Beaded Necklaces
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gol...
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Mixed Metal
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold
1960s Swedish Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Freshwater Pearl
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 9k Gold, Silver
2010s American Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
2010s Chinese Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 14k Gold
20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces
Hematite, Sterling Silver
19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
2010s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Moonstone, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amber
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
22k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s North American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, P...
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Other
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
1980s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold...
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Baroque Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Gilt Metal
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Pakistani Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Ruby
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
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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