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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
Handmade Ceramic Beaded Black & White Hearts Necklace By Ruby Z, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s
- 17" length
- 2.5" drop
- Hand-painted black, white & red ceramic glaze with zig-zag motif
- Screw clasps
- By Ruby Z...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Miriam Haskell Ruby Melon Gripoix Glass Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Rare and collectible Miriam Haskell Anglo Indian inspired two strand ruby Gripoix glass melon bead choker necklace. Of signature Russian gilt filigree backings with hand sewn demi lu...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Cut Steel
62" Venetian Wedding Cake Glass Bead Necklace, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 62" length
- Pastel blue wedding cake style Venetian glass beads
- Milky gla...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Vintage CHANEL Grande Baroque Pearl Collar and Earrings, Early KARL LAGERFELD
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An important and highly desirable vintage chanel pearl necklace and earring suite. Attributed to Maison Gripoix for the House of Chanel a...
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Vintage 1980s European Beaded Necklaces
LB Chinese inlaid bead necklace, Bakelite, Turquoise glass, Goldfilled beads
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB handmade, one of a kind ,Vintage Chinese kingfisher inlaid gold beads and French 80’s Bakelite beads comprise a necklace of incredible beauty.Antique Turquoise glass...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold-filled
Vintage Sterling Deco pendant , gray pearls, one of a kind , handmade necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage Sterling Silver ,Art Deco pendant with gray freshwater pearls,Vermeil marcasite beads,and brass beads comprise this one of a kind,handmade,statement necklace is on offer from...
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Marcasite, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Brass
AJD Magnificent Natural REAL Serpentine & REAL Natural Glittering Pearl Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful 18 inch long natural Serpentine necklace is enhanced with glittering natural real Pearls. The largest Peals are approximately 24mm x 10mm and the gold plated enhancem...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate
Cecilia Sebiri Torsade Shell Inlaid Necklace 1970s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful torsade choker necklace by artist Celia Sebiri consisting of 12 mother-of-pearl and bone beaded strands joined with a large 2.25 X 1.34" mother of pearl inlaid clasp. It ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Choker Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Handmade Ceramic Beaded Watermelon Necklace By Flying Colors, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s
- Adjustable between 18" and 23" using extender beads
- Watermelon focal bead measures 2.5" x 1.25"
- Hand-painte...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Green Moonstone necklace with Erte Art Deco pendant .
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
This exquisite piece of jewelry is a miniature enameled pendant that boasts a stunning Art Deco image reminiscent of the work of the legendary artist and designer Erté. The pendant was created in the atelier of a Russian miniaturist, who employed the same techniques used in hand-painted miniature boxes...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Moonstone, Druzy, Sterling Silver
Freshwater Coin Pearl Knotted Necklace with an Iridescent Lustre
Located in London, GB
Lovely freshwater coin pearl necklace with a wonderful iridescent lustre. The necklace is knotted between each pearl. Measuring length 52.5 cm / 20.6 inches, and the pearls are 1.3 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Baroque Pearl Choker
Located in Lezica Melilla, UY
Elegant collar with stunningly irregular baroque pearls. A statement piece worn beautifully on its own . Each baroque pearl is carefully threaded on si...
Category
2010s Uruguayan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Pink Glass Bead 1950s Necklace and Earring Set
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous elaborate pink glass beaded choker necklace and screw back earring set. The oval shaped beads are attached to netting on the underside for comfort and closes at the back with a flower beaded brass backed clasp. The earrings are screw back. Made in Western Germany...
Category
Vintage 1950s German Choker Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Hand-Knotted Howlite Turquoise-Color Cabochon Choker With Gold Hardware Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful choker, made with Howlite stones in turquoise color is hand-knotted and finished with a gold hardware clasp. Believed to help relieve stress, as well as to help o...
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Vintage 1970s American Baroque Choker Necklaces
Miriam Haskell Long Faux Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Long Faux Pearl Necklace of freshwater pearls with signed clasp. Long strand that can be wrapped several times. 52" with 6mm beads. 1960's USA.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
1930s Multicoloured Novelty Bakelite Necklace
Located in London, GB
Impressive 1930s Bakelite necklace made up of multicoloured beads in various shades of dark green, mustard, orange, tan, red, brown and black - colours which were given food-related names such as Creamed Corn, Butterscotch, Egg Yolk, and Salmon. Each bead is reminiscent of a chess piece, with rounded lines that very much echo the art deco styles of the era.
