Contemporary Choker Necklaces

CONTEMPORARY STYLE

Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.

Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.

This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.

Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.

Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

Gemstone: Cultured Pearl

Style: Contemporary

Choker-Length Strand of 11.5mm Tahitian Pearls w White Gold & Diamond Ball Clasp

By Eytan Brandes

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...

Choker-Length Strand of 11.5mm Tahitian Pearls w White Gold & Diamond Ball Clasp

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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

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl

Freshwater Baroque Pearl Bakelite Security Clasp Yellow Gold 18 Karat

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Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Velvet Choker Necklace

By Nathalie Jean

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

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Velvet Choker Necklace

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Stephen Dweck Carved Crystal Quartz & Pearl Multi-Strand Brass Necklace

By Stephen Dweck

Located in New York, NY

Bronze Stephen Dweck collar multi-strand necklace Featuring carved fancy cut quartz over mother of pearl doublet Baroque oval cultured pearl and toggle closure The necklace measures ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Rock Crystal, Quartz, Brass

Stephen Dweck Carved Crystal Quartz & Pearl Multi-Strand Brass Necklace

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14k Amazing Cultured 9mm Button Pearl and Baguette Diamond Necklace, App. 1.54

Located in Southport, CT

14k white gold necklace. This amazing necklace contains round, 9 mm to 9.25 mm cultured button pearls which are arrayed in a multitude of tones - pinkish white, purple, champagne, go...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

14k Amazing Cultured 9mm Button Pearl and Baguette Diamond Necklace, App. 1.54

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14 Karat Yellow Gold Seedpearl Choker with Turquoise Beads Hi June Parker

By Hi June Parker

Located in New York, NY

This is no ordinary pearl choker with a pop of color in the form of color block with faceted semi-precious Turquoise stones. A fun layering piece for all seasons if you like to layer your necklaces with...

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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Seedpearl Choker with Turquoise Beads Hi June Parker

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14K Karat Yellow Gold Seedpearl Choker with Amazonite Stones Hi June Parker

By Hi June Parker

Located in New York, NY

This is no ordinary pearl choker with a pop of color in the form of color block with faceted semi-precious Amazonite stones. A fun layering piece for all seasons if you like to layer your necklaces with...

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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Amazonite, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

14K Karat Yellow Gold Seedpearl Choker with Amazonite Stones Hi June Parker

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Necklaces Baroque Pearls Diamond Bead

Located in Vannes, FR

Baroque pearls come from the South Seas, where nature creates underwater treasures of striking beauty. Their soft, organic irregular shape adds a captivating dimension to these neckl...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18...

Necklaces Baroque Pearls Diamond Bead

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14k Yellow Gold Seedpearl Choker with Multi-Sapphire and Ruby Hi June Parker

By Hi June Parker

Located in New York, NY

This is no ordinary pearl choker with a pop of color in the form of color block with faceted semi-precious multi-color Sapphire and Ruby stones. A fun layering piece for all seasons ...

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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Seedpearl Choker with Multi-Sapphire and Ruby Hi June Parker

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18 Karat Yellow Gold Single Pearl Pendant Slide

By Faye Kim

Located in Westport, CT

Faye Kim's single pearl pendant slide. Oversized white freshwater culture pearl on a yellow cable chain. Simple, classic and always stylish! Pear...

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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Single Pearl Pendant Slide

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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,...

Three-Strand Akoya Pearl Choker with Diamond Bar Accents in 18 Karat Gold

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Necklace South Sea Grey Baroque Pearl Rose Gold 18 Karat

Located in Vannes, FR

Discover the timeless splendor of the Baroque gray South Sea pearl necklace, sublimated by the bewitching radiance of a golden pink pearl at the heart of its design. This exceptional...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, R...

Necklace South Sea Grey Baroque Pearl Rose Gold 18 Karat

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5.00 Carat Diamond and Pearl White Gold Necklace

By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.

Located in New York, NY

Stunning Pearl Necklace. The necklace is 18K white gold There are 35 7.5-8.00 mm cultured pearls There are 5.00 Carats In Diamonds F/G VS/SI. The necklace is 17" in length. It weighs...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

5.00 Carat Diamond and Pearl White Gold Necklace

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Diamond and Cultured Tahitian Silver Pearl 14 Karat White Gold Station Necklace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Contemporary diamond and pearl station necklace will make an elegant statement on the neck. The diamond encrusted bar links paired with the stunning silver pearls is truly a sight to...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Diamond and Cultured Tahitian Silver Pearl 14 Karat White Gold Station Necklace

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Diamond and Akoya Cultured Pearls Necklace in 950 Platinum

Located in Lucerne, CH

This delicate and flexible handcrafted platinum necklace is set with 95 brilliant-cut diamonds of G/H colour and vs clarity, total weight approximately 10.00 carats. Accented by 51 b...

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20th Century Swiss Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Diamond and Akoya Cultured Pearls Necklace in 950 Platinum

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Cellini Alternating Cultured Pearl and 10.00 Carat Diamond Ball Necklace

By Cellini

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful Classic pearl and diamond strand necklace by Cellini jewelers NYC. This necklace is composed of 25 cultured 9 mm pearl...

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1990s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cellini Alternating Cultured Pearl and 10.00 Carat Diamond Ball Necklace

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White Cultured Pearl Necklace with Gold Clasp

By Christina Addison

Located in New York, NY

Elegant slightly graduated White Cultured Pearl Necklace with 18kt White Gold clasp. The cream colored pearls with beautiful luster measure ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Cultured Pearl Necklace with Gold Clasp

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Faye Kim 18k Gold Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Necklace

By Faye Kim

Located in Westport, CT

Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Necklace. Black Tahitian Baroque Cultured Pearl Necklace. Classic, chic and finished with Faye Kim's signature 18k green gold handmade clasp...

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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 18k Gold Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Necklace

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South Sea Pearl Strand, 18 Karat Gold 3.74 Carat Diamond Ball Clasp

By Cellini

Located in New York, NY

This majestic 17 3/4" necklace is comprised of 27 perfectly matched round White South Sea cultured pearls ranging in sizes from 13mm to 16.6 mm. The 14 mm clasp is defined by 3.47 ca...

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Early 2000s Australian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Strand, 18 Karat Gold 3.74 Carat Diamond Ball Clasp

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace

By Faye Kim

Located in Westport, CT

Unique and hard to find, an oversized, baroque white south sea pearl is studded with round brilliant cut diamonds. Each diamond is bezel set and hangs on a triple strand cable chain...

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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace

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Tannler of Switzerland 18KT Gold, 8.50 Carat Diamond Hearts and Pearl Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Feel like a princess in this beautiful 18 karat white gold, diamond and pearl necklace created by Tannler of Switzerland. The necklace features 9 diamond hearts bead set with round b...

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1990s Swiss Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Tannler of Switzerland 18KT Gold, 8.50 Carat Diamond Hearts and Pearl Necklace

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Capucelli '5.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs

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L 17 in

Capucelli '3.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs

By Capucelli

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 Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Capucelli '3.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs

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L 17 in

Capucelli '4.24 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs

By Capucelli

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 Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Capucelli '4.24 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs

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L 16 in

Glimmer and Shake Choker, with Pearls and Diamonds by Michelle Massoura

By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery

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

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Glimmer and Shake Choker, with Pearls and Diamonds by Michelle Massoura

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L 14.57 in

Capucelli '7.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 3-Prongs

By Capucelli

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 Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Capucelli '7.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 3-Prongs

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L 17 in

Tahitian Black Pearl Strand with Pink Undertones with a 14 Karat Ball Clasp

Located in Great Neck, NY

This beautiful black Tahitian pearl necklace is stunning with pink undertones. These 12-14.2mm pearls make an 18 inch strand made out of 33 pearls. The pearls are expertly strung wit...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Black Pearl Strand with Pink Undertones with a 14 Karat Ball Clasp

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Handcraft Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Agate Citrine Beaded Necklace

By SCALA GIOIELLI

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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Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Agate Citrine Beaded Necklace

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L 23.63 in

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 Antique Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

Antique Inlaid Turquoise Gold Wire Choker Necklace

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W 1.11 in L 19.49 in

Dime Pearls Necklace 18 Karat Gold

Located in Carlsbad, CA

Dime Pearls = 14 millimeters Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 17 Inches Jewelry Gift Box Included

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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dime Pearls Necklace 18 Karat Gold

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L 17 in

Diamond & Cultured Pearl Necklace

Located in Miami, FL

This beautiful 14 karat yellow gold diamond & cultured pearl necklace is a perfect everyday necklace. It has alternating diamonds and pearls that hang ever so gracefully.

