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18k Gold Emerald Beads Cts 179 With Pearls and Diamonds Necklace
18k Gold Emerald Beads Cts 179 With Pearls and Diamonds Necklace

18k Gold Emerald Beads Cts 179 With Pearls and Diamonds Necklace

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This breathtaking piece features 179 carats of lush emerald beads sourced from the famed mines of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Melon-Shaped Emerald Beads Cts 197 with Black Onyx and Crystal Necklace
Melon-Shaped Emerald Beads Cts 197 with Black Onyx and Crystal Necklace

Melon-Shaped Emerald Beads Cts 197 with Black Onyx and Crystal Necklace

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This exquisite necklace features vibrant emerald melon-shaped beads, sourced from Colombia

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Onyx

Ethiopian Opal Bead Necklace, 680.00 Carats
Ethiopian Opal Bead Necklace, 680.00 Carats

Ethiopian Opal Bead Necklace, 680.00 Carats

Located in New Orleans, LA

Thirty-four solid opal beads totaling approximately 680.00 carats line the length of this eye

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, Opal

6.5 Carat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Links Chain Beaded Necklace
6.5 Carat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Links Chain Beaded Necklace

6.5 Carat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Links Chain Beaded Necklace

By Rossella Ugolini

Located in Rome, IT

6.5 Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow GoldTwisted Links Chain Beaded Necklace. Dimension 18 inches

Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Emerald Necklace
Emerald Necklace

Emerald Necklace

By Pradera Irama

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Cocodrile Green Emerald Necklace mounted in gold plated Silver from the D'art collection

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Silver, Gold Plate

Emerald Cts 29.82 and Black Diamond Cts 9.86 Beads Necklace with Pearls
Emerald Cts 29.82 and Black Diamond Cts 9.86 Beads Necklace with Pearls

Emerald Cts 29.82 and Black Diamond Cts 9.86 Beads Necklace with Pearls

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Featuring 29.82 carats of rich green emerald beads, 9.86 carats of mysterious black diamond beads

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Emerald, Pearl

Emerald Cts 144.96 and South Sea Pearl Beaded Necklace with 18k White Gold Clasp
Emerald Cts 144.96 and South Sea Pearl Beaded Necklace with 18k White Gold Clasp

Emerald Cts 144.96 and South Sea Pearl Beaded Necklace with 18k White Gold Clasp

Located in Hong Kong, HK

their rare and luxurious sheen. Measuring 35 inches in length, this emerald pearl beaded necklace can

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Beaded 24.84TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Beaded 24.84TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry

Beaded 24.84TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry

By Spectrum Jewels

Located in Diera, Dubai

Beaded 24.84TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry This necklace features

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald Ombre Gold Station Necklace
Emerald Ombre Gold Station Necklace

Emerald Ombre Gold Station Necklace

Located in Westport, CT

Emerald, graduated from deep green through pale mint to nearly clear. 18K gold beads spaced through

Category

2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Ruby Aqua Apatite Emerald Peridot Hand Wired Rondell Bead Pendant Necklace
Ruby Aqua Apatite Emerald Peridot Hand Wired Rondell Bead Pendant Necklace

Ruby Aqua Apatite Emerald Peridot Hand Wired Rondell Bead Pendant Necklace

Located in Stamford, CT

Ruby, aqua, appatite, emerald, peridot and Hand wired toggle pendant necklace. 18k yellow gold

Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Art Deco Necklace Emerald Sapphire Bead with Diamond Opal Platinum Clasp
Art Deco Necklace Emerald Sapphire Bead with Diamond Opal Platinum Clasp

Art Deco Necklace Emerald Sapphire Bead with Diamond Opal Platinum Clasp

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A beautiful Art Deco necklace featuring emerald and sapphire beads. This lovely vintage

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald, Ruby, Tourmaline Gold Necklace
Emerald, Ruby, Tourmaline Gold Necklace

Emerald, Ruby, Tourmaline Gold Necklace

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Emerald linked necklace with other stone like ruby and tourmaline, gold 18 kt 15,80, central part

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

Oval Cut 24.84TCW Green Emerald & Diamond Beaded Necklace 18K White Gold Jewelry
Oval Cut 24.84TCW Green Emerald & Diamond Beaded Necklace 18K White Gold Jewelry

Oval Cut 24.84TCW Green Emerald & Diamond Beaded Necklace 18K White Gold Jewelry

By Spectrum Jewels

Located in Diera, Dubai

Beaded 24.84TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry This necklace features

