Necklace Choker
A Guide to Necklace Styles
The necklace is the oldest and most versatile type of jewellery known to mankind. It can be as simple as a seashell threaded on a length of string, or an elaborate creation using precious metals and gemstones. People have been wearing necklaces since the Stone Age, and countless variations have been developed all over the world since then, yet today’s jewellery makers are still able to produce exciting new designs.
With so many different necklaces on the market choosing one can be a difficult task. Narrow down your options before you go shopping by deciding if you want a necklace for everyday wear or a special occasion, if it needs to match a particular outfit, the wearer’s personality, and your preferred price range.
Necklace lengths
The length of a necklace is very important. Just a few inches can make all the difference between a perfect necklace and one that doesn’t look quite right. The shortest necklaces, usually known as chokers, best suit people with slim necks. A choker designed for evening wear can look stunning with a low cut or strapless dress, and for day wear a choker looks neat when worn with a scoop neck top or inside an open shirt collar. To ensure a comfortable fit, measure your neck and add an inch. Adjustable chokers that can be fastened at several different lengths are the best choice if you’re buying for someone else.
Medium length necklaces, between 17 and 24 inches long, suit most people and can be worn inside low necklines or on top of higher necklines.
Long necklaces are a good choice for anyone wanting to draw attention away from a short neck or double chin. Long, plain chains or ropes of beads can also be twisted and worn as two or even three strands to give several different looks.
Necklace chains
Metal chains are a popular choice for necklaces because they come in so many styles. A fine silver chain can be used to hold a delicate pendant: a chunky gold chain looks great on its own. Chains are made from individual links fitted together. Some, such as a box chain or cable chain, use identical square or round links to form a simple design. Others use combinations of different links to create interesting patterns, as in Byzantine or Figaro chains.
Necklace clasps
Although they are not the most obvious feature of a necklace, you should always examine necklace clasps carefully. A good clasp supports the weight of a necklace, keeps it securely in place, yet is also easy to fasten and undo.
Spring rings and lobster claw clasps are fixed to one end of a necklace and hook through a metal loop on the other end. They are simple to operate but should be checked regularly for signs of wear or damage. A barrel clasp consists of two parts, one on each end of the necklace, which either screw together or are fastened by pushing one part inside the other. Some also have a safety catch fitted for extra security.
If you know what style of necklace you want, or are still a long way from making up your mind, take advice from a professional jeweller experienced in making and selling all types of necklaces. If you can’t find one that’s exactly right, the best solution might be to have one made especially for you!
About the Author
EK Jewellers is a friendly, local Essex jewellers serving customers throughout Hainault, Ilford, Redbridge, Havering, Woodford and surrounding areas as well as London. As a family run business established for over 36 years, we have developed a strong reputation for quality of workmanship. For more information visit http://www.ekjewellers.co.uk or call us on 020 8500 3191.
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VINTAGE CHOKER NECKLACE FAUX TURQUOISE & PEARL, TRIFARI $49.99 |
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5mm 1/4″ White Puka Shell Necklace Beach Choker XXL 24″ $14.99 |
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JDL WHITE TOPAZ 18″ ADJUSTABLE NECKLACE NEW $109.99 |
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SILVER CHOKER ONE BALL ON END SCREWS OFF NICE SILVER PLATE COLLAR NECKLACE $26.95 |
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Gold Tone Fashionable White Kundan AD Necklace Set Earring Maang Tikka $17.99 |
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Fashion 18k yellow gold filled necklace with solid new $2.57 |
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Yummy Lemon Thermoset Choker Necklace $9.99 |
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Sweet Hellokitty Metal Necklace Best Gift for Kid Girl Blue Heart shape $0.98 |
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Must Have Slim Wire Hook .925 Silver Choker Necklace $12.99 |
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Royal Blue Gold Tone Kundan Necklace Set Earring Maang Tikka $17.55 |
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Amazing Rhinestone Crystal Blue Necklace & Earrings Set Free shipping NB0064 $0.81 |
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16″ 14K Yellow Gold Choker Chain Necklace with Lobster Claw Clasp $300.00 |
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3 Rows White Freshwater Pearl Baroque Necklace Choker $21.99 |
