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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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Style: Modern
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...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Weiss Silver Tone Channel Set Diamante Choker Circa 1960's
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 minimal but chic and says it all....
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1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

6.07 Carat Aquamarine Baguette Choker
Located in New York, NY
Our choker necklace with Aquamarines, total weight 6.07 carat harmoniously complemented by 1.68 carat of round diamonds, all set in rose gold.
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2010s Asian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold

Diana M. 14 kt white gold, 16" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace featuring 2.25 ct
Located in New York, NY
14 kt white gold, 16" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace featuring 2.25 cts tw round diamonds FG SI excellent cut Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

8.04 CTW Multi Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Necklace in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pomellato Diamond 18K Gold Rope Chain Hardware Link Necklace
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...
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1990s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

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

3.35 Ct Half-Way Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful tennis necklace with diamonds half-way! You can dress it up or wear it every day! This piece is set in 14k White gold and has 44 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 3.28c...
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2010s Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

French 18 karat Gold Rigid Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This French 18 karat gold rigid necklace is a testament to French craftsmanship and sophistication, blending the richness of yellow gold with the contemporary allure of white gold. M...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Missoni Black and White Lucite and Metal Choker Necklace, Runway Spring 2014
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...
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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

Materials

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

Tiffany & Co. Vintage Woven Necklace Choker In Solid .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace choker designed by Tiffany & Co. An iconic and classic necklace, created by Tiffany & Co., back in the 1990's. It was crafted as a intricate mesh, woven from wires made up ...
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1990s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

18 karat white gold marquise cut diamond necklace 15.22 carats
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Not your ordinary diamond necklace, but a waterfall of marquise-cut diamonds of no less than 15.22cts. This necklace follows the neckline with absolute perfection, crafted in 18kt wh...
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2010s European Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

22.06 Carat Natural Mix Shaped Yellow Diamond Necklace, In 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Located in New York, NY
Presenting our extraordinary Mix-Shaped Cut Yellow Diamond natural yellow diamond Mix shaped necklace, adorned with a breathtaking array of 34 yellow diamonds in heart-shaped, oval c...
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Herringbone Chain in Yellow Gold, Flat Link Wide Chain
Located in Austin, TX
The herringbone chain, or flat gold chain style, which dates back to ancient Egyptian times, is a sophisticated design. It gets its name from the herri...
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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...
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

European 1970s hand engraved 18k gold and diamond necklace
Located in London, GB
This remarkable 1970s 18k gold necklace is completely hand made and hand engraved. The corners of each triangular piece is adorned with small diamonds which accentuate the overall sp...
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1970s European Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

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...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

30 Carat Natural Mix Shaped Yellow Diamond Necklace, In 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our extraordinary Mix-Shaped Cut Yellow Diamond tennis necklace, showcasing a stunning array of 56 yellow diamonds in heart-shaped, oval cut, and radiant shapes. These pe...
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brilliant Necklace 3.45 ct 170 Diamonds Gold Princess Jewelry Tennisnecklace
Located in Viena, Viena
..princess jewelry.....fully movable brilliant necklace consisting of 170 full-cut brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approx. 3.45 ct, TW-W (fine white-white) / SI1-P (very small, clear...
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2010s Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

10 Carat Diamond Riviera Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This beautiful Riviera necklace features 87 round brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated total weight of 10 carats of very well cut H color SI clarity diamonds. 16 inches in length...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

16.10 Ct. SI/HI Pear Marquise Round Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
The necklace is designed to gracefully drape around the neck, creating a breathtaking display of shimmering diamonds. The adjustable chain length allows for versatility, ensuring a p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Rare LEO DE VROOMEN 18K Yellow AMETHYST, CHRYSOPRASE and ENAMEL SUITE , ca. 1984
Located in New York, NY
DE VROOMEN: HARMONY IN COLOUR AND FORM - Extraordinary Collectors Piece : Phenomenal jewelry Parure composed of buff-top Amethysts, Chrysoprase beads, Enamel and 18k Yellow Gold. Sta...
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1980s Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Enamel

Peacock Pearl Semi-precious Bead Crystal Designer Alexis Bittar Vintage Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Chic and Stylish Five-station Necklace adorned with Freshwater Peacock Pearl clusters • semi-precious Beads • Pyrite • Quartz • Swarovski Crystals • Gunmetal make u...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Crystal, Quartz, Pyrite

26.00 Carat 18K White Gold Ladies Emerald Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with our 18K White Gold 26.00cttw Emerald Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace, a true masterpiece of refined luxury. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. 14 kt white gold, 16" diamond tennis necklace featuring 3.00 cts tw
Located in New York, NY
14 kt white gold, 16" diamond tennis necklace featuring 3.00 cts tw diamonds FG SI Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop s...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Signed Monet Rhodium Plated Leaves Collar Necklace, 1956 Ad Piece
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

