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Natural Ethiopian Opal Bead Single Strand Necklace on Clearance Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
A great gift item Natural Opal single strand Bead Necklace with Silver Clasp 16" long 1 layers
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Madagascar Brown Opal Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
were used. This necklace alternates beads of opal with 17 mm old Nepal silver beads. The necklace is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Madagascar Brown Opal Necklace
Madagascar Brown Opal Necklace
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L 18 in
Boulder Opal, Sapphire and Tsavorite Pendant on a Beaded Boulder Opal Necklace.
By Kary Adam
Located in Coupeville, WA
Silver Clasp is set with small Amethyst Rounds, holding a Necklace of Australian Boulder Beads with a
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Silver

Boulder Opal, Sapphire and Tsavorite Pendant on a Beaded Boulder Opal Necklace.
Boulder Opal, Sapphire and Tsavorite Pendant on a Beaded Boulder Opal Necklace.
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H 16 in W 0.75 in D 0.5 in Dm 0.75 in L 1.5 in
Natural Opal Faceted Bead Single Strand Necklace on Clearance Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Natural Opal single strand Bead Necklace In silver 18" long 1 layers of Natural opal Beads
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Handmade 61" Blue Peruvian Opal Necklace with Pearls, Rainbow Moonstone Beads
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of a Kind Rare untreated 61" Long Peruvian Blue Opal Necklace with Lustrous Baroque Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Opal, Pearl, Rainbow Moonstone, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Peruvian Pink Opal Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
2 mm silver beads. The necklace is fastened with a sterling silver clasp with a natural pink opal
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2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Peruvian Pink Opal Necklace
Peruvian Pink Opal Necklace
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L 24.5 in
Black Pearl Blue Sapphire Opal Beaded Necklace Lilac Silk Thread Sillver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Blue Sapphire Opal Beaded Necklace Lilac Silk Thread 16" This exquisite handmade
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Opal, Black Pearl, Blue Sapphire

Opal Rondelle Cut Gemstone Necklace
Located in Arnavutköy, TR
This elegant Ethiopian Opal necklace crafted out of very high quality. The stones which in this
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2010s Turkish Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Zircon, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Bone Opal Tourmaline Beaded Necklace & Diamond Wing Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Beaded Necklace consists of: - 37" length total - 925 sterling silver diamond large bottom clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Opal, Diamond, Agate, Sterling Silver, Rhodium

Clarissa Bronfman Opal Jade Moonstone Diamondcitrine Sun Pendant Beaded Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
***NOT PHOTOGRAPHED, THE CITRINE SUN PENDANT NOW HAS A SIGNATURE OTTO LOCK**** Beaded necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Jade, Moonstone, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling ...

Blue Opal Rondelle Cut Gemstone Necklace
Located in Arnavutköy, TR
This elegant Blue Opal Necklace crafted out of very high quality. The stones which in this necklace
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2010s Turkish Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Graduated Welo Opal Nuggets Inlay Opal Toggle, Winnie Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Opals are my birthstone, so I have always had a soft spot for them because of their unique
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

AJD Green and Brown Graduated Rondels of Peruvian Opal Necklace with Silver
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
28.5 Inch Graduated Rondels of Highly Polished Peruvian Opal Necklace. These gorgeous beads are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Quartz, Sterling Silver, Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Opal Jade Moonstone Chalcedony Agate Big Heart Beaded Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
OF 4-6 WEEKS TO SHIP**** Beaded necklace consists of: - 37" length total - double sided diamond and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Chalcedony, Diamond, Jade, Moonstone, Opal, 14k Gold, Sterling Si...

A.Jeschel An Elegant Pink Opal necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
Venetian glass set in sterling silver. Pink Opal is a very powerful crystal when it comes in contact with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Ethiopian Opal Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace featuring graduated Ethiopian Opals. Fastens with a 120K Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Category

2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

A.Jeschel Spectacular Australian Opal 3 strand necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
masterpiece featuring three strands of meticulously polished 8mm Australian Opal beads. Each of these
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Opal, Sterling Silver

AJD 28 Inch Blue Peruvian Opal Nugget Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique blue Peruvian opal nugget necklace with hammered Sterling Silver toggle clasp. Each nugget
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Pink Opal Mika Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Pink Peruvian Opal and Turquoise beads, finished with 22K Gold Plated
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

A.Jeschel Elegant two strand white Opal necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite and Unparalleled Indulge in the allure of a matinee-length necklace crafted with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

AJD 20 Inch Unique Pink Peruvian Opal Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
20 Inch Pink Peruvian Opal necklace that is perfect for fall and winter. It is the perfect accent
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal

Alex Jona Free-Form Opal Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection Opal necklace with a brushed sterling silver clasp. Each bead is
Category

2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Free-Form Opal Necklace
Alex Jona Free-Form Opal Necklace
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W 0.64 in L 19.29 in
A.Jeschel Fine Morganite , Opal and Onyx Necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
piece, a Sterling Silver clasp showcases a radiant Rose Quartz gemstone. With bead sizes ranging from
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Morganite, Onyx, Opal, Quartz, Sterling Silver

AJD 25 Inch Pink Peruvian Opal necklace perfect for Winter
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
. This necklace is secured with a hammered sterling silver toggle clasp. MN2354
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Handmade 40" Amazonite Tahitian Pearl Peruvian Opal Garnet Sterling Necklace
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Peruvian Opal and Baroque Lustrous Freshwater Tahitian Pearls with 2 Sterling Focal beads with Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amