Opal Necklace Graduated Beads
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Opal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Emerald, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Onyx, Opal
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s European Late Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Quartz, Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Rhodium
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Onyx, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold Plate, Vermeil
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Turquoise, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Native American Drop Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Opal, Turquoise, Rhodocrosite, 14k Gold, Yell...
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Antique 1890s European Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Aquamarine, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Jade
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Australian Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Purple Sapphire
Antique Early 19th Century British George III Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Early 2000s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
20th Century Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Onyx, Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Onyx, Opal
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Opal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artist Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
2010s German Artist Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Rock Crystal, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Vermeil
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Opal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Rock Crystal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Chalcedony, Citrine, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Contemporary More Art
Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Rock Crystal, 9k Gold
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Rock Crystal, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Rock Crystal, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
Chalcedony, Pink Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
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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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