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 ...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Angela Caputi Transparent and Orange Resin Seashell Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Caputi designed this superb resin choker necklace. This necklace features a set of faceted beads in crystal clear color contrasted with an asymmetric pendant built with orange marble seashell...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Sapphire Harlequin Choker Necklace, Mint Green & White Sapphire, Silver
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
We are obsessed with the lozenge cut, enough to make a necklace that resembles the famous harlequin print. Featuring an alternating row of brazil green lozenge sapphires and princess cut white sapphires, this necklace is extendable, so you can wear it on all occasions. We hope this necklace gives you the witty and mischievous attitude harlequins are known for. Please allow up to six weeks to make your custom choker. Details: Silver Sustainably created lab brazil green spinels Sustainably created lab white sapphires Our lab grown gemstones...
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2010s Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Silver

14K Yellow Single Wave Necklace with Diamond Accent and Adjustable Chain
By Yakira Rona Jewelry
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Wave necklace is a statement piece on its own but can be used as a layer piece if desired. The length is adjustable for this reason. The diamond accent represents the glow fro...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

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 ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

GIA Certified 48 Carat Riviera Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite 17' Tennis necklace in platinum with basket prong set 17' Tennis necklace in platinum with basket prong set GIA certified G-H/VVS1-SI1 cushion cut diamonds.
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Snake Box Chain in 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Square Smooth Snake Chain
Located in Austin, TX
This snake box chain is fluid and flexible and lays against the skin for a comfortable wear. This hand polished 14kt snake chain is a unique chain look...
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamante Pear and Round Cut Choker Circa 1960s
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 ...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

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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...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Massive Transparent Gray Lucite Geometric Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning modernist bib features a modern handmade geometric choker necklace. Each extra-thick block of Lucite or Plexiglass is hinged, allowing the elements to move with the wea...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

Grosse, Germany Mid-Century Woven Gold and Diamond Swag Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century woven gold and diamond swag necklace featuring a swagged center accented with claw-set diamonds and flanked by scrolled diamond ornaments wi...
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1960s German Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

23.64 Carat Mixed Emerald Choker
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous choker with mix shape emeralds total weight 23.64 carat and 0.09ct diamond clasp.
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2010s Asian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

1980s Fancy 18 Karat Yellow Gold Choker Links Necklace 124.5 Grams
Located in Miami, FL
Make your mark in fashion with this fashionably designed 1980's Figure 8, Infinity style, 17 inch Italian necklace. Weighing 124.5 grams of 18K yellow gold, this 13mm Wide neck...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

French Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Interlaced Flat Mesh Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This pre-owned gold necklace features flat intertwined links that fall to the front. The clasp is a lobster clasp. Length : 46....
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Boucher Baguette and Round Choker Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Boucher Baguette and Round Choker Circa 1960s.This is a necklace that was so well thought out and looks so well in its detail. They truly don't make them like this any more....
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1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

MAUKE V JEWELRY Sterling Silver Choker Viking With Hammered Structure
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Experience a truly distinctive design that enhances the grace of your neck. This bold sterling silver choker exudes a hardcore charm, making it a standout addition to your collection...
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Diana M.18 kt white gold, 16" 4 prong diamond graduated tennis necklace 25cts
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold, 16" 4 prong diamond graduated tennis necklace adorned with 25.05 cts tw of round diamonds (89 stones) (center stone 1.27 cts and two side stones-2.05 cts, four side...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diana M.Custom 28.50 Cts 4 Prong Round Diamond 14k White Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 14k White gold 4 prong diamond tennis necklace a 28.50 cts round diamonds 90 stones 0.31 each.Color FG SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 18 kt two tone pearl and diamond necklace adorned with pearls
Located in New York, NY
18 kt two tone pearl and diamond necklace adorned with pearls surrounded by 19.66 cts tw of diamonds in a flower design and separated by leaves and diamonds. Diana M. is a leading su...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Guy Laroche Paris Brutalist Gilt Metal Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely French designer Guy Laroche Paris choker necklace features a dimensional brutalist shape, with gilt metal all textured. The choker has a toggle closing clasp and is signe...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Bulgari Divas' Dream 18 Kt. Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Onyx Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
18 kt. rose gold necklace signed by Bulgari. This iconic design is featured by divas' dream links made with mother of pearl and onyx. With its feminine design, delicate gem arrangeme...
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Pennino Baguette and Pave Art Deco Choker Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pennino Baguette and Pave Art Deco Choker Circa 1960s. This is a gorgeous choker necklace from Pennino. They made such magnificent items which gives them the illusion of be...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Kenzo Paris Gilt Metal Geometric Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This gorgeous Kenzo Paris choker necklace features an around-the-neck geometric shape with gilt metal dimensional carving and satin finish textured aspect. The brand tag "Kenzo - Par...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Vintage 18k White Gold Large Open Link Diamond and Sapphire Choker Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely and tasteful late 20th century choker length 18k white gold necklace is set with hundreds of vivid natural blue sapphires and brilliant cut diamonds in alternating links....
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

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