16 Inch Bead Necklace
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Rhodocrosite, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Amazonite, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Onyx, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Beryl, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Kunzite, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Vermeil
2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1970s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold
2010s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Labradorite, Pearl, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Chain Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Quartz, Vermeil
Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Black Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Classical Greek Beaded Necklaces
Jade, White Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s Chain Necklaces
Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold Plate
Antique 19th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Beryl, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Ruby, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces
Quartz, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Chain Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
1990s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Bronze
Late 20th Century Russian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Malachite
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Tourmaline, Silver
Vintage 1930s Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Jade, Silver
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
16 Inch Bead Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Beaded-necklaces for You
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.
- Is a 16 inch necklace too short?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Whether a 16-inch necklace is too short varies. When deciding what necklace length to wear, consider what you're pairing it with. Necklaces that are 16 inches long are chokers, and they work especially well with strapless dresses, tube tops and shirts with collars. With some tops and dresses, a choker may sit too close to the neckline to create a balanced look. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023There is no set number of diamonds on a 16-inch tennis necklace. The number of diamonds that make up a tennis chain often depends on the size of the gemstones. Generally, the larger the diamonds are, the fewer there are on a tennis necklace. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of tennis necklaces.
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