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1768.53 Carats grand Aquamarine & Morganite beryl fluted gems beads Necklace
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Aquamarine & Morganite Carved Melon Necklace For Fine Jewelry Gem Gemstone - Aquamarine
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Morganite, Beryl, Other

Multi Tourmaline Beaded Jewelry Necklace Rondelle Beads Gem Quality
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Multi Tourmaline Beaded Jewelry Necklace Rondelle Beads Gem quality Size : 7.5 To 12 MM Weight
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2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline

Tanzanite Beaded Necklace Gem Quality Smooth Rondelles Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Tanzanite Top Quality Smooth Beads Natural Gemstone Necklace Weight - 418.4 Ct Size - 7.5 To 14 MM
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite

165.75 Carats Burma Red Spinel Beads Top Quality Beaded Necklace Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
165.75 Carats Burma Red Spinel Beads Top Quality Beaded Necklace Natural Gem Gemstone - Spinel
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Spinel, Tourmaline

Phosphosiderite and Kunzite Beaded Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful and unusual necklace features a gorgeous collection of luscious purple
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Kunzite, Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Citrine Quartz Beaded Jewelry Necklace Gem Quality
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Citrine Quartz Beaded Jewelry Necklace Gem quality Size : 13 X 20 To 27 X 37 MM Weight : 886
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2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Citrine

The Long Sailor Lock Beaded Gemstone Necklace: Mixed Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It's all about adding color.... Mixed Gem Necklace with Faceted round and Rondelle Beads features a
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Apatite, Topaz, Quartz, Lapis Lazuli, Labradorite, Garnet, Ca...

396.95 Carats pink Tourmaline carved melon beads necklace Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
396.95 Carats pink Tourmaline carved melon beads necklace Jewelry Natural Gem Gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline

334.50 Carats Multi Tourmaline Necklace Beaded Jewelry Natural Gemstone AAA+ gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Multi Tourmaline Beaded Plain Jewelry Necklace Natural Gemstone Gemstone - Tourmaline Size : 7 To
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2010s Nigerian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline

1395.25 carats Morganite fluted melon Beads Necklace Top Quality Natural Gems
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Morganite Carved melon Beads Necklace Top Quality Natural Gemstone Gemstone - Morganite weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Morganite

270.70 Carats Blue Sapphire Beaded gem Quality Necklace no heat burmese sapphire
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Sapphire Beaded Jewelry Necklace Rondelle Beads Gem quality Size : 4 To 7 MM Weight : 270.70
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2010s Burmese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire

Amazonite and Turquoise Beaded Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning statement necklace features a beautiful collection of perfectly matched, 18mm round
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amazonite, Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

African Amethyst Quartz Beaded high Jewelry Necklace Gem Quality
Located in Jaipur, RJ
African Amethyst Quartz Beaded Jewelry Necklace Gem quality Size : 18 X 23 To 30 X 40 MM Weight
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2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz

Prasiolite Green Amethyst Quartz Beaded Jewelry Necklace Gem Quality
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Prasiolite Green Amethyst Quartz Beaded Jewelry Necklace Gem quality Size : 12 X 23 To 21 X 40 MM
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2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz

Rhodochrosite Beaded Necklace with Hand Carved Rhodonite Floral Pendant
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This eye-catching necklace features a beautifully hand-carved rhodonite floral pendant on a lovely
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Rhodocrosite, Rhodolite, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold...

Bolivian Ametrine Quartz Beaded fine Jewelry Necklace Gem Quality
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Top Quality Natural Ametrine Tumble beads Necklace Size : 23 X 24 To 28 X 34 MM Weight : 1770.65
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2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Quartz

Faceted Lapis Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 36 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
beads. Hand strung on silk thread and finished with a 14k yellow gold clasp. This necklace is a single
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Green Tourmaline Bead and 18k Yellow Gold Necklace, Adjustable Length
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This strand of graduated green tourmaline beads is so pretty and unusual! The tourmaline gems
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Faceted Lapis Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 32 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
! The lapis beads in this necklace have wonderfully rich, royal blue color, with facets that sparkle in
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine, Peridot, Phrenite and Tsavorite Beaded Necklace with Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fun and unique beaded necklace features an interesting collection of pastel gemstones in a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Peridot, Tsavorite, Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcarved Amethyst Flower, Rhodolite, Pearl and Tourmaline Bead Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
different strands of pearls or beads, as well as a chain. This necklace is so pretty, feminine and versatile
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Rhodolite, 14k Gold...

