Multi Colored Bead Necklace
Vintage 1970s French Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Beaded Necklaces
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, Y...
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, 22k Gold
Late 20th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Jade, Silver
Recent Sales
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Alexandrite, Amethyst, Citrine, Coral, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Cultured Pe...
Early 2000s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Ruby, Tourmaline, Fire Opal, 22k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Indian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
20th Century French Classical Greek Beaded Necklaces
Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1990s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Israeli Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Freshwater Pearl
20th Century Austrian Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Austrian Beaded Necklaces
Unknown Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century Austrian Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Austrian Beaded Necklaces
Turkish Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s Drop Necklaces
People Also Browsed
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Bangles
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary Bangles
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Jade
Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Jade, 22k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Onyx, Opal
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline
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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.
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