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Hot! Cartoon Beetle Style Rhinestone Crystal Necklace Gift for Kid Girl Lady $1.35 |
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2012 Hot Sale Fancy Enamel Alloy Free Shipping Pendant Necklace T474 $1.21 |
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Tulsi Bead and Sterling Silver Choker Necklace $65.00 |
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Lot of 2 Vintage Jewelry Necklaces Pink Choker 2 Strand & Goldplated Metal 17″ $4.99 |
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Genuine Baltic Amber Necklace Cognac/Light Honey Color ~44.5 cm/17.5 in. $14.59 |
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Vintage Rhinestone Choker & Necklace $12.95 |
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Brown Puka Shell Necklace Heishi Beads Choker Men’s 18″ $12.99 |
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12 Rows Crystal Rhinestone Choker Necklace Wedding Prom $40.00 |
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black velvet choker/ necklace black glass bead winged fairy pendant goth wicca $5.48 |
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Elegant Silver Plated Choker Necklace NWOT $12.00 |
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Elegant Silver Plated “Sparkle” Choker Necklace NWOT $12.99 |
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Elegant Silver Plated Choker Necklace NWOT $12.99 |
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Elegant Silver Plated Twisted Choker Necklace NWOT $12.99 |
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Elegant Silver Plated Twisted Choker Necklace NWOT $12.99 |
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JDL WHITE TOPAZ & DIAMOND 18″ NECKLACE NEW $119.99 |
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Silver & Aqua Crystal Necklace Earring Bridesmaid Mother of Bride Evening Set $24.95 |
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Crystal Choker Necklace Pendant on Cord Strands. $18.78 |
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Estate Costume Jewelry Necklace 16″ Gold Tone Heavy Choker 6210 $2.24 |
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New, Sterling 925 Necklace, Unique Slanted Link Choker, 16+”, Italy, 21.3 gms $84.50 |
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Rose Quartz Amethyst Crystal GEM Gemstone Chips Beads Choker Necklace Strand 17″ $9.88 |
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Silver Tone Brown Fashion Jewelry Indian Kundan Bridal Necklace Set Earring $23.31 |
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Gold & Peach Crystal Bib Necklace Earring Bridesmaid Mother of Bride Evening Set $24.95 |
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purple velvet choker/ necklace fairy sitting on moon beaded pendant goth wicca $5.48 |
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Fashion Rhinestone Crystal Lavender Necklace & Earrings Set Free shippingNB0063 $0.55 |
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Hellokitty Pink Cupid’s Bow Metal Necklace Kid Girl Lady Birthday Pop Gift #PA03 $0.34 |
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VINTAGE STERLING SILVER & GENUINE PEARL WIDE CHOKER COLLAR NECKLACE $250.75 |
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Antique Silver Metal Oblong Turquoise Gem Bead Necklace Pendant Z036 $2.99 |
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VINTAGE CHUNKY GOLDTONE CHOKER “XXXXXX” NECKLACE ~ MINT CONDITION $5.29 |
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VINTAGE STYLE ESTATE JEWELRY COSTUME RHINESTONE/CRYSTAL BLUE NECKLACE CHOKER 85 $15.48 |
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Sweet Vintage Mother of Pearl Disc Choker Necklace Lilac Purple $19.95 |
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$2860 CALGARO 14″ CHOKER gray Necklace RAZOR BLADE like GOTH af059gcb brand new $494.00 |
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6 Strand Chunky Choker Style Golden Pearl Necklace Set Elegant Costume Jewelry $19.99 |
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6 Strand Chunky Choker Ivory-color Pearl Necklace Set Elegant Costume Jewelry $21.99 |
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6 Strand Chunky Choker Style Gray Pearl Necklace Set Elegant Costume Jewelry $19.99 |
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6 Strand Chunky Choker Style Black Pearl Necklace Set Elegant Costume Jewelry $19.99 |
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WHITE GLASS COLOR BEAD NECKLACE / /GALLERY /AFRICA $2.99 |
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lot Wholesale3P Fashion Jewelry Charm ceramics Resin bead snake Necklaces Nst112 $0.90 |
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Trifari Slide Cube Pendant Choker Snake Necklace Vintage $39.99 |
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Lite Blue & Silver Necklace Earring Bib of Crystals Choker Sparkles Vintage Set $26.95 |
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Bendy Bendable Flexible Necklace, Bracelet, Choker $9.99 |