10mm Amethyst Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 18 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine quality amethyst necklace features beautifully matched amethyst beads with gorgeous, even
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Faceted Citrine Nugget Beaded Necklace with Garnets and Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
resembles flowing honeycomb, this necklace is both beautiful and fun! Each citrine bead has a "swirled
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Quartz and Kunzite Beaded Necklace with Rose Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful rose quartz and kunzite bead necklace features a gorgeous pairing of sparking rose
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Kunzite, Quartz, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

198.75 Carats Aquamarine Beads Plain 2 Strand Necklace Top Quality Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
gemstone - Aquamarine weight - 198.75 carats size - 3 To 10 mm quantity - 2 Strand
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine

10mm Chalcedony and Moonstone Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty necklace pairs lovely, translucent 10mm blue chalcedony beads with adularescent blue
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Chalcedony, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k ...

Amethyst Beaded Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 18.5 inches (47 cm). The size of the smooth round beads is 12 mm. The
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Amethyst Beaded Necklace
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Rose De France Amethyst Beaded Necklace with Diamond & Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous strand of beautifully matched Rose de France amethyst beads is sure to make you smile
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Smoky Quartz, Aquamarine and 18k Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace, 20 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sophisticated and eye-catching necklace that combines smoky quartz with aquamarine and 18k yellow gold. Large
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Quartz, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Spinel Graduating Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Spacers, 19 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This strand of fine quality spinel beads would be at home in a 19th century ballroom or a 21st
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Spinel, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

White Pearl Black Gem Beaded Lilac Silk Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Black Gem Beaded Lilac silk Necklace 18" Designer: J Dauphin Metal: Gold Filled Last
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Pearl, Black Pearl, Quartz, Gold-filled

White Pearl Black Gem Beaded Lilac Silk Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Black Gem Beaded Lilac silk Necklace 18" Designer: J Dauphin Metal: Gold Filled Last
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Pearl, Black Pearl, Quartz, Gold-filled

Baroque Citrine Beaded Necklace with 18K Yellow Gold Accents and Clasp
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty strand of baroque citrine beads is one-of-a-kind. It features 17 golden citrine beads
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

15mm Round Emerald Beaded Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 18 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
black veining that gives the necklace a gorgeous dramatic effect. Rich 22kt yellow gold beads with
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold

Spiderweb Turquoise Beaded Necklace with 18k Gold and Sterling Silver Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These beautifully veined "spiderweb" turquoise beads are accented by 18k yellow gold and sterling
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Faceted Imperial Topaz Beaded Necklace with Yellow Gold Spacers, 20.5 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This faceted imperial topaz beaded necklace is a perfect way to add casual elegance to your
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Emerald Beaded Necklace with Moonstone, Onyx, and Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original strand of natural emerald beads is truly one-of-a-kind! The emeralds in this necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Multi-gemstone, Emerald, Moonstone, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 1...

13-14mm Aquamarine and Moonstone Beaded Necklace with 14k Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous aquamarine necklace features natural aquamarine beads in a deep blue color rarely
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Barrel Shaped Lapis Lazuli Beaded Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 24 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This impressive beaded necklace features rich, violetish blue lapis lazuli beads in large
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Red Spinel Graduating Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Spacers, 20 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This strand of fine quality spinel beads would be at home in a 19th century ballroom or a 21st
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Spinel, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Morganite Tile Bead Necklace with Persimmon Moonstones and Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning statement necklace features gorgeous natural morganite tile beads in a lovely array
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Morganite, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Smoky Coffee Quartz Beaded Necklace with 14k Yellow Gold Clasp, 18.5 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This impressive smoky quartz beaded necklace is a real attention-getter! Each bean-shaped bead
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