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, Emerald, Onyx, Coral Flower, Pearl, White Gold Beaded Pendant Necklace
Diamonds, Emerald, Onyx, Coral Flower, Pearl, White Gold Beaded Pendant Necklace

Diamonds, Emerald, Onyx, Coral Flower, Pearl, White Gold Beaded Pendant Necklace

Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)

Unique and refine beaded pendant necklace composed of white pearls row ( 9/9.5 mm) , and 14K white

Category

1990s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Buccellati 1976 Jade Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Beaded Strand Necklace
Buccellati 1976 Jade Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Beaded Strand Necklace

Buccellati 1976 Jade Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Beaded Strand Necklace

By Buccellati

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Comprised of graduated jade beads threaded on knotted green silk cord Translucent light to medium

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Onyx Emerald Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Bead White Gold Necklace
Black Onyx Emerald Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Bead White Gold Necklace

Black Onyx Emerald Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Bead White Gold Necklace

By Unbranded

Located in Tysons, VA

This stunning Art Deco inspired onyx bead necklace is the perfect gift for yourself or someone with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Epic Emerald Rondelle Necklace with 14k Gold
Epic Emerald Rondelle Necklace with 14k Gold

Epic Emerald Rondelle Necklace with 14k Gold

By Jen Proudman Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Epic Emerald Necklace This is a stunning Zambian Emerald necklace with graduated rondelle's (10mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

Spectacular Raw Labradorite Beaded Necklace
Spectacular Raw Labradorite Beaded Necklace

Spectacular Raw Labradorite Beaded Necklace

Located in Atlanta, GA

A spectacular necklace of raw labradorite oversized beads strung together in descending size from

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Silver

Ladies 18 Karat Diamond and Emerald Long Beaded Chain Necklace 28.32 Carat
Ladies 18 Karat Diamond and Emerald Long Beaded Chain Necklace 28.32 Carat

Ladies 18 Karat Diamond and Emerald Long Beaded Chain Necklace 28.32 Carat

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Gorgeous Emerald and Diamond Bead Necklace consists of sixty-five (65) Diamonds with a clarity of

Category

2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Blue Sapphire Emerald Ruby Yellow Sapphire Ctw 811 Multi-Strand Beaded Necklace
Blue Sapphire Emerald Ruby Yellow Sapphire Ctw 811 Multi-Strand Beaded Necklace

Blue Sapphire Emerald Ruby Yellow Sapphire Ctw 811 Multi-Strand Beaded Necklace

Located in Hong Kong, HK

lustrous gold and radiant pearl beads. Measuring a graceful 34 inches in length, this necklace drapes

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Emerald, lapis lazuli and vermeil necklace
Emerald, lapis lazuli and vermeil necklace

Emerald, lapis lazuli and vermeil necklace

Located in New Orleans, LA

Chic and striking rich blue lapis and emerald melon deeply carved beads. The stones have beautiful

Category

2010s American Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil

Aventurine Necklace (Emerald look-alike)
Aventurine Necklace (Emerald look-alike)

Aventurine Necklace (Emerald look-alike)

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Sourced from Africa, this 34" long necklace features rich green aventurine beads complemented by

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Onyx, Aventurine

18k Gold Sapphire Emerald Long Beads Cts 373 Necklace with Pearl and Diamond Rou
18k Gold Sapphire Emerald Long Beads Cts 373 Necklace with Pearl and Diamond Rou

18k Gold Sapphire Emerald Long Beads Cts 373 Necklace with Pearl and Diamond Rou

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This exquisite 34-inch necklace, with an additional 4.5-inch drop, combines 373 carats of stunning

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Customizable Guatemalan Emerald Green Jade 3mm Bead Necklace in 14K/18K Gold
Customizable Guatemalan Emerald Green Jade 3mm Bead Necklace in 14K/18K Gold

Customizable Guatemalan Emerald Green Jade 3mm Bead Necklace in 14K/18K Gold

Located in Wan Chai District, HK

This bead necklace presents one of the most coveted color profiles in the jade world: an emerald

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Natural Coral Bead Diamond Necklace
Red Natural Coral Bead Diamond Necklace

Red Natural Coral Bead Diamond Necklace

Located in Austin, TX

Beautiful natural red coral bead necklace with 12 diamond roundels spacer. Platinum clasp with 5

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Platinum

18k Gold Emerald Beads Cts 284.31 and Pearl Cts 9.06 and Yellow Diamond Necklace
18k Gold Emerald Beads Cts 284.31 and Pearl Cts 9.06 and Yellow Diamond Necklace

18k Gold Emerald Beads Cts 284.31 and Pearl Cts 9.06 and Yellow Diamond Necklace

Located in Hong Kong, HK

A statement piece that screams class and opulence. Featuring 17 mesmerizing emerald beads

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Tanzanite, Pearl, Sapphire and Emerald Necklace Chain
Tanzanite, Pearl, Sapphire and Emerald Necklace Chain

Tanzanite, Pearl, Sapphire and Emerald Necklace Chain

By Royaal Stones Ltd

Located in Bangkok, Thailand

Sapphire and Emerald necklace, with a Tanzanite, Pearl and Emerald tassel set using White Diamonds and 18K

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Long Necklace Opal Emerald Gold Antique Decò Broches
Long Necklace Opal Emerald Gold Antique Decò Broches

Long Necklace Opal Emerald Gold Antique Decò Broches

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Long necklace Opal Emerald Antique Decò Broches with enamel and zircon. Length approximately 65 cm

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Zircon, Mixed Metal

Emerald Green Chromium Diopside Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat white Gold
Emerald Green Chromium Diopside Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat white Gold

Emerald Green Chromium Diopside Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat white Gold

Located in Kirschweiler, DE

This faceted Emerald Green Chromium Diopside Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat Gold is totally

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Peggy Guiness Gold Bead Multi-Gemstone Necklace
Peggy Guiness Gold Bead Multi-Gemstone Necklace

Peggy Guiness Gold Bead Multi-Gemstone Necklace

By Peggy Stephaich Guinness

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Peggy Stephaich Guinness bead collar necklace, designed with ten free-form hammered beads in 24k

Category

2010s Brazilian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Emerald, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold,...

Baroque Emerald Gold Link Necklace

Baroque Emerald Gold Link Necklace

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and chic necklace with baroque shape emerald beads capped with 18kt hammered-finish

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor Cultured Pearls 14K Gold
Multicolor Cultured Pearls 14K Gold

Multicolor Cultured Pearls 14K Gold

By Emeralds Maravellous

Located in US

that is quite lovely. This necklace will pair well for casual and formal occasions. The pearl necklace

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Colombian Emerald Gold Link Necklace
Colombian Emerald Gold Link Necklace

Colombian Emerald Gold Link Necklace

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful emerald nugget-shaped beads necklace capped and linked with hammered and matte-finished

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Freshwater Pearl, Emerald and Jadeite Necklace with 18k Gold Clasp
Freshwater Pearl, Emerald and Jadeite Necklace with 18k Gold Clasp

Freshwater Pearl, Emerald and Jadeite Necklace with 18k Gold Clasp

Located in Melbourne, AU

A White Freshwater Pearl, Emerald Bead and Jadeite Bead Necklace with 18k Gold Clasp Pearls are

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage White Gold Aquamarine Diamond & Sapphire Beaded Necklace
Vintage White Gold Aquamarine Diamond & Sapphire Beaded Necklace

Vintage White Gold Aquamarine Diamond & Sapphire Beaded Necklace

Located in New York, NY

This vintage Art Deco style necklace is crafted in 17k white gold and features a 3.02 carat Santa

Category

Antique 19th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Emerald Yellow Sapphire and Pink Tourmaline Yellow Gold Necklace
Emerald Yellow Sapphire and Pink Tourmaline Yellow Gold Necklace

Emerald Yellow Sapphire and Pink Tourmaline Yellow Gold Necklace

Located in New York, NY

A uniquely and aesthetically matched bead necklace of emerald, yellow sapphire, and pink tourmaline

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Cultured Pearl Necklace with an Emerald and Ruby Cabochon, and Diamonds
Cultured Pearl Necklace with an Emerald and Ruby Cabochon, and Diamonds

Cultured Pearl Necklace with an Emerald and Ruby Cabochon, and Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

A Cultured Pearl Necklace with an Oval Emerald Cabochon, a Pear-Shape Ruby Cabochon, and Diamonds

Category

20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby

Emerald, Diamond and 22K Gold Choker Necklace
Emerald, Diamond and 22K Gold Choker Necklace

Emerald, Diamond and 22K Gold Choker Necklace

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

Two rows of faceted Colombian emerald beads comprise this necklace with 22K gold spacers with

Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold

Rock Cristal Emerald Pumpkins Silver Necklace
Rock Cristal Emerald Pumpkins Silver Necklace

Rock Cristal Emerald Pumpkins Silver Necklace

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Very nice long crystal quartz necklace with emerald pumpkins total length 62cm , the closer is in

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Rock Crystal, Silver

18k Gold Emerald Cts 25.27 Diamond Necklace
18k Gold Emerald Cts 25.27 Diamond Necklace

18k Gold Emerald Cts 25.27 Diamond Necklace

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Like a private forest caught in a pendant, this emerald necklace glows with velvet green and cool

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Pink Rainbow Sapphire and Emerald Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace
Pink Rainbow Sapphire and Emerald Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace

Pink Rainbow Sapphire and Emerald Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace

Located in GOES, NL

This vibrand hand made rainbow gemstone necklace includes polished bright multi-colored gemstones

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, Opal, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Ye...

Pink Sapphire Carved Emerald Cts 306 South Sea Pearl Necklace
Pink Sapphire Carved Emerald Cts 306 South Sea Pearl Necklace

Pink Sapphire Carved Emerald Cts 306 South Sea Pearl Necklace

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This stunning 37-inch necklace features 306 carats of vibrant pink sapphires and intricately carved

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire

Vintage 17.5" Natural Yellow Diamond(18.00ct) and Emerald Necklace in 14KY Gold
Vintage 17.5" Natural Yellow Diamond(18.00ct) and Emerald Necklace in 14KY Gold

Vintage 17.5" Natural Yellow Diamond(18.00ct) and Emerald Necklace in 14KY Gold

Located in New York, NY

emeralds for rich contrast and color. Polished 14K yellow gold spacer beads are interspersed throughout the

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Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Coral, rock crystal, carved emeralds, black onyx and vermeil necklace
Coral, rock crystal, carved emeralds, black onyx and vermeil necklace

Coral, rock crystal, carved emeralds, black onyx and vermeil necklace

Located in New Orleans, LA

love the combination of coral with emeralds. I flanked emeralds with black onyx rondelles to give them

Category

2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Emerald, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Vermeil

Marina J. Graduated & Draped Pearl & Emerald Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold
Marina J. Graduated & Draped Pearl & Emerald Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold

Marina J. Graduated & Draped Pearl & Emerald Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold

By Marina J.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Centerpiece, all adorned with Emerald & 14K Yellow Gold beaded accents. Measuring 16 inches long, this

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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J Pearl Necklace with Emerald, Sapphire & Diamonds, Vintage Centerpiece
Marina J Pearl Necklace with Emerald, Sapphire & Diamonds, Vintage Centerpiece

Marina J Pearl Necklace with Emerald, Sapphire & Diamonds, Vintage Centerpiece

By Marina J.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. This necklace features Graduated Pearl strands, adorned in faceted Emerald and Sapphire beads, and

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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Emerald Bead Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate emerald bead necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 217 vintage or 195 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect emerald bead necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing emerald bead necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Clarissa Bronfman, Gemjunky/M D Designs and Karen Sugarman Designs each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a bead iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an emerald bead necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Emerald Bead Necklace?

The price for an emerald bead necklace starts at $199 and tops out at $395,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $5,400.

The Legacy of Emerald in Jewelry Design

No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). Emeralds were first discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The stone’s name originated from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” According to the Gemological Institute of America, “Emeralds from what is now Colombia were part of the plunder when 16th-century Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for 500 years. The Spaniards, who treasured gold and silver far more than gems, traded emeralds for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.”

There are numerous myths attributed to the emerald’s spiritual powers, like placing an emerald under your tongue will allow you to see the future. But be careful not to swallow the birthstone for May, or that future won’t be so bright!

There are many important (read: large) emeralds in museum collections around the world. The Patricia Emerald, named after the miner’s daughter, is a 632-carat dihexagonal (or 12-sided) crystal that was discovered in Colombia in 1920 and now resides at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington has in its possession the Hooker Emerald, a 75.47-carat Colombian stone. That emerald had been acquired in the 16th or 17th century by Spanish conquistadores and shipped to Europe. It later belonged to Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876–1909), who wore it on his belt buckle. Purchased at auction by Tiffany & Co. in 1911, the Hooker Emerald was set into a tiara and featured in the New York World’s Fair “House of Jewels” exhibit in 1940. Today, it is part of a brooch, also designed by the jewelry house.

On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage emerald jewelry and watches that includes emerald rings, emerald necklaces and other accessories.

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.

Questions About Emerald Bead Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Amber 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Why 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.

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Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.

Next-Level Pearls That Go Well Beyond the Expected

Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.

7 Vibrant Jewels for a Breezy Late-Summer Wardrobe

Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.

Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending

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Meet the Dapper, Mustachioed Parisian Who’s Tops in Crafting Enticing Jewels

After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.