The Fascination of Choker Necklaces
A Thousand Years of Chokers
Chokers have been embraced since the start of the earliest human civilization. They have been around us for almost a thousand years now. Chokers have been around for centuries, going as far back as the royal Pharaohs of ancient Egypt, and were favoured too, by certain queens of England. The initial chokers were of hammered gold, or strung with pearls and diamonds, while others consisted of a simple red ribbon obtained at the market. The history of chokers is long and fascinating, with plenty of glamour, drama, superstitions, and gender-bending, making this simple piece of jewellery everything but simple!
What Does a Choker Necklace Represent?
Throughout history, chokers have been portrayed using various metaphorical connotations. Currently seen as a strong fashion statement, they are laden with profound historical significance. Many believe the style originated in the 1790s during the French Revolution. The martyrs' women wore red ribbons as a tribute to those who died. While in the 1960s and 70s, chokers were worn as slave collars, the Victorian Era witnessed the Royals proudly flaunting chokers as regal accessories. Several portraits of Queen Victoria (1819-1901) showcase her adorning a choker necklace in her looks. Taking inspiration from the Queen, many wealthy socialites and high-profile dignitaries of the time started wearing chokers as a mark of their social status.
Kalasha Jewellery – K-JNK-0510
This majestic choker from Kalasha Fine jewels is inspired from the symmetry of Art-Deco chokers. The choker effortlessly sets on any neck and elevates the neckline gracefully. The choker is beautifully crafted with single-stone Polkis and Emeralds. During the middle Ages diamonds were thought to have healing properties able to cure ailments ranging from fatigue to mental illness.
