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New 2.63 Carat Heart Ruby Diamond Cut Ruby 14k Y Gold PL Sterling Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just gorgeous and unique. It has a Heart-Shaped Ruby Cabochon Centerstone that measures 10 x 9 x 4 mm and it totals 2.63 carats. It is surrounded by 2 rows of diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

RALP LAUREN signed vintage gold tone glass massive designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed RALPH LAUREN • gold tone with glass • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

Betony Vernon "O Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" in 18-Karat Gold is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the term Betony Vernon coined to name her first fine erotic jewelry designs in 1992. The ...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

ST JOHN signed vintage gold tone massive collar choker designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed ST JOHN • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 32 ❤️❤️ VI...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

Goossens Paris Emerald Green Rock Crystal Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Emerald green rock crystal necklace set in 24k plated brass from Goossens Paris. A timeless theme that sees its colors change with the seasons. Each rock crystal stone is hand-dyed...
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2010s French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, Emerald

TIFFANY Co. Return to Tiffany 18K Yellow Gold Oval Tag Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Return to Tiffany 18K Yellow Gold Oval Tag Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 15.5", choker style Oval tag: 22.5mm wide x 18mm high Weight: 39.50 grams Hallmar...
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2010s Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Iridescent Glass Bead Necklace with Sterling Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
This vintage beaded necklace features a stunning strand of iridescent glass beads, radiating hues of violet, green, and gold with every movement. Graduated in size, the round beads a...
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold, Tubogas Collar Necklace, Hallmarked London 1947
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Tubogas Necklace 9ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked London 1947 This stunning 9ct yellow gold necklace is a true vintage beauty from the 1940s. The Tubogas design adds a touch of...
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Mid-20th Century English Choker Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1930s Cobalt Blue Glass Clear Faceted Crystal Bead Necklace, Art Deco
Located in Milford, DE
Vintage 1930s Cobalt Blue Glass Clear Faceted Crystal Bead Necklace, Art Deco Style, Hand-Linked A beautiful example of early-century costume jewelry craftsmanship, this vintag...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Crystal

BoG 14K Yellow White Gold Parentesi Necklace 55.5 grams 18" Long .45" Wide
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just rich looking and exquisite! It is pre-owned but just like new. It is fashioned after Bvlgari's Parentesi necklace, or as it's sometimes referred to as "Bulgar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Italian Graduated Byzantine Chain Necklace 18" - 25.16 Grams
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just beautiful. It is pre-owned but just like new. It's been very well-cared for. The necklace starts at 9.3 mm at the clasp and graduates to 13 mm at the widest ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Cable Link 16" Choker Necklace with Heart Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed vintage silver necklace. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Comprising a 16" cable link necklace with a heart shaped tag or charm attached. With a lobster clasp c...
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

14k Yellow Gold .16 Carat Diamond Slide Love Pendant w 14k Gold Chain 18"
Located in Eagan, MN
This pendant is just so beautiful!! I just love the design of it. It's a very modern looking pendant. One side of the pendant is brush gold and the other is high polish gold. It ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modernist Space Age Stainless Steel and Red Glass Cabochon Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning modernist Space Age necklace was crafted in France in the 1970s. The choker boasts stainless steel hammered geometric elements, ornate with dangling charm pendants. The...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR gold plated enamel crystals designer runway necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold plated with enamel and crystals • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with mini...
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1980s German Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Angela Caputi Italy Choker Necklace Massive Red Cinnabar Resin Chain
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Angela Caputi, made-in-Italy, choker necklace features an extra-large flat resin chain design in red cinnabar color with white swirling and a black contrast. Her color ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Christian Dior Vintage Sapphire Water Tear Drop Crystals Omega Mesh Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Sapphire Navy Blue Peacock Feather Tear Water Drop Crystals Triangle Openwork Pendant Omega Mesh Woven Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent ...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

New 1.15 Carat Heart Pink Sapphire Diamond Cut Red Sapphire Sterling Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just gorgeous and has such a fabulous unique design. This is one of those pieces I would love to own. It has a Center Stone Heart Shaped Pink Sapphire that is .93 ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Vintage CORO signed gold tone pearls rhinestones flower necklace bracelet set
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CORO • gold tone with faux pearls and rhinestones • vintage designer necklace bracelet set MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minima...
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1970s Vintage Choker Necklaces

