Bead Necklace 1960s
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Rope Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
Vintage 1960s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gold, Brass, Other
Vintage 1960s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s German Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
Vintage 1960s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold
Mid-20th Century Chinese Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Chinese Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s German Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
Vintage 1960s Australian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Japanese Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Baroque Revival Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
Vintage 1960s Indian Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Pla...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gol...
Vintage 1960s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k...
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Rhodium
Mid-20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Sapphire
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Beaded Necklaces
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gol...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled
Vintage 1960s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s European Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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 did men wear in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What men wore in the 1960s varied over the course of the decade. At the start of the ’60s, when the Mod style was all the rage, men often sported boxy Italian-style suits with tight-fitting trousers for work and dressier occasions and polo shirts and turtlenecks paired with fitted trousers for casual dress. As the decade progressed, the Peacock Revolution occurred, with menswear becoming flashier with bright colors and bold prints. Fedoras and trilby hats were common in the early ’60s, but by the start of the 1970s, hats for men were much less common, marking a major departure from the style conventions of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Explore an assortment of 1960s men's apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.
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