Beaded Necklaces
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
1910s Austrian Belle Époque Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, Vermei...
1790s British Georgian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Enamel
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Beryl, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
1880s British Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
1860s British Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s British Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Mixed Metal
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amber
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Other, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Hessonite, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1980s French Baroque Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Pyrite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Quartz, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, Gold Plate
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
1980s Hong Kong Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1950s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jasper, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Kyanite, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Unique Vintage Beaded Necklaces for Sale — Diamond Beaded Necklaces, Pearl Beaded Necklaces and Other Accessories
Whether they’re chunky, statement-making accessories or a single strand of the understated sort, antique and vintage beaded necklaces are versatile pieces of jewelry. Indeed, the unique beaded necklaces in your jewelry box likely go with everything, from casual summer tops and shorts to dazzling evening gowns.
From the fish-bone and seashell jewelry of the prehistoric era to the breathtaking amulets and pendants of ancient Egypt to modern sapphire beads, people have been accessorizing with beaded necklaces for eternity.
Beaded necklaces — as well as other kinds of necklaces — were common in prehistoric times. Personal adornment was important, and jewelry was made for every part of the body. Beadwork is among the best known art forms attributed to Native Americans, and just as they had for saddlery and clothing, early populations would fashion beads for necklaces with stone tools or instruments made of wood. The making of colorful glass beads for beaded necklaces likely originated in Venice, Italy, during the 14th century, particularly given the growth of the decorative glass industry on the series of Venetian islands called Murano. During the Neolithic period, humans were buried with coral beaded necklaces from the Mediterranean, even as far north as the Alps.
Whether you’re seeking the pop of color you’ll get in a double-row jade beaded necklace from the Art Deco era — which encompasses the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design — or perhaps a simple strand of pearls for a blouse that leaves your neck bare, remember that different necklines call for different pieces of jewelry.
When accessorizing with a beaded necklace, a long piece with a pendant will likely pair best with your favorite vintage V-neck dress or V-neck tee, while beaded chokers and collar necklaces are a stylish fit for strapless tops. Bigger beads will hit your neckline in a different way than a more minimalist necklace might, so you’ll want to keep that in mind. Choose colors you like and pick items that will go with what is in your closet. When the occasion calls for it, don’t be afraid to stack. “More is more” for some, so pairing a delicate strand with a bolder piece might be the move for you.
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