Modern Choker Necklaces
MODERN STYLE
Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.
Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”
A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.
Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.
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Inga-Britt "Ibe" Dahlquist. Modernist neck ring in sterling silver.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Inga-Britt "Ibe" Dahlquist. Modernist neck ring in sterling silver.
The pendant is shaped like a bird.
Visby 1984.
Hallmarked.
Perfect condition.
Neck ring: Diameter 13.0 cm.
Pendant...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pear Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in IN
Surrounding the emerald are shimmering Diamonds, meticulously set in a halo design. These Diamonds, chosen for their exceptional brilliance and fire, add a touch of luxury and glamou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pear Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in IN
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the necklace is fashioned in 14 Karat White Gold, adding a timeless elegance to the design. The lustrous white gold setting provides the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
Natural 3.30 Carat SI/HI Diamond Choker Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Step into a realm of refined elegance with this Natural 3.30 Carat SI/HI Diamond Choker Necklace, meticulously crafted in exquisite 18 Karat White Gold. This stunning necklace is a m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Weiss Silver Tone Channel Set Diamante Choker Circa 1960's
By Weiss
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Weiss Silver Tone Channel Set Diamante Choker Circa 1960's. This is a design since the beginning of time that will always be in style. It is mi...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
Angela Caputi Black, Green and Ivory Resin Choker Necklace Flowers and Owls
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Caputi designed this lovely resin choker necklace. This necklace features carved beads with flower and owl shapes and geometric pebble elements. The choker boasts black with g...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
20 Carat Diamond Link Round Brilliant Cut Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
This gorgeous necklace will simply take your breath away! It features natural round brilliant cut diamonds. These sparkling diamonds conservatively grade as G/H VS/ in quality.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
30 Carat Natural Untreated Diamond Tennis Necklace 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Rome, IT
This gorgeous necklace will simply take your breath away! It features a 94 natural round brilliant cut diamonds. These sparkling diamonds conservatively grade as G/H VS/ in quality. ...
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Modern Second Hand 14 Karat Yellow Rose Grey Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 14 karat yellow, rose and grey gold.
This choker necklace features an articulated V-shaped mesh, decorated on the front with alternating 3-color gold clasps and a brushed...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
20 Carat Diamond Link Round Brilliant Cut Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
This gorgeous necklace will simply take your breath away! It features natural round brilliant cut diamonds. These sparkling diamonds conservatively grade as G/H VS/ in quality.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace Marquise Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Crafted with precision and attention to detail, this necklace is fashioned in luxurious 18 Karat White Gold, adding a timeless elegance to the design. The white gold setting provides...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Pennino Pear and Round Art Deco Choker Necklace Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pennino Pear and Round Art Deco Choker Necklace Circa 1960s. This is a gorgeous choker necklace from Pennino. They made such magnificent items which gives them the illusi...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
18kt Yellow Gold Woven Earrings Roberto Coin designer
By Roberto Coin
Located in New York, NY
Diana M. 18kt Yellow Gold Woven Earrings Roberto Coin designer
Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years.
Diana M is one-stop shop for all your j...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Modern Raw Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chiseled Clasp Necklace
By Baume
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
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
15 to 13 mm AAA+ South Sea Pearl Necklace Light Champagne Finest Luster round
Located in Viena, Viena
impressive size, a magnificent natural champagne south sea cultured pearl necklace consisting of 31 pearls, 15.1 x 13 mm, light golden tone with overtones in soft green, pink and sil...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Stainless Steel
Vintage Trifari Baguette Tennis Necklace Choker circa 1960s
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Baguette Tennis Necklace Choker Circa 1960s. The dates of this necklace make it between 1955-1969. This looks like a very expe...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
Vintage Aurora Borealis Chunky Faceted Crystal Choker Necklace, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Measures 17" total length, can be adjusted down to 14" using hook clasp and extender chain
- Aurora Borealis iridescent crystals
- Silver tone hardware
- Circa 1...
Category
1950s Unknown Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Diana M. Dazzling Riviera Necklace with 45.49cts all GIA flawless diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Dazzling Diamond Riviera Necklace set with 45.49cts 73 stones total
All GIA Certified Near colorless white in color flawless to SI clarity
Category
20th Century North American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Tubogas Necklace or Bracelet
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the 1970’s, this 14k gold necklace is a revival of a World War II era jewelry making technique called tubogas. A hollow, flexible tube consisting of interlocking gold links ma...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Collana fiore (3 elem.), Argento 925 placcato in oro 18 kt, Myosotis
Located in Capri, IT
La collezione Myosotis ispirata ad una delle meraviglie concesse dalla natura. Ci rallegra guardare i fiori e percepiamo un immediato senso di benessere. La designer si è soffermata ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century 1950s Woven Gold Ribbon Knot Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century 1950s flexible gold necklace of tapering, basket-weave design, centered by a knotted ribbon bow, in 18k with figure-8 safety. Stamped WP.