Marina J Intricate Draped Seed Pearl Woven Choker with Sliding Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful handwoven pearl choker has pearls from 2.5mm to 3mm. The necklace is intricately handwoven to create a “lace like” design. The Choker is tapered in design to fit along...
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21st Century and Contemporary American High Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Rhodium, Silver

Cartier Double Chain Mini Trinity Necklace 18k Yellow Gold 16" Choker Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed pre-owned Cartier double chain mini Trinity necklace crafted in 18k yellow gold. The necklace sits nicely at the nape of the neck, with an adjustable l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hans Myhre Norway Scandinavian Modernist Guilloche Enamel Gold PL Silver Suite
Located in Eagan, MN
This Hans Myhre Modernist Norwegian Guilloche Enamel Silver Necklace Gilt Sterling Silver Suite including Necklace, Bracelet, Earrings, and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Buccellati Garland Necklace Emeralds Diamonds 18K
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This necklace is special as it is a garland of flowers. This matches Many Buccellati pieces. I just love the Emeralds and Diamonds insert into this piece. The length is 16" it is 35...
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1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co. Bean Sterling Silver 18-Inch Choker Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed silver choker necklace. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. From the 'Bean' series. Consisting of a large bean shaped pendant on a silver wire wit...
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20th Century Modern Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Iradj Moini Pink Quartz Semi Precious Carved Antler Monkey Necklace Earrings
Located in University City, MO
Iradj Moini Exquisite chunky semi precious rose quartz & rock crystal carved monkey necklace & earrings ensemble The handmade artisan necklace ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Choker Necklaces

10k Yellow Gold .20 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Saturn Y Split Drop Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just gorgeous on. It's just very sexy and sensual. The necklace is 10k yellow gold and has 10 1.7 mm diamond saturns strategically placed in stations on the chain....
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Collier Camélia Gripoix 1998 Fancy Pearls and Camelia Choker Necklace
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Fall/Winter 1998 collection necklace by Gripoix, a choker composed of large, irregularly shaped oval beads and a large camellia in iridescent glass paste. It fastens with a ho...
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

Bochic “Capri” Ruby Multi Color Sapphire Choker Set In 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Multi Color Sapphire Chocker Set In 18K Gold & Silver open and close hinge and safety locks Natural Red Ruby - 8 Carats Natural Blue Sapphire - 9 Carats Na...
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Late 20th Century Thai Anglo-Indian Choker Necklaces

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Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Extraordinary Estate Yvel Multi-Colored Baroque Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
By Yvel
Located in New York, NY
The mesmerizing power of pearls is legendary. Pearls were and continue to be the most valuable of jewels- well documented in Royal portraits - Queen Elizabeth I, King Ferdinand V, In...
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Early 2000s Israeli Artist Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Marina J. Woven Pearl Choker Necklace with 14 k Gold plated clasp and beads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand woven choker is made by intricately weaving 6-7.5 mm cultured pearls with 14k yellow gold faceted beads. Choker measures 13" in length and 1 1/4" in height. The choker is ...
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2010s American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kenneth Jay Lane Modernist Black Onyx Gold-Tone Ball Collar Choker Necklace
Located in Milford, DE
Make a striking, sophisticated statement with this elegant Kenneth Jay Lane (KJL) Modernist collar choker necklace. This piece is highly characteristic of KJL's celebrated Mid-Centur...
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Onyx, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Sculpted Collar Necklace with Turquoise Cabochon Ends
Located in New York, NY
Experience timeless elegance with this enchanting 18K yellow gold collar necklace, a piece where minimalism meets splendor. Its sculpted form contours gracefully around the neck, fea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ilias Lalaounis 18k Gold Twisted Link w/ Dragon Serpent Heads Choker Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 18k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 44.55 Grams Chain Type: Hinged Twisted Choker Link Necklace w/ Dragon Serpent Heads End Chain Length: 15 Inches (wearable length) (including t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace with pearls and rose cut diamonds 18k gold and silver 12.4 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver centerpiece set with pearls and rose diamonds - 40 cm long detailed description: the length of the necklace is 40 cm long by 2.1 mm ...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