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Lot Butterfly Necklace Earring Set Swarovski Crystal Pink Choker Insect $55.95 |
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Costume Jewelry: Gold Colored Necklace with Fake Pearls and Diamonds** AS IS ** $19.96 |
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XB227A Flower Fine Venetian Pearl Alloy Fashional Necklace Wholesale $8.49 |
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Lolita sexy gothic Crochet lace white bead Choker necklace NR254 $9.99 |
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Gold plated Mesh Flower austrian crystal bridal prom choker Necklace Earrings $9.91 |
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CRYSTAL RHINESTONE NECKLACE Choker 3 ROW Bracelet 6 ROW $30.00 |
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Classy Lady Cobblestone Gold & Silver Chunky Choker Collar Style Necklace Set $22.49 |
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Fashion 18k White gold filled necklace with solid new $0.99 |
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Adorable Red Hellokitty Holding Apple Necklace Kid Girl Child Best Gift Lady! $0.99 |
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Vintage Blue Baguette Round Rhinestone Choker Necklace Silver Tone $14.00 |
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Catch the Wave Gold Tone Chunky Collar Choker Necklace Set Costume Jewelry $14.39 |
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Rare Cartoon Owl Shape Rhinestone Crystal Necklace Gift for Child Girl Lady Red $0.22 |
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Fashion Colorful Crystal Ruby Brass Butterfly Pendant Choker Necklace $5.99 |
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CHICOS ANTIQUE GOLD & BRASS TONES FRINGE CHAINS NECKLACE “AKALA” NWT $44.00 $6.88 |
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Womens Unknown Style Retro Vintage Red Bead Chain Necklace Pendant Bohemian $0.99 |
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Coro Vintage choker necklace 16 1/2″ silver in color MANY PICS $26.19 |
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Avon Vintage White Gold CLASSIC TWIST NECKLACE CHOKER $9.74 |
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New Cute Hellokitty Metal Necklace Best Gift for Kid Girl Pink Dress $0.98 |
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Elegant Vintage Gold Faceted Dark purple Crack Acrylic Jewel Choker Necklace B2 $3.00 |
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Hemp macrame necklace with hanging Mushroom in a bubble $7.99 |
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Hemp macrame necklace with hanging Mushroom in a bubble $7.99 |
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Hemp macrame necklace with hanging Mushroom in a bubble $7.99 |
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Hemp macrame necklace with hanging Mushroom in a bubble $7.99 |
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Hemp macrame necklace with hanging Mushroom in a bubble $7.99 |
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Hemp macrame necklace with hanging Mushroom in a bubble $7.99 |
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Hemp macrame necklace with hanging Mushroom in a bubble $7.99 |
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Hemp macrame necklace with hanging Mushroom in a bubble $7.99 |
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Hemp macrame necklace with hanging Mushroom in a bubble $7.99 |
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Sterling Silver Navajo Choker Necklace With Pink Spiny Oyster Shell Bead $19.99 |
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CHICOS LARGE ABSTRACT CIRCLE MEDALLION NECKLACE GOLD CUT OUT RECTANGLE~ SIGNED $9.56 |
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ORANGE LONG BEADED NECKLACE EARRINGS SET FASHION BEAD JEWELRY HANDMADE $9.95 |
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Women Vintage Style Gold GP Filigree Charm Collar Choker Pendant Necklace N044GD $7.99 |
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Lapis Lazuli Gemstone Teardrop Choker Necklace $0.01 |
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Elegant fashion necklace $8.00 |
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Womens Unknown Style Retro Vintage Blue Bead Chain Necklace Pendant Bohemian $0.99 |
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Sterling Silver 17″ Turquoise & Coral Collar Necklace $752.74 |
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Auth HERMES Resin & Sterling Scarf Print Necklace/Chain/Choker Jewelry – RARE $99.00 |
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Fresh Water Pearls Blue Topaz Briolettes 3 strand Twisted Choker Necklace .925 $65.00 |
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Sterling Silver 22″ Turquoise & Coral Two Side Necklace $884.40 |
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Sterling Silver 21″ Turquoise & Coral Two Side Necklace $1,025.10 |
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Vintage Hollywood Retro Choker Necklace White Black Design Check it Out $9.00 |