* Includes letter of authent...
Category
1950s Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Zambian Pear Emerald Gemstone Choker Necklace SI/H Diamond 14 Karat White Gold
Located in IN
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this Zambian Pear Emerald Gemstone Choker Necklace is designed to be treasured for a lifetime. The radiant 14 karat white gold setting pr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond Tennis Necklace with Detachable 4.11 Carat Rubellite Tourmaline Pendant
By SONYA K.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our signature Taylor necklace combines effortless elegance and versatility. Wear it alone or attach a pendant to elevate your look when you need it.
The necklace is handmade in 18K...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Webb Yellow Gold Textured Hammered Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Marked by a bold geometric design, this 18K yellow gold necklace by David Webb makes a fashionable statement. Its hand-hammered texture is a signature of the New York-based designer,...
Category
20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Horsebit Equestrian Choker
Located in Atlanta, GA
Introducing the Horse Bit Choker, a masterpiece of sophistication and grace. Impeccably crafted in radiant 18k gold, this choker embodies timeless elegance. Elevate your look with th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
DIana M. Custom 19.50 cts 4 Prong Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18 k white gold, 16.5" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace 19.50 cts brilliant cut round diamonds 103 stones 0.19 each FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Collana fiore, argento 925 placcato in oro 18 kt, realizzato in Italia, Myosotis
Located in Capri, IT
La collezione Myosotis ispirata ad una delle meraviglie concesse dalla natura. Ci rallegra guardare i fiori e percepiamo un immediato senso di benessere. La designer si è soffermata ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
18kt Custom White Gold Fashion Necklace Featuring 15.84 cts of round diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold fashion necklace featuring 15.84 cts of round diamonds
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
1970s Vintage Chunky Block Lucite Statement Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
The best vintage lucite necklace we have ever listed. This 1970s statement necklace is unique. Chunky faceted blocks of lucite in various sizes...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Zambian Pear Emerald Gemstone Choker Necklace SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
Located in IN
At the center of this captivating choker necklace shines a magnificent Zambian pear emerald gemstone, renowned for its deep green hue and exceptional clarity. Sourced from the presti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diana M. Custom 18k White Gold, 16.5" 15.15 Cts 4 Prong Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18 k white gold, 16.5" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace containing 15.15 cts round diamonds 99 stones 0.15 each FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Diana M. 18 kt white gold, 16" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace containing 21.25
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of our 18kt White Gold 4-prong Diamond Tennis Necklace, a captivating adornment that exudes sophistication and luxury. This exquisite necklace featur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Diamante Gold Tone with Faux Pearl Mid Size Choker Circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Diamante Gold Tone with Faux Pearl Mid Size Choker Circa 1970s. This is a 5 row choker with prong set round stones. Then on top are small round flowers or round pieces surrou...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
Vintage 70s Cartier Necklace Onyx Choker Sterling Silver 18k Gold Mabe Pearl
By Cartier
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...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterli...
Diana M. Platinum flower necklace featuring 52.15 cts of diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Platinum flower necklace featuring 52.15 cts of diamonds with round and pear shapes
Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years.
Diana M is one-stop ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Gold Tone Choker Circa 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold Tone Choker Circa 1990s. A very simple piece that just adds the finishing touch that brings your outfit up to the finished level. It is very minimalistic but don't let...
Category
1990s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
8.04 CTW Multi Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Necklace in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Designer Multi Sapphire and Diamond Choker Necklace in 14K Gold with baguette cut multi sapphire and round cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual lo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Francoise Montague Unique Vintage Glass Charm Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Beautiful charms in different size of Swarovski Crystals set on rhodium chain collar.
A must have for all season
Francoise Montague took over the De Saurma jewelry workshop in the l...
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2010s French Modern Choker Necklaces
Vintage Mexican Sterling Chocker
Located in Lake Worth, FL
This is a vintage handmade TAXCO sterling silver choker necklace. It is handmade and in Excellent Vintage Condition. It weighs about 105 grams.
It is 17 inc...