Originally used for industrial purposes thanks to its ability to withstand heat, moulded Bakelite and its cast cousin, Catalin, made the jump to costume jewellery in the 1920s and had their heyday in the 1930s and 1940s with this necklace being one of the more decadent examples. When worn, the piece makes an impressive statement thanks to its substantial size and colourful appearance. Its generous length makes it possible to slip easily on and off overhead or it can be worn looped over. Truly a rare find which belongs in a serious collection.
Condition wise, this is verging on extraordinary given the complexity of the carving and the shear number of individuals beads. We count very close to 250 hand carved beads...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
AJD Beautiful REAL Natural SPINY OYSTER & Amethyst 20 1/2" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Natural highly polished round Spiny Oysters (25mm) are enhanced with tiny little gem cut natural Amethysts in this 20 1/2 inch long necklace. We have photographed the front and back...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Silver
LB orange Carnelian Large Chinese Baroque Pearls Sterling Silver Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers large round Carnelian beads and Large Chinese Baroque Pearls and Sterling Silver, handmade,one of a kind necklace.Large sterling silver Vintage Mexican beads...
Category
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Carnelian, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Exquisite long Turquoise Cross pendant necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
This exquisite long Turquoise necklace boasts a large 4''x3'' silver and Turquoise cross pendant made in Mexico. The pendant fea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Venetian Art Gold Foil Glass Bead Necklace 1940s Vintage 14K GF
Located in Wallkill, NY
A Stunning Venetian Gold Foiled Glass Bead Necklace. This necklace will be noticed, it has Huge Venetian Glass beads, all hand knotted. Large beads make u...
Category
Vintage 1940s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Opaque Clear Glass Bib Tear Drop Vintage Necklace 1940s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning choker necklace with teardrop glass beading. Has a light iridescent to it. Measuring 15mm x 11.9 @ the widest- 7.64 Rounds. Total length is 16.5in. This is a stunning vintag...
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Vintage 1940s Choker Necklaces
Vintage Pearl Rope with Horseshoe Clasp 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A demure and timeless Vintage Pearl Horseshoe Necklace. Perfect pearls paired with a horseshoe inspired crystal clasp makes this one a perfect jewel box classic or delightful gift.
A...
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Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Chanel Vintage 80s Coin Pearl Pendant Chain Choker Necklace 24k GHW 66495
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 66495
Chanel 80s Coin Pearl Pendant Chain Choker Necklace 24k GHW
A collector's piece. Measures 16.5 inches, thick chain choker with hanging second chain draping with coin and pearl...
Category
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
LB Sterling Charoite pendant Sterling leaf Amethyst beads Sterling bead necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB Vintage Sterling Silver and Charorite pendant with vintage sterling silver leaf brooch accent with Amethyst beads emphasizing the coolness of the Sterlin...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Charoite, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver
Long Rosewood/ Diamond/ Tahiti Pearl Bead Necklace
Located in Boostedt, SH
This beautiful necklace can be worn around the neck and the wrist.
It is made of Abelia wood beads, 2 diamond pavé beads (12 mm), 2 diamond pavé beads (8mm) in blackened silver and ...
Category
2010s German Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Silver
A.Jeschel Stunning Jasper necklace with a Fossilized relic Pendant.
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing a stunning one-of-a-kind necklace that exudes elegance and sophistication. This piece is crafted with exquisite Tobacco Jade and Jasper beads, beautifully interspersed w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Jasper
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Faux Pearl Crystal Balls CC Logo Necklace, 2014
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD silver tone chain necklace featuring faux pearls, two crystal balls, a resin cabochon link and a jewelled CC logo.
Lobster clasp closure.
Laser engraving C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
karen silver long necklace / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:karen silver,silk cord
size :length 79cm / weight 3g
The delicate Karen silver chain and silk cord material allow the necklace to be worn in any number of ways. Karen silve...
Category
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Silver
A.Jeschel Elegant Keshi pearl necklace with a vintage Italian clasp.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
This freshwater keshi pearl 2 strand necklace with a vintage carved Italian cameo featuring flowers is a stunning and unique piece...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
LB Sterling Silver vintage brooch Hobe earring concha Peacock pearls necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a sterling Silver vintage engraved brooch with an antique Hobe sterling silver earring as the centerpiece of this highly unusual necklace. It’s a handmade one of a kind
Stunning piece with sterling silver concha belt section as a hanging pendant with a large baroque peacock pearl as an accent. The necklace consists of peacock, freshwater pearls, vintage sterling Mexican...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sterling Silver
Large one of a kind, handmade, statement necklace with Tibetan pendant.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
From Lorraine’s Bijoux a large one of a kind ,handmade,statement necklace is on offer.