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2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond & Cultured Pearl Necklace

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10.54 Carat Graduated Diamond Tennis Necklace 14k White Gold by Gem Jewelers Co

Located in Miami, FL

Expertly crafted from premium quality diamonds, this necklace boasts a stunning graduated elegant, sophisticated, and classic design. Each diamond in this tennis necklace has been ca...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

10.54 Carat Graduated Diamond Tennis Necklace 14k White Gold by Gem Jewelers Co

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L 16 in

14K White Gold and Diamonds Choker Necklace

Located in BRISBANE, QLD

14 karat white gold choker necklace with 15 round diamonds of total weight 0.93 carat. The chain has 3 extension jump rings and fitted with a lobster clasp. Total maximum length is 1...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold and Diamonds Choker Necklace

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L 13.5 in

Previously Available Items

"Sprig" Yellow Gold Pendant and Necklace with Akoya Pearls

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Eytan Brandes converted this 1970s pearl spray brooch to a pendant. As a pin, it demurely announced "I'm to be worn on a cashmere sweater or perh...

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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Sprig" Yellow Gold Pendant and Necklace with Akoya Pearls

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H 2.84 in W 1.34 in L 15.36 in

South Sea Baroque Pearls Necklaces with Yellow Gold with Bakelite Clasp

Located in Vannes, FR

South Sea Baroque Pearls Necklaces with Yellow Gold with Bakelite Clasp These baroque pearls give a more modern look to this necklace. The iridescent color reflects the spectrum of t...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...

South Sea Baroque Pearls Necklaces with Yellow Gold with Bakelite Clasp

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L 18.9 in

18 Karat Yellow Gold Single Pearl Pendant Slide

By Faye Kim

Located in Westport, CT

Faye Kim's single pearl pendant slide. Oversized white freshwater culture pearl on a yellow cable chain. Simple, classic and always stylish! Pear...

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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Single Pearl Pendant Slide

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W 0.52 in

18 Karat White Gold Single Pearl Pendant Slide

By Faye Kim

Located in Westport, CT

Faye Kim's single pearl pendant slide. Oversized white freshwater culture pearl on a white gold cable chain. Simple, classic and always stylish! ...

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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Single Pearl Pendant Slide

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W 0.52 in

18 Karat White Gold Single Pearl Pendant Slide

By Faye Kim

Located in Westport, CT

Faye Kim's single pearl pendant slide in 18k white gold. Oversized white freshwater cultured pearl on a cable chain. Simple. classic and always st...

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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Single Pearl Pendant Slide

Dm 0.52 in

Yoko London Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Choker Necklace in 18K White Gold

By Yoko London

Located in London, GB

Comprised of timeless, jewellery box staples, our Classic collection is designed to last through the generations. This elegant choker features three rows of lustrous Freshwater pearl...

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2010s British Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Yoko London Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Choker Necklace in 18K White Gold

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L 14.5 in

Yoko London Akoya Pearl and Diamond Choker Necklace in 18K White Gold

By Yoko London

Located in London, GB

Comprised of timeless, jewellery box staples, our Classic collection is designed to last through the generations. This elegant choker features four rows of lustrous Akoya pearls, acc...

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2010s British Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Yoko London Akoya Pearl and Diamond Choker Necklace in 18K White Gold

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L 14.5 in

South Sea Grey Baroque Pearl with Pink Gold Necklace

Located in Vannes, FR

South Sea Baroque Grey Pearl with Pink gold Necklace Baroque Pearl 15/16 mm Pink Gold 18 k 2 grams Bakelite Claps

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, ...

South Sea Grey Baroque Pearl with Pink Gold Necklace

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L 20.87 in

Marina J. Statement White Pearl Woven Choker with White Gold Plated Silver Clasp

By Marina J.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful and elegant piece by Marina J. This lovely Choker is made using 3mm and 6mm cultured Pearls all woven together into a fine lace like des...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Marina J. Statement White Pearl Woven Choker with White Gold Plated Silver Clasp

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H 1 in Dm 5 in L 13 in

South Sea Baroque Pearls Necklaces with Yellow Gold with Bakelite Clasp

Located in Vannes, FR

South Sea Baroque Pearls Necklaces with Yellow Gold with Bakelite Clasp French Collection by Mesure et Art du Temps. These baroque pearls give a more modern look to this necklace. T...

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