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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 70s Cartier Necklace Onyx Choker Sterling Silver 18k Gold Mabe Pearl
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...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k G...

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

Vintage Mauboussin Yellow Gold and Diamond "Love Knot" Choker Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely and elegant French Mauboussin choker necklace has, as it's central focus, a delicate love knot which is set with thirty brilliant cut diamonds having a total approximate ...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

25 Carat Riviera Tennis Necklace Excellent Cut
Located in Rome, IT
A 25 carat diamond in platinum Riviera necklace comprised of articulating links four-prong set with graduated round brilliant cut diamonds.
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2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

MAUKE V JEWELRY Sterling Silver Choker Tango With Flower Pendant
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A choker with wire wrapped details with a beautiful eye-catching flower in bloom pendant. Inspired by this sensual dance the Tango, performed by a woman who expresses her love to her...
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

11..1mm Tahitian Pearl Blue Grey on Leather Cord Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Tahitian Pearl on Leather Cord Necklace. Hand set with an 11.1mm Tahitian Pearl, reflects Blue Gray; on a Hand-crafted Leather cord approx. 1.6mm thickness. The nec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

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Pearl

Diana M. 14kt yellow gold fashion bracelet featuring 3.00 cts of round diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14kt yellow gold fashion bracelet featuring 3.00 cts tw of round diamonds GH SI Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop shop...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Diana M. Custom 14kt white gold fashion bracelet 3.00 cts of round diamond
Located in New York, NY
Custom 14kt white gold fashion bracelet 3.00 cts of round diamonds GH color SI clarity. Excellent Cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Al Jassasiya Yellow Gold Choker With Diamonds
Located in Doha, QA
This unique piece is designed by Nada AL Sulaiti, Qatari award-winning jewellery designer. It's part of Al Jassasiya Collection which is one of our signature collections, that echoes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Qatari Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana M.14 kt yellow gold diamond original David Yarman fashion necklace
Located in New York, NY
14 kt yellow gold diamond original David Yarman fashion necklace featuring 2 twisted bands and a center 1.00 ct tw diamond X piece. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Blue Sapphires
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Blue Sapphires 72 Blue Sapphires 1.24 CT 82 Fancy Diamonds 0.90 CT 2 Rubies 0.04 CT 18K Rose Gold 7.5...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

DIana M. Necklaces 14k YG with 3.50cts of diamonds bolo deasigh
Located in New York, NY
Necklaces 14k YG with 3.50cts of diamonds bolo deasigh Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop shop for all your jewelry sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

French Cultured Pearl Strand Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Choker necklace of cultured pearls, white orient. The clasp is in 18 karat yellow gold, chiseled and ratchet with a safety "8". Diameter of the pearls : 6,5/7 mm. Length : 52,5 cm ap...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Colossal Blue Topaz 925 Chocker Statement Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This beautifully made piece is one of a kind necklace. It's massive blue topaz stone gives it that special touch that will enhance the beauty of this design. We handcrafted this neck...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Diana M. 18kt white gold flower and butterfly necklace featuring 3.50 cts
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold flower and butterfly necklace featuring 3.50 cts of round, marquise, and pear diamonds with 2.00 cts of round and pear shaped pink sapphires Diana M. is a leading su...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

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

Two Tone Choker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our Two Tone Choker is a striking embodiment of unity and togetherness. With one side plated in radiant 18k gold and the other adorned with oxidized si...
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Two Tone Choker
Two Tone Choker
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14k Solid Yellow Gold 1mm Ultrathin 15 Inch Cable Chain Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Unisex ultrathin 14K solid yellow gold cable chain choker necklace. Secured with a spring ring closure. 1mm thickness and 15 inch length. Fits 3mm bail. This chain is a durable solu...
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2010s North American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Pendant in 14k Gold, Pink Sapphire Pendant in 14k Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold pendant with amethyst, sapphires and diamonds. Amethyst pendant in 14k gold. Pink sapphire pendant in 14k gold. Material: 14k gold Weight: 1....
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2010s Turkish Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, 14k 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

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

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

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...
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1990s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Tiffany & Co 2.90 Carat Round Diamond 18k Necklace 90s
Located in Rome, IT
TIFFANY & CO. 2.91 ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant. The Pendant & Chain weigh 4.5 grams, the diamond is a natural 2.91 ct Round Brilliant Cut, E in color, VVS2 i...
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1990s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Brilliant Saphire Necklace 4.4/ 3 ct endless Hearts Luxury Jewelry for Dreamers
Located in Viena, Viena
immortalized love of the heart fully movable brilliant sapphire necklace consisting of 19 heart elements set with 322 full-cut brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approx. 4.40 ct, W (whi...
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2010s Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. 14 kt white gold, 18" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace featuring 10.50
Located in New York, NY
14 kt white gold, 18" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace featuring 10.50 cts tw of diamonds Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Stephen Webster Superstud Collar Necklace in Sterling Silver
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: This collar necklace by Stephen Webster is part of the designer's Superstud collection. It features a woven stud design, making this choker necklace a flexible and vers...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Diamond & Tourmaline Lavaliere - 18K White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Diamond & Tourmaline Lavaliere - 18K White Gold Crafted from 18kt white gold, this exquisite necklace showcases a stunning 1.65ct pear-cut tourmaline that elegantly dangles beneath ...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

HEIDI DAUS Turquoise Monarch Butterfly Crystal Necklace and Earrings Set
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Turquoise

