Lapis Lazuli And Gold Beads Necklace
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Lapis lazuli and gold beads long necklace. It depicts a necklace made of round large Lapis lazuli spheres fasten on a string.
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lapis Lazuli and 18K Gold Beaded Necklace
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning beaded necklace of large, natural, graduated lapis lazuli round beads interspersed with 18K gold octagonal-shaped beads.
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Lapis Lazuli & Pearl Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Lapis Lazuli & Pearl Bead Necklace A necklace featuring 43 graduated lapis lazuli beads, & 42 cultured pearls.
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Beaded Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage 1980s Lapis Lazuli and 14K Yellow Gold Necklace. This striking piece features 48 vibrant lapis lazuli beads, each measuring 8.1mm, paired with 47 textured 14K gold beads, eac...
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Mario Buccellati Lapis Lazuli and Gold Bead Necklace
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Roma, RM
The alternating rhythm of lapis lazuli and gold beads gives the necklace a bold yet elegant presence when worn.
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Crystal and Lapis Lazuli Beaded Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Crystal and Lapis Lazuli Beaded Necklace A necklace featuring rock crystal and lapis lazuli beads, separated by yellow gold rondelles.
Crystal, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
18K Yellow Gold and Lapis Lazuli Rondelle Beaded Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The natural variations in the lapis bring depth and character to every bead, ensuring that the necklace feels both timeless and uniquely expressive.
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Faceted Lapis Lazuli Beaded Necklace with 22K Gold Spears
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A fabulous beaded necklace with round faceted, natural lapis lazuli interspersed with 22K gold spears from India with fine workmanship.
Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold
Lapis Lazuli 14 Karat Gold Bead Necklace 25 Inches Retro Antique Graduated Lapis
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING 25 INCH (64cm) LONG LAPIS LAZULI AND 14 KARAT GOLD BEAD NECKLACE. THE VIVID BLUE LAPIS LAZULI BEADS ARE BEAUTIFULLY FLECKED WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF GOLD.
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
By Michael Rose
Located in London, GB
A lapis lazuli bead necklace with an 18 karat yellow gold clasp.
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Long Graduating Lapis Bead Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This necklace delicately features 51 lapis, medium blue beads, clasped together with a 14K yellow gold closure.
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faceted Lapis Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 36 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bring color and elegance to any outfit with this strand of beautifully faceted, sparkling lapis lazuli beads! Featuring 3.00mm lapis beads with wonderfully rich, royal blue color, t...
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 8mm Lapis Lazuli & 14K Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace 17"
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lapis Lazuli and 14K Gold Beaded Necklace. Indulge in the deep, celestial blue of this striking vintage necklace, a testament to the bold elegance of the 1980s.
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 8mm Lapis Lazuli & 14K Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace 16"
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lapis Lazuli and 14K Gold Beaded Necklace. Indulge in the deep, celestial blue of this striking vintage necklace, a testament to the bold elegance of the 1980s.
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lapis Lazuli Faceted Bead Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
By Michael Rose
Located in London, GB
A lapis lazuli bead necklace with an 18 karat yellow gold clasp.
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Valentin Magro Lapis Lazuli 18k Gold Rondelle Bead Double Strand Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in Perry, FL
Valentin Magro double strand lapis lazuli and 18k bead 36” necklace featuring 8.1mm to 8.3mm rondelle beads in dark blue lapis strung with (10) gold rondelle shaped beads with an 18k...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
High Karat Gold Necklace with Lapis Lazuli Beads CA 1970
Located in Miami, FL
A spectacular Necklace, Circa 1970, composed of four lapis lazuli beads capped at each end with milgrain gold work, spaced by hammered gold beads.
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Cultured Pearl Bead Strand Necklace 29" - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Lapis Lazuli Cultured Pearls Necklace Style: Bead Strand Fastening Type: Spring Ring Clasp Measurements Length: 29" Wid...
Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold & Lapis Bead Double Strand Necklace by Paula Crevoshay
By Paula Crevoshay
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Beautiful blue as deep as the ocean, this striking double strand necklace features perfectly matched, slightly graduated Lapis Lazuli beads (474 cttw), each one hand chosen by master...
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jean Mahie 22K Yellow Gold & Lapis Lazuli Bead Choker Necklace 119 grams
By Jean Mahie
Located in Miami, FL
ean Mahie 22K Yellow Gold & Lapis Lazuli Bead Choker Necklace – 15" This bold vintage choker by Jean Mahie exemplifies the designer’s celebrated fusion of ancient-inspired artistry ...
