Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Baltic Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Silver
1970s Japanese Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1930s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate, Enamel
2010s American Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Other
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jasper
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
2010s African Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold
2010s African Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold
20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
2010s Oceanic Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s British Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, 18k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
2010s Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Kunzite, Quartz
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.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of pearl beaded necklaces, antique emerald beaded necklaces, diamond beaded necklaces and more.