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Diamante Pear and Round Cut Choker Circa 1960s
By Eisenberg
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Diamante Pear and Round Cut Choker Circa 1960s.This is such a beautiful and well made piece of jewelry. It is substantial and well made and looks like fine jewelry. There is ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
Vintage Pennino Baguette and Round Art Deco Choker Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pennino Baguette and Round Art Deco Choker Circa 1960s. This is a gorgeous choker necklace from Pennino. They made such magnificent items which gives them the illusion o...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
11.1mm Tahitian Pearl on Leather Cord Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Tahitian Pearl on Leather Cord Necklace. Hand set with an 11.1mm Pearl on a Hand-crafted Leather Cord of 1.6mm thickness. The necklace measures approx. 18” long. Mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Angela Caputi Italy Choker Necklace Massive Turquoise Resin Chain
Located in Atlanta, GA
This adorable Angela Caputi, made-in-It Italy choker necklace features an extra-large flat resin chain design in turquoise-blue color with a black and white contrast. Her matching of...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Missoni Black and White Lucite and Metal Choker Necklace, Runway Spring 2014
By Missoni
Located in Atlanta, GA
Missoni Italy created this incredible couture choker necklace for its ready-to-wear spring 2014 runway show. The piece features an asymmetric shape built with a gunmetal rigid band c...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Monies Nocte Acrylic Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
MONIES IS A DANISH JEWELRY COMPANY FOUNDED IN 1973 BY GERDA AND NIKOLAI MONIES. ALTHOUGH BOTH ARE CLASSICALLY TRAINED GOLDSMITHS, IT WAS THEIR INTEREST AND LOVE FOR UNCONVENTIONAL N...
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2010s Danish Modern Choker Necklaces
Vintage Diamante Mid Size Choker Circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Diamante Mid Size Choker Circa 1970s. This is a 5 row choker with prong set round stones. It is slightly rounded so gives a very nice fit against the neck. Will go with any...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
Flexible Diamond Collar Choker
Located in Malibu, CA
The diamonds are always face-up on this flexible diamond collar. It is a fun and modern take on a traditional tennis necklace with its smart and sexy d...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
ZYDO 24.50cts Pear Diamond Gold Floral Link Tennis Necklace
By ZYDO
Located in Miami, FL
Estate ZYDO Diamond 18K Gold Floral Link Tennis Statement Necklace
A gorgeous floral link Tennis necklace made in 18K White gold with Natural Pe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Marquise & Round Diamond Cuff Choker Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in IN
The 14 karat white gold setting provides a luxurious backdrop for the radiant diamonds, adding a touch of timeless elegance to the piece. The cuff design ensures a comfortable and se...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Pomellato Diamond 18K Gold Rope Chain Hardware Link Necklace
By Pomellato
Located in Miami, FL
Pomellato Diamond 18K Gold Rope Chain Hardware Link Bracelet
Presenting a Statement necklace Made in 18K Yellow and white gold. The necklace ha...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Signed Monet Rhodium Plated Leaves Collar Necklace, 1956 Ad Piece
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
Rhodium plated leaves link collar necklace with fold over clasp and extra link. Marked "Monet." A goldtone necklace like this one was featured in a 1956 advertisement. Center; 1/2 inches L. Overall measures: 5.75 inches L x 5.75 inches W. Interior circumference is about 16 inches. Condition: Very Good; some scratching to back. The matching bracelet is also available.
Early Monet jewelry...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Rhodium
Angela Caputi Black and Red Resin Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This classic Angela Caputi made-in-Italy resin choker necklace works on red and black contrast. This necklace features chunky round beads with an on-the-side square bead ornate with ...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Vintage Dorsons Sterling Channel Set Square Choker Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Dorsons Sterling Channel Set Square Choker Circa 1960s. This looks like a very expensive classic necklace. It is channel set and wow does it ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
Modern Cultured Pearls Peridots 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp Necklace
By Baume
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...
Category
2010s French Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
HEIDI DAUS Turquoise Monarch Butterfly Crystal Necklace and Earrings Set
By Heidi Daus
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Designer Heidi Daus Monarch Madness Butterfly Necklace and Earring Set. Beautiful bronze/gold tone butterfly embellished with various blue and purple Swarovski crys...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Turquoise
Natural Multicolor Tahitian Pearl Necklace
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Natural Multicolor Tahitian Pearls
Pearls Size: 11-15 milimitters
Length: 17 Inches
Jewelry Gift Box Included
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Vintage Diamante Pave Wide Choker Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Diamante Pave Wide Choker Circa 1980s. This is just a cool piece but has no curb appeal until you see it on. Then it comes alive. Oval circles of w...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
Vintage Channel Set Square Choker Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Channel Set Square Choker Circa 1960s. This looks like a very expensive classic necklace. It is channel set and wow does it deliver. In great...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
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