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Vintage High Quality Lapis Lazuli Graduated Bead Necklace w/ White Gold Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (Numerous) Natural Genuine Lapis Lazuli - Round Bead Shape - Strung - Vivid Blue Color - 3.90mm to 7.77mm (approx.) Material: String w/ Solid 14K White Gold Clasp Weig...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, White Gold
Vintage GIA Certified Lapis Lazuli 18K Gold Bead Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Finished with intricate 18K yellow gold accents and a box clasp, this 20-inch strand is signed by Laykin and Co with the original receipt and comes with a GIA certificate. 10.17 mm...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine and Lapis Beaded Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 22 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous gemstone necklace features a beautiful collection of stunning Santa Maria blue aquamarine beads that have been paired with lapis lazuli beads and accented with rich 18k...
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
956.60 Carat Lapis Lazuli and Emerald Beaded Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* Make a statement with this natural 956 carat Lapis and 42.03 carat Colombian Emerald necklace, adorned wit...
Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Giant Ethiopian Opal and Lapis Beaded 14K Statement Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Add a mesmerizing touch to any outfit with this deep blue Lapis Lazuli necklace with Welo Opals in 14K yellow gold. This stunning necklace is made with shimmering Ethiopian Opals and...
Opal, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,750 / item
Lapis Necklace
Located in Missoula, MT
. -14k Yellow Gold -52, 6mm genuine lapis stones (drilled through) -48, 3mm 14k yellow gold beads -14k yellow lobster clasp -18” length
Lapis Lazuli, 14k 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, graduating barrel shapes!
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
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 epitome of style and sophistication!
Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Lapis Lazuli Pearl 14 Karat Gold Bead Necklace 26 Inches Retro Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING 26 INCH (66cm) LONG LAPIS LAZULI, PEARL AND 14 KARAT GOLD BEAD ESTATE NECKLACE.
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lapis Lazuli Barrel Shaped Beaded Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 22 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Necklace measures 22 inches in length. Lapis beads measure 13.70 x 11.40mm, increasing in size to 20.00 x 16.00mm Faceted lapis beads measure 7.25mm
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Lapis Lazuli Large Bead Chunky Necklace w/ Sterling Silver Clasp 14k Gold Beads
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Sterling Silver .925 (Clasp) - 14k Yellow Gold (Beads) Weight: 135.95 Grams Necklace Type: Large strung lapis lazuli beads Necklace Length: 17" (measured next to ruler) - w...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Round Dyed Lapis Bead Necklace with Fluted Spacers 36.5"
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k yellow gold Length: necklace measures 36.5” inches in length Weight: 82.30 grams
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Lapis Lazuli Bead 14K Gold Necklace with Pearl Accents 29 in
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in University Place, WA
A beautiful vintage beaded necklace from Tiffany & Co., pairing richly saturated lapis lazuli beads with soft white pearls for a timeless and elegant contrast.
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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24.5 Inch 8.3mm Lapis Beads, Gold Beads, and Pearl Necklace, 14kt Barrel Clasp
Located in San Diego, CA
24.5-inch length necklace with 8.3mm Lapis Beads, 21 gold Beads, and 30 white freshwater Pearls; secured with a 14kt yellow gold barrel clasp.
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Deborah Lockhart Phillips 18K Gold Lapis Lazuli Beaded Necklace, 1990s
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
Unusual triangular cut lapis lazuli beads separated by 18K gold spacers with beveled lapis tube beads along the back. 18K gold lobster claw clasp. By Deborah Lockhart Phillips. Th...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
14K Gold Beaded Necklace with Blue Lapis Lazuli Stones 24 Inches
Located in New York, NY
14K yellow gold beaded necklace featuring vibrant blue lapis lazuli stones.
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lapis Lazuli with Diamond Rondelle Spacers 18K Yellow Gold Bead Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Natural Lapis lazuli bead necklace featuring 45 polished round lapis lazuli beads with diamond-set rondelle spacers in 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Castellani Etruscan Style 18kt Gold Lapis Bulla Bold Bead Necklace
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
The necklace is heavy due to the large lapis beads. The total length is 22" Length .
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Lapis Lazuli Baroque Pearl Bead Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Lapis Lazuli beads are paired with baroque pearls in this classic and versatile necklace.
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
9mm Round Lapis Bead Necklace with 14k Yellow Gold Spacers and Clasp, 18 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The beads are arranged with high-polished 14k yellow gold spacers that give the necklace an elegant, fine jewelry feel and highlight the golden pyrite flecks in the lapis.
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal Bead Necklace with Diamond Clasp
By Michael Rose
Located in London, GB
An opal, lapis lazuli and rock crystal bead necklace with a diamond set clasp This Art Deco inspired bead necklace features the bold colour palate evocative of a golden period in je...
Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Opal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lapis Lazuli Bead with Diamond Rondelles 18K Yellow Gold Necklace & Bracelet Set
Located in Miami, FL
Lapis lazuli bead necklace and bracelet set in 18K yellow gold featuring polished round lapis beads with diamond-set rondelle spacers.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Clarissa Bronfman Multi Strand Peridot Lapis 14k Gold Sapphire Beaded Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
18" length total lapis beads 14k gold beads peridot beads 2-4 mm AAA+ quality 14k gold unique closing clasp with sapphire stones Please Note: Some of our jewelry photos, inclu...
Lapis Lazuli, Peridot, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Tracey Designs Navajo Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace in Yellow Gold & Enamel
Located in New York, NY
A unique necklace, showcasing a geometric Native American design made of 14K yellow gold and inlaid with enamel and lapis lazuli.
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Estate Lapis Lazuli White Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Furthermore this necklace includes: • deep royal blue Lapis graduating up to 11.3 mm • Sparkling natural diamonds & white gold beads and bow clasp • Methiciously hand knotted ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Aquamarine Fresh Water Pearl Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine is the anchor of this necklace, featuring carved oval and globe beads. Lapis lazuli rondellle beads emphasize the blue hues, while freshwater baroque pearls disband throug...
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Regal Lapis Lazuli 14K Gold Statement Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Add a mesmerizing touch to any outfit with this deep blue graduated Lapis Lazuli necklace in 14K yellow gold. This stunning necklace is made with giant hand carved deep blue Lapis t...
Lapis Lazuli, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silvia Kelly 18 Karat Gold and Lapis Lazuli Beaded Opera Length Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine opera length necklace by Silvia Kelly. With 8mm blue Lapis Lazuli round beads and a hammered hook-and-eye 18k gold clasp.
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20 Century 14 Karat Gold Lapis Lazuli Single-Strand Beaded Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful vintage necklace is composed of a strand of richly saturated natural lapis lazuli beads, each meticulously hand-knotted to ensure durability and fluid drape.
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
DOROTA LASAK 22k gold beaded necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
22k gold lapis emerald beaded necklace DETAILS • 22k gold • emerald beads • coral beads • lapis beads • citrine beads • stamped DOROTA LASAK 22k • hand knotted
Citrine, Coral, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold
Carved Lapis Lazuli Fish Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Carved Lapis Lazuli Necklace A beaded lapis lazuli necklace featuring a carved fish pendant.
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Natural Lapis Lazuli Beads Necklace 14 K White Gold Diamonds Spacers And Clasp
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Color Afghanistan Lapis Lazuli Round Beads Necklace strung with 14k White Gold and Diamonds spacers for a total of more than 1 carat of full cut diamonds..Round Shape Clasp a...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Knotted Strand Necklace 28" - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Lapis Lazuli Necklace Style: Knotted Strand Fastening Type: Tab Box Clasp with Safety Bar Measurements Length: 28" Width...
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
CLARISSA BRONMFAN Lapis Citrine Sapphire Diamond Pearl Pendant Beaded Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Mother of Pearl Pendant consists of: - 2" length x width - mother of pearl discs with hole allowing for stones to shine bright - 925 sterling silver - pave diamond - signat...
Agate, Citrine, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Sterling Si...
Vintage 14K Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace, 10mm Natural Gems, 18-Inch Strand
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage lapis lazuli bead necklace showcasing 10mm natural deep-blue lapis stones with attractive golden pyrite flecks throughout, giving the piece its signature celestial character.
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
Tiny Lapis Lazuli Tube Gold Station Necklace, Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Located in Westport, CT
Afghan lapis lazuli, cut into tiny tubes. The stone's natural pyrite flecks catch light against the deep blue. 14K gold beads mark the intervals. Lapis lazuli tube, 2mm x 4mm (Afgha...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Cultured Pearls Necklace 27" - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Lapis Lazuli Cultured Pearls Measurements Length: 27" Width: 1/4" (6.1mm) Front Width: 1/4" (6.1mm) Back Width: 7/32" (5...
Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.
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Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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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.