TIFFANY Co. Atlas 18K Gold Diamond Groove Bar Link Necklace 16"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY Co. Atlas 18K Gold Diamond Groove Bar Link Necklace 16" Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 73.90 grams Length: 16" long Diamond: 20 round brilliant diamonds, carat tot...
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1990s Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst, Peridot Necklace Set 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst, Peridot & Topaz Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver Elegant and Classic Italian style Can be worn with or without drop Natural Ruby - 28 Carats...
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20th Century Thai Classical Roman Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver

CARL BUCHERER Necklace with ruby and brilliant cut diamond up to 2.50ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
CARL BUCHERER - 18k yellow gold necklace with a ruby ​​up to 3.00 ct and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 2.50 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 40 cm long Detailed description: The necklace is 40 cm...
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Fine Italian Substantial 92.6g 18K Yellow Gold Articulated Snake Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Fine Italian substantial 18K yellow gold articulated Snake statement necklace Milan, 1980's Classic wide gold necklaces have been treasured for cen...
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20th Century Italian Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Dior by John Galliano Bronze Maasai Choker Necklace 1997-98
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Dior Galliano Bronze Maasai Choker, 1997–1998 An extraordinary creation from John Galliano’s Maasai collections for Dior, 1997–1998, th...
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

Massive Avant-garde Silver Metal Bird Design Articulated Choker Necklace c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Massive avant-garde silver plated metal bird design articulated choker necklace c 1970s The unique artisan choker is designed with a rigid silver plated aluminum metal band Adorned with a large silver plated articulated soaring bird figure Makes a very striking, bold, eye-catching accessory The choker necklace is unsigned very similar in design to Yves Saint Laurent's bird themed runway chokers...
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1970s Unknown Artisan Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Silver Plate

Necklace with turquoise and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 18k gold, silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with 18k gold with 835 silver middle section set with turquoise and old mine cut diamond 1.50 ct F/G SI - 40 cm Detailed description the necklace is 40 cm ...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver

Bulgari Parentesi 18K Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Parentesi Necklace Choker The necklace is 18k Yellow Gold The necklace is 3/8" wide. The necklace weighs 137 grams The necklace is 15" length Comes with original pouch and ba...
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20th Century Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Clear Rock Crystal Rondelle Choker Necklace, i Can See Clearly Now Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
It is warm here today in Dallas and working on this stunning clear rock crystal necklace has simply been a delight. Not only does it seem cool because of the clarity of the stones, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Goossens Paris Renaissance necklace in Tinted Rock Crystal
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Necklace from the Renaissance collection. Inspired by the creative and artistic spirit of the eponymous period, the Renaissance collection makes rock crystal and textured metal shine...
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2010s French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass, Gilt Metal

Arts and Crafts Style Cabochon Moonstone 14K Rose Gold Silver Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Arts and Crafts style cabochon moonstone, 14K rose gold and silver riviere necklace composed of 35 circular cabochon moonstones set in a finely detailed silver and 14K gold ...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Choker Necklaces

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Moonstone, 14k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Nina Zhou Ocean Life 90ctw Aquamarine, Topaz Pink Sapphire Collar Necklace
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Crafted with light blue aquamarine and topaz, symbolizing the immense power and energy of the sea, and pink sapphire, representing lives and hope, each gemstone is uniquely shaped to...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Red Ruby & Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K & Silver Elegant and Classic Italian style Natural Red Ruby - 11 Carats Natural Multi Color Sapphires, ...
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Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Topaz, 1...

AJD 17 Inch Magnificent Choker Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
17-Inch Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Choker Necklace – Bold and Magnificent Make a statement with this stunning 17-inch lapis lazuli choker necklace. Featuring large, 20mm lapis...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Rhodochrosite Garnet Pearls Choker Necklace Druzy Pendant
Located in Colleyville, TX
Rachelle Necklace - An explosion of pink, woodrose and garnet reds is exhibited by this cacophony of texture and color in this elegant cluster choker necklace. Each of the hundred...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Choker Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Garnet, Vermeil

Vintage gold enamel designer runway choker necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAGE...
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1980s Vintage Choker Necklaces

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval White Pearl Crystals Omega Collar Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval White Pearl Crystals Omega Adjustable Collar Choker Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. 100% Genuine. ...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

62.02 Carat Oval Cut Garnet with Halo CZ Sparkle Statement Silver Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This 62.02 Carat Oval Cut Garnet with Halo CZ Sparkle Statement Silver Necklace exquisite garnet halo necklace, crafted in solid 925 sterling silver. The necklace features a series o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Choker Necklaces

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Garnet, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Bochic “Capri” South Sea Pearl, Ruby Multi Gem Necklace Set in 18K Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” South Sea Pearl, Ruby & Multi Gem Necklace Set in 18K & Silver Elegant and Baroque Italian style Natural Red Ruby - 2 Carats Natural Multi Color Gems blue, yellow ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Choker Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Diamond 7.61ct Colombian Emerald Necklace Bib 14K Gold
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond & 7.61ct Colombian Emerald Necklace Bib 14K Gold This absolutely stunning necklace is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold and it is made in Italy by MNC company. The cen...
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

85.18 Carat Sapphire Diamond White Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
2 Sapphire Gemstones: 0.15 Carats 2380 White Round Diamonds: 46.47 Carats 648 White Taylor Baguette Diamonds: 38.56 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 153.72 Grams
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2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond Bezel Station Paperclip Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Delve into elegance with this meticulously designed 14K white gold necklace, rhodium-plated to accentuate its lustrous durability. Its distinctive 18-inch paperclip chain is harmonio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Choker with rose cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 14k gold and silver 4.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k red gold necklace with a gold and silver centerpiece set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.40 ct – G/H – SI - 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 mm...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker with Shaft Ring" Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon "O-Ring" timeless signature pieces have been appreciated since 1992 for their symbolic and aesthetic appeal. This "O-Ring Kit" includes one "O-Ring Choker Necklace" and...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Signed Hector Aguilar Mexican Sterling Silver Bicycle Chain Link Choker Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Mid-Century Modern Mexican sterling silver necklace. By Hector Aguilar of Taxco, Mexico. In sterling silver. With links in an alternating pattern centered on a floriform ring that can support a pendant. Marked to the reverse of the box clasp. Simply a wonderful high-level Mexican Mid-Century necklace...
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1940s Mexican Modern Vintage Choker Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Chanel Vintage Gold Mademoiselle Charm Choker Necklace
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: Oval tag CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 15.75" chain length, ornament width/length ...
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Early 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Gold

Vintage Choker Necklaces

Vintage choker necklaces are elegant, alluring and stylish. Cameos, pearls, diamonds and other stones can decorate these necklaces, which come in single or multiple strands. Whether it is a statement piece or a delicate chain, these short necklaces always stand out and turn heads.

The history of the choker can be traced back thousands of years, with Sumerian examples discovered from 2600–2500 B.C. They endured as a popular form of adornment through the centuries, and during the French Revolution they took on a symbolic significance. Women wore ribbons around their throats to mark the passing of those killed by the guillotine. Soon, the plain ribbons were adorned with small cameos and other ornamentation.

European choker necklaces gained a salacious reputation in the 19th century when prostitutes were associated with black ribbons tied around the neck, such as the model in Édouard Manet’s Olympia (1863). Queen Alexandra, Princess of Wales, reversed the trend in the late 19th century by wearing a large pearl and diamond choker, reputedly to hide a scar.

Fashioned from gold, pearls and other precious stones and metals, chokers continued to be worn into the 20th century, alternately statements of wealth and rebellion. They experienced periods of revival in the 1920s, ’40s, ’70s and ’90s for both men and women.

Vintage chokers make a statement with an unmistakable air of femininity. On 1stDibs, find an alluring collection of vintage chokers today, including gold, sapphire and emerald chokers.

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