A huge silver Tibetan pendant with inlaid stones and colored glass is the centerpiece on a string of vintage sterling silver Mexican beads,vintage Indian silver and amber beads,Tibetan amber and turquoise inlaid beads,Tibetan silver,Murano glass Mille fiore...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
AJD 20" Elegant Lovely Real Howlite & Polished Flips of Smoky Quartz Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Know as Howlite Crystal Beads - Creamy White Brown Vein Beads - these are polished - and enhanced by sparkling natural highly polished real Smoky Quartz - so they sit comfortably and artistically around your neck in this 20 inch long necklace...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Gold Plate
A.Jeschel Fabulous Keshi Pearls necklace with an Art Deco pendant.
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing our One-of-a-Kind Exquisite Necklace, A harmonious fusion of elegance and craftsmanship. This remarkable necklace boasts two strands of radiant Keshi Pearls with Pink Peruvian Opals, culminating in a masterpiece adorned with a unique Art Deco pendant, meticulously hand-painted by a master miniaturist hailing from the renowned Russian lacquer box...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Giorgio Armani Statement Jet Black Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
GIORGIO ARMANI statement necklace made of jet black beads.
Gun patina metal hardware.
May be worn as a brooch (has weight on it!).
Adjustable lobster clas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Romantic 2 strand Blue Quartz necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Romantic 2-strand hand-knotted Blue Quartz necklace. The richly colored, faceted, teardrop Quartz is accented by equally rich colored pinky/ bronze small baroque pearl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Large Stanley Hagler Nyc Beaded Flower Necklace
By Stanley Hagler NYC
Located in New York, NY
A large vintage beaded necklace with golden fittings by Stangley Hagler, an American costume jewelry brand. Designed in the 1990s by Ian St. Gielar...
Category
20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Double Strand Natural Pearl Saltwater Necklace With Certificate
Located in New York, NY
A vintage double-strand natural saltwater pearl necklace of choker length. The piece has a marquise-shaped clasp garnished with diamonds and a central faceted sapphire stone. The piece comes with The Gem and Pearl Labaratory Ltd. certificate. Elegant Luxury Jewelry For Women...
Category
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Silver
WesternGermany 1950s CherryRed MoldFacetedBead FlowerClasp DoubleStrand Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Stamped "Western Germany" on the gold-tone underside of its box clasp, this double-strand necklace with cherry-red beads and decorative clasp features the reflective glossy faceted s...
Category
Vintage 1950s German Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Gilt Metal, Mixed Metal
1976 Parrot Pearls Fish Charm Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 1976 Parrot Pearls charm necklace is the perfect statement piece to add to your collection! Chunky black beads are accompanied by a big arrangement of green, white, and black glass fish charms...
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Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Jens Iceland Sterling 925 Silver Modernist Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Jens Iceland Sterling Silver Modernist NecklaceJens Peter Clausen Copenhagen Brutalist Sterling Silver
Jens Peter Clausen Gudjonsson from Iceland
...
Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Murano glass Cooper-black Italian Lampwork Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
A STUNNING strand of vintage Murano Glass Beads.
These Have copper, blue and cream in the oval beads and faceted black beads They run 3 faceted one oval with are capped in a gold to...
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Marvella Elegantly Hand-Knotted Pearl with Polished Gold Hardware Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Marvella wonderfully elegant hand-knotted pearl with polished gold hardware clasp closing measures 54 inches in total length. The circumference of the pear...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Drop Necklaces
A.Jeschel Stunning Keshi Pearl necklace with silver cross pendant.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Introducing a stunning two-strand keshi pearl necklace, exquisitely crafted with Italian coral spacers that add a touch of elegance. The focal point of the necklace is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Jasper, Sterling Silver
1990's YVES SAINT LAURENT enameled leaf necklace with lucite beads
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Dramatic, lucite beaded necklace with cream and black enameled, silvertone, leaves designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the early 1990's. Leng...
Category
Late 20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold South Sea Pearl necklace 12-15mm Big Round Wedding necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
Details:
: 14k Yellow Gold Lock South Sea pearl beads Necklace.
: Item no- KM128/300
:Pearl Size: 12mmx15mm (Approx.)
:Necklace length: 21" In...
Category
2010s Australian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
CHANEL Vintage Pearl & Crystal Sautoir Necklace, 1983
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage faux pearl sautoir necklace alterning with gold toned round links embellished with clear crystals.
The color of the faux pearl is close to light gold, to our opinion....
Category
20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Spikes and pearls in a handmade, one of a kind.necklace from Lorraine’s Bijoux.]