Barry Kieselstein-Cord 18K Yellow Gold Alligator Necklace
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Barry Kieselstein-Cord Alligator Necklace 18K Yellow Gold SKU: BKC01004
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alexis Bittar Signed Designer Spiral Swarovski Crystal Gray Pearl Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Alexis Bittar Signed Designer Sparkling Swarovski Crystal Spiral Ring Gray Pearl Choker Necklace. Lobster claw clasp. Approx. 17” long, measured straight ac...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

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

Chimento 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Link Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat white and yellow gold. Signed Chimento, this second-hand necklace features slightly domed diamond-shaped motifs and elongated articulated motifs. They are in white gold on one side and yellow gold on the other. The clasp opens with a push-button and is set on one side with a modern brilliant-cut diamond in a star-shaped closed setting. Numbered 408 VI. Length : 42 cm approximately, width : 8 approximately, thickness : 3,5 approximately. Total weight of the jewel : 42 g approximately. Second- hand Chimento gold necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana M. 18 kt white gold, 16" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace with 27cts
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold, 16" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace adorned with 27.26 cts tw of brilliant cut round diamonds (93 stones) Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 18 kt yellow gold, 17" 3 prong diamond tennis necklace
Located in New York, NY
18 kt yellow gold, 17" 3 prong diamond tennis necklace adorned with 26.00 cts tw of round diamonds (83 stones) 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, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ciner Silver Tone Diamante Rounded Choker Necklace Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Ciner Silver Tone Diamante Rounded Choker Necklace Circa 1980s. No more need be said about this beauty. It is a classic that has been made throug...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Angela Caputi Black and Green Resin Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Angela Caputi, made in Italy resin choker necklace. Working on black and green contrast, this necklace features chunky carved pebble beads with a central rounded bead with a ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Diana M. Custom 23.38 cts 4 Prong 18k White Gold Graduated Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18k white gold graduated tennis necklace 23.38 cts round diamonds Color FG SI clarity. Excellent cut center diamond 1 ct.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Custom 23.00cts 3 Prong Diamond 18k White Gold 16" Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18k white gold, 16" 3 prong diamond tennis necklace 23.00 cts of round diamonds 90 stones 0.25 each GH color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 18 kt white gold, 16" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace featuring 28.40
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold, 16" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace featuring 28.40 cts tw of brilliant cut round diamonds (81 stones) Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 18kt White Gold Graduated Riviera Tennis Necklace 24.45 cts 3-prong
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold graduated tennis necklace featuring 24.45 cts of round brilliant diamons set in a 3 prong setting. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Custom 25.00 cts Round 4 Prong Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18 k yellow gold, 17" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace 25.00 cts round diamonds 99 stones 0.24 each FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Diana M. Custom Platinum, 16.5" 51.82 Cts 4 Prong Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Platinum, 16.5" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace 51.82 cts round diamonds 72 stones-0.70 cts each stone FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. Custom 18.20 cts 18k Rose Gold 32" Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18k rose gold, 32" diamond tennis necklace 18.20 cts round diamonds 197 stones 0.09 each.Color FG SI clarity. Excellent cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Diana M. Custom 17.45 Cts Round Diamond Graduated 18k White Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18k white gold graduated tennis necklace 17.45cts round diamonds set in 3 prongs. Color FG SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M.Custom 50.00 Cts Diamond Opera Length Riviera 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18 k Yellow gold, 32" diamond opera length riviera necklace 50.00 cts round diamonds GH color SI clarity.Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Modern Baume Creation Moonstones Vermeil Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in vermeil, silver overlaid with yellow gold This feminine choker features cushion-cut briolette moonstones in a closed setting, separated by rings. The clasp is a snap hook...
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2010s French Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Silver

2.96 Carat Diamond Choker
Located in New York, NY
Dazzling 2.96 carat central emerald-cut diamond and baguette diamonds.
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2010s Israeli Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Diana M. Custom 14.00 cts 3 Prong Diamond 18k White Gold 16'' Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18 kt white gold, 16" 14.00 cts 3 prong round diamonds 140 stones 0.1 each. FG color SI clarity. Excellent Cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Modern Baume Creation Labradorites Vermeil Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in vermeil, silver overlaid with yellow gold This feminine choker features cushion-cut briolette labradorites in a closed setting, separated by rings. The clasp is a snap ho...
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2010s French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Labradorite, Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Silver

Diana M Custom 5.00 cts Graduated Tennis Necklace 16.5" 18kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18k white gold graduated half way diamond tennis necklace containing 5.00 cts of round brilliant cut diamonds.Color FG SI clar...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Custom 38.60 Cts Bezel Set Necklace Diamond 44" 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18 k white gold, 44" bezel set diamond necklace 38.60 cts round diamonds 124 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.Custom 40.00 Cts Diamond-By-The-Yard Necklace 42" 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Custom 42" 18k white gold long bezel set approximately 40.00cts diamond-by-the-yard 125stone 0.32 each. Color FG SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 15.56 Ct. SI/HI Multi Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine 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

Modern Sapphire & Diamond Graduated Heart Necklace
Located in Bloomington, MN
Modern Sapphire & Diamond Graduated Heart Necklace Introducing our enchanting vintage heart necklace, a symbol of timeless affection. Beautiful...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow 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

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 20.37cts 4 prong Diamond Riviera 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18k yellow gold long 4 prong diamond Riviera necklace 20.37 cts diamonds 197 stones 0.10 each. Color FG SI clarity. Excellent cut 32"
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Diana M. Custom 23.30 Cts 4 Prong Round Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18 k yellow gold, 16" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace 23.30 cts Round diamonds 91 stones 0.25 each. Color FG SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

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