and the links grade from 7.0mm to 10mm in width. Metal: 9k rose gold Weight: 41.09 grams Measurements: 40cm plus drop T bar section Era: Victorian Circa 1890-1900 Antique fob chains...
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1890s Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Victorian Gold Collar Necklace, Circa 1875
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold collar necklace, with alternating panels of openwork and Etruscan style work, on a large jump ring clasp, circa 1875. Width approximat...
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1870s British Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Yellow 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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Peridot, Topaz, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Rock Crystal, Quartz, Fre...

Late Victorian Garnet Choker Necklet Circa 1890-1900
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Late Victorian pyrandine oval garnet and gold link necklet. Each garnet is set in a claw oval coronet setting with a gold link between each setting. These settings are delicately in...
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

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

Art Nouveau Gold 1.05 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Diamond Necklace Circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent 18k yellow gold diamond necklace. The piece is set with approximately 70 natural colorless round brilliant diamonds weighing 1.05 carats. It weighs 62 grams in tota...
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1960s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

An Antique Boxed Pietra Dura Set
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An extra ordinary pietra dura set consisting of a necklace, bracelet, brooch, earrings and two buttons all set with pietra dura of pecrious stones like turquoise, agate and jasper al...
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1860s Italian Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Agate, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Victorian Paste Silver Crescent Moon Pendant Necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Beautiful Antique Victorian late 1800s Silver and Paste crescent Pendant necklace. This is a brooch conversion on later Sterling Silver chain. Total length of the chain 24" or 61c...
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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Silver

Capucelli '9.30ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs
Located in Great Neck, NY
Handmade in New York of polished 14k white gold, CAPUCELLI's Tennis necklace showcases a delicate box chain embellished with dozens of shimmering white diamonds. Beautiful Diamond T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Victorian Style Emerald And 3-Strand Pearl Pendant Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This necklace features a cabochon cut green emerald bezel set pendant. Paired with 150 round cut diamond side stones, this beautiful necklace is strung together with 3 strands of pearls...
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20th Century North American Victorian Choker Necklaces

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

Antique Inlaid Turquoise Gold Wire Choker Necklace
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Very rare and unusual Art Nouveau necklace from the 1900s mounted with 9 antique Iranian turquoise pieces, which are inlaid with Arabic symbols in gold...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Choker Necklaces

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

1970 21kt Gold enamel swag necklace India
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Exquisite details on this handmade 21kt solid gold swag /bib necklace from India . Necklace is done by highly skilled & talented Indian goldsmiths ...
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1970s Indian Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Byzantine Braid Crystals Tennis Openwork Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Rare to find. 1980s pre-owned crystal-embellished chain necklace. Adorned with dazzling round-cut Swarovski crystal embellishments, this necklace...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

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

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Coral, Yellow Gold

The Amphitrite Choker - Yellow, White & Blue Sapphires, Black Moissanite, 10kt
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Named after the Greek goddess of the ocean, Amphitrite, this choker truly befits a mermaid. The centrepiece of the choker features an incredibly rare fan shaped yellow sapphire...
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2010s Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Crescent Gold-Tone Collar Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL metal gold-tone crescent collar necklace with bead detail and etching. Stamped YSL. Yves Saint Laurent One...
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1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Omega Collar Shining Crystals Square Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Without damage or noteworthy wear. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. 100% Genuine. This pieces dates to the 1980s and features a broad timeless omega style collar s...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

GGTL Certified 12.66cts Cassis Natural Pearl Diamonds Necklace
Located in Préverenges, VD
Magnificent white gold 18K diamonds necklace with nice Natural Saltwater Pearl "Cassis" oval shape. Total diamonds brillant cut 0,08cts F/VS2. Pearl size : Ø 15,4x11,7 mm Pearl weigth : 12,66cts Length necklace adjustable from 42 cm. GGTL certificate : No. 23B6632 Delivered with certificate and jewellery box. This fantastic rare natural Cassis pearl...
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2010s Swiss Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

328cts Natural Pearls brown diamonds necklace WG18K diamonds clasp
Located in Préverenges, VD
Magnificent and rare white gold 18K diamonds necklace with huge Natural Saltwater Pearls Clams "Hypoppus" round shape. Total clasp diamonds brillant cut 0,09cts G/VS Total brown diam...
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2010s Swiss Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Aluminum Cube Necklace
Located in georgia, GA
The alluring hues of satin finished cube shaped anodized aluminum is displayed in this collar necklace. The cubes are 8mm and is strung alternatively with electroplated antique gold ...
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2010s American Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Other, Other

Antique Victorian Cannetille Pink Paste Collar Necklace, circa 1860
Located in Kendal, GB
A grand Antique mid Victorian collar dating from Circa 1860. The piece is made up of large Pinchbeck links gilded in 18ct Yellow Gold with stunning Cannetille workmanship and flower ...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Pinchbeck

Handmade Carved Amber 18k and 24k Gold Choker Necklace
By Aloni jewelry
Located in תל אביב - יפו, IL
this hand made one of a kind necklace made from carved white Baltic amber inlay 24k gold inside the flower, set with red Burma ruby and a vvs clarity white diamonds. the necklace mad...
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Early 2000s Israeli Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Amber, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, 24k 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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