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Silver spikes and freshwater pearls comprise a one of a kind,handmade,statement necklace that is on offer from Lorraine’s Bijoux.A sterling silver lobster...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
![Spikes and pearls in a handmade, one of a kind.necklace from Lorraine’s Bijoux.]](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/spikes-and-pearls-in-a-handmadeone-of-a-kindnecklace-from-lorraines-bijoux-for-sale/v_30252/v_182459721674509913136/v_18245972_1674509914260_bg_processed.jpg?width=240 "spike pearl necklace")
1980's STEPHEN DWECK long apple coral necklace on bronze chain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Long oversized apple coral beaded necklace on bronze chain designed by Stephen Dweck dating to the late 1980's purchased at Bergdorf Goodman. Necklace meas...
Category
Late 20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Bronze
Mookaite Jasper Semi-Precious Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
Mookaite Jasper semi-precious necklace. Mookaite jasper is a nurturing stone that supports and sustains during times of stress. It brings peace and a f...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jasper, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Magnificent NECKLACE vintage pearls, High Fashion, vermeil, 18th century style
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent 18th century style NECKLACE,
French High Fashion,
70s - 80s vintage,
composed of 9 rows of cultured pearls,
removable central motif depicting a two-sided knot in 800 thousandths silver vermeil
set with cultured pearls and colored stones,
French goldsmith hallmark HH, crab hallmark,
necklace accompanied by its illustration taken from a magazine,
dimensions central motif 6.5 x 4.5 cm, weight 31 g,
pearl part length 43 cm, weight 61 g,
total length 49.5 cm, total weight 92 g,
description provided by the French house Drouot,
very RARE piece, exceptional quality, collector's item,
very good state.
FR:
Magnifique COLLIER style 18eme siècle,
Haute Couture française,
vintage des...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Vermeil
Chanel 2009 CC Black Beads Long Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 1482
Brand Chanel
Date Circa 2009
Stamp Mark 09 P
________________________________________________________
Metal Gold-tone
Length Approx. 108cm
Weight Approx. 45g
_____________...
Category
Early 2000s French Necklace Enhancers
Materials
Mixed Metal
Coppola & Toppo beaded necklace with a snake head and tail, Italy 1950
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Fabulously fresh and exceptional multi strand faux pearl and cut rhinestone necklace with a snake head and snake tail at the other end designed by C & T in the 1950's
The snake head, tail and 2 fasteners made of cognac colored cut rhinestones are applied to a brass mold...
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
LB Tribal style Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Pendant Ceramic Carnelian necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux presents a tribal style necklace with antique Art Nouveau sterling pendant.A string of Carnelan, Chinese ceramic, and sterling beads enhance this fabulous piece. C...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Millefiori Murano Glass Bead Necklace with Barrel Clasp
Located in London, GB
Millefiori murano glass bead necklace on red knotted thread, with gold tone caps and a barrel clasp. The lovely colourful beads are hand mad...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Faux Semi Precious Stone Resin Necklace, 1980's
Located in Atlanta, GA
1980's chunky resin bead necklace with the appearance of semi-precious stones accented with gold tone metal fittings and dimpled beads. Some of the 'stones' are carved with an Asian...
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
LB Sterling Marcasite Vintage Pendant Necklace Turquoise Agate Labradorite
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB Sterling Marcasite Vintage Pendant Necklace Turquoise Agate Labradorite Sterling
Silver on offer. Handmade, one of a kind, unique piece wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Labradorite, Marcasite, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Tiffany Style Diamante Vintage Handmade Faux Pearls Sterling Twist Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Bergdorf Goodman Vintage Japanese Faux Angel Skin Shade Pearls Diamante Sterling Twist Necklace
Art Deco Style Multi Twist CZ Sterling Necklace Faux Japanese...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Elegant Turquoise Ganesha pendant necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Elegant Ganesha pendant made in the style of the Ghau box. Lord Ganesha carved from Turquoise seated on a Tibetan gilt thrown. On the backside is carved the mantra, ro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Shop Costume Jewelry: Beaded Necklaces for Sale on 1stDibs
Whether they’re chunky, statement-making accessories or a single strand of the understated sort, fashion beaded necklaces are versatile pieces of costume jewelry. Indeed, the vintage beaded necklaces in your jewelry box likely go with everything, from casual summer tops and shorts to dazzling evening gowns.
Costume jewelry, which is also called fashion jewelry, is designed to accessorize with current fashions and is typically made with inexpensive materials. In the realm of fine jewelry, beaded necklaces originating during the Art Deco era might feature double rows of jade — this period encompasses the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design — whereas accessories in the collection of fashion jewelry on 1stDibs are more often made with glass beads or moonstone.
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.
When it comes to fashion necklaces, 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.
Shop fashion beaded necklaces and other vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.