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Best Friends Heart Friendship Necklace Earrings Set/ $9.91 |
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Chunky Gold Tone Metal Art Choker Statement Costume Earring & Necklace Set $23.99 |
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Unusual Vintage White Beads Choker Necklace with Porcelain Flowers $14.99 |
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Vintage Clear Crystal Faceted Beads Necklace / Choker $39.99 |
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LONG CAMEO CHARM NECKLACE lady butterfly vintage style LOCKET PENDANT puff heart $11.95 |
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5 SHELL Necklaces Genuine Ocean Shells Gold Trim 20″ Chains Choker Lot of 5 NEW! $12.95 |
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Velvet Choker with Cross $4.99 Includes: One choker necklace. |
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Stone Age Style Adult Choker $4.99 Includes choker necklace. |
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Gold Beaded Coin Necklace $17.97 Choker |
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Gold Rosette Choker Necklace $125 Dress things up a bit with the gold rosette choker necklace. The links of this lovely necklace are smartly shaped like openroses. This necklace fastens with a lobster claw closure. |
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Hemalyke Butterfly Choker Necklace $3.99 Hemalyke Butterfly Choker Necklace Create a flutter with this butterfly necklace. This choker necklace is designed with s stainless steel wire choker. Specifications: 17.5 Inch Steel Wire-Cable, Screw Barrel Clasp, Hemalyke Pendant 1 Inch |
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Hemalyke Dolphin Choker Necklace $3.99 Hemalyke Dolphin Choker Necklace Make a splash with this dolphin necklace. This choker necklace is designed with s stainless steel wire choker. Specifications: 17.5 Inch Steel Wire-Cable, Screw Barrel Clasp, Hemalyke Pendant 1 Inch |
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Hemalyke Horn Choker Necklace $1.99 Hemalyke Horn Choker Necklace Keep it simple with this faux hematite pendant choker. This horn pendant necklace is designed with s stainless steel wire choker. Specifications: 17.5 Inch Steel Wire-Cable, Screw Barrel Clasp, Hemalyke Pendant 1 Inch |
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Geometric Drop Choker Necklace $4.99 Geometric Drop Choker Necklace Create your own fashion angle with this geometric necklace and update your style. Comfortable acrylic coated stainless steel choker necklace fashioned with a stylish pendant. Specifications: 17.5 Inch Steel Wire-Cable with Acrylic Coating, Screw Barrel Clasp, 1.5 Inch Pendant |
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Hemalyke Turtle Choker Necklace $3.99 Hemalyke Turtle Choker Necklace Slow down and get stylish with this turtle necklace. This turtle pendant necklace is designed with s stainless steel wire choker. Specifications: 17.5 Inch Steel Wire-Cable, Screw Barrel Clasp, Hemalyke Pendant 1 Inch |
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Hemalyke Lock Choker Necklace $3.99 Hemalyke Lock Choker Necklace Tighten up your style look with this lock necklace. This cross pendant necklace is designed with s stainless steel wire choker. Specifications: 17.5 Inch Steel Wire-Cable, Screw Barrel Clasp, Hemalyke Pendant 1 Inch |
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Hemalyke Owl Choker Necklace $3.99 Hemalyke Owl Choker Necklace A wise style choice is definitely this owl necklace. This owl pendant necklace is designed with s stainless steel wire choker. Specifications: 17.5 Inch Steel Wire-Cable, Screw Barrel Clasp, Hemalyke Pendant 1 Inch |
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Hemalyke Sun Choker Necklace $3.99 Hemalyke Sun Choker Necklace Cast a ray of fashion style with this sun necklace. This sun pendant necklace is designed with s stainless steel wire choker. Specifications: 17.5 Inch Steel Wire-Cable, Screw Barrel Clasp, Hemalyke Pendant 1 Inch |
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Hemalyke Dragonfly Choker Necklace $3.99 Hemalyke Dragonfly Choker Necklace A simply sophisticated dragonfly necklace. This dragonfly pendant necklace is designed with s stainless steel wire choker. Specifications: 17.5 Inch Steel Wire-Cable, Screw Barrel Clasp, Hemalyke Pendant 1 Inch |
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Steel Dragon Choker Necklace $7.99 Steel Dragon Choker Necklace Show off your fierce style with this Oriental dragon pendant necklace. Comfortable acrylic coated stainless steel choker necklace fashioned with a stylish pendant. Specifications: 17.5 Inch Steel Wire-Cable with Acrylic Coating, Screw Barrel Clasp, 1.75 Inch Stainless Steel Pendant |
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Hemalyke Heart Choker Necklace $3.99 Hemalyke Heart Choker Necklace You will love completing any look with this heart necklace. This heart pendant necklace is designed with s stainless steel wire choker. Specifications: 17.5 Inch Steel Wire-Cable, Screw Barrel Clasp, Hemalyke Pendant 1 Inch |