Vintage Beaded Necklace
Vintage 1980s Italian Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
Mid-20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Gold
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gold, Brass, Other
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Brass
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Brass
Vintage 1950s European Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amber
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Kyanite, Sterling Silver
2010s Israeli Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold
1990s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral
Vintage 1980s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Rhodocrosite, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold
1990s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 9k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Coral
Vintage 1960s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
20th Century Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Chalcedony, Yellow Gold
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Sterling Silver
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
Mid-20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Asian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Rock Crystal
Vintage 1920s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1970s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral
20th Century Russian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Pla...
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Finding the Right necklaces for You
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
- What is a Samoan bead necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A Samoan bead necklace is a type of jewelry produced by the Indigenous people of Samoa, an island nation located in the Pacific Ocean. Also called ula, the necklace features natural materials like leaves, flowers, seeds, fruits, shells and whale's teeth. Visitors arriving in Samoa are often presented with ula necklaces as a sign of welcome. Explore a variety of bead necklaces on 1stDibs.
- What do amber bead necklaces do?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Amber bead necklaces are believed to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief. Amber is a fossilized tree resin that contains succinic acid. Many believe that when amber is heated against the body, it releases the acid onto the skin where it is absorbed, providing a boost to the body’s immune system. Find an assortment of amber bead necklaces on 1stDibs.
- Why do guys wear bead necklaces?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Why guys wear bead necklaces varies. Bead necklaces may represent a person's cultural heritage, as many artisans from Africa and North American Indigenous tribes produce intricate handmade bead necklaces. In addition, bead necklaces have become associated with certain fashion styles, including surfer and boho. Men may also wear bead necklaces because they like their appearance. Find a large selection of bead necklaces on 1stDibs.
- What makes a necklace vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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