1950s Graduated White Coral Bead Necklace Beads
Located in Lexington, KY
pair it with a black gown for a statement of elegance! The necklace is 32” long. The coral beads range
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Vintage 1950s Modernist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral

10mm Round Lapis Lazuli, Faceted Sapphire Bead & White Gold Necklace, 19 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous necklace of round lapis lazuli beads with sapphire and white gold accents is the
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Hand Carved Rock Crystal Quartz Bead Necklace with 18k Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning necklace features large, hand carved rock crystal quartz beads arranged with 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Citrine Beaded Necklace with 18k and 22k Yellow Gold Accents, 20-Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
example of wearable sunshine! Necklace measures 20 inches in length Citrine tube-shaped beads measure
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 to 15mm Round Aquamarine Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 18.5 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lovely necklace features large, fine quality aquamarine beads that possess a rich, deep color
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand Carved Amethyst Flower Pendant and Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
clipped over beads, pearls, or even on a chain! This necklace is so pretty, feminine and wearable for all
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Peridot Nugget Bead Necklace, 580 Carats with Yellow Gold Clasp, 23.5 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous strand of large, peridot nugget beads is a beautiful statement necklace that can be
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Lapis Lazuli Barrel Shaped Beaded Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 22 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful necklace features unusual barrel-shaped lapis lazuli beads in graduating sizes, all
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

14mm Kyanite Bead and 18k Gold Necklace with Diamond Rondelles, 18 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This blue kyanite gemstone beaded necklace is breathtakingly luminescent with its gorgeous silvery
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Kyanite, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

16mm Sea Foam Green Aquamarine Bead and 18k Yellow Gold Necklace, 20 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning necklace features an impressive collection of large, 16mm round aquamarine beads with
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Amethyst Quartz Beaded Tumbled Faceted high Jewelry Necklace Gem Natural Quality
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Amethyst Quartz Beaded Tumbled Faceted high Jewelry Necklace Gem Quality Size : 19x16x13 To
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2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz

230.90 Carats Citrine Beaded Faceted Balls Fine Jewelry Necklace Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
230.90 Carats Citrine Beaded Faceted Balls Fine Jewelry Necklace Natural Gem Size : 5 To 11 MM
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2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Citrine

20mm Round Blue Lace Agate and Kyanite Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This eye-catching necklace features stunning blue lace agate and richly colored blue kyanite beads
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Kyanite, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Pendant Studded with Nine Lucky Gems Strung in a Tanzanite Beads Necklace
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
A beautiful Jade pendant studded with nine lucky gems strung in a row of graduating Tanzanite beads
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphi...

12mm Blue Flash Moonstone Beaded Necklace with White and Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty strand of blue flash moonstone beads will make such a versatile and fresh addition to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

10mm Variegated Chrome Diopside Beaded Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a strand of rare, chrome diopside beads! This beautiful strand of 10 mm round, variegated chrome
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Lapis Lazuli Rondelle Beads Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
necklace is made of gems in saturated, deep, dark blue with inclusions of gold pyrite. The beads are very
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2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Gold Retro Natural Butterscotch Egg Yolk Amber Gem Necklace Bead, circa 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Natural Baltic Butterscotch Egg Yolk Reconstructed Amber and Gold Bead Necklace, circa 1950
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amber, 14k Gold

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Gem Beaded Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact gem beaded necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 29 vintage editions and 140 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect gem beaded necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic gem beaded necklace over the years, but those made by Sarosi By Timeless Gems, J Weir Gems and Marina J. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A gem beaded necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Pearl rings, from our inventory of 37, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and uncut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a gem beaded necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Gem Beaded Necklace?

Prices for a gem beaded necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $119 and can go as high as $84,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,970.

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. 

Questions About Gem Beaded Necklace
  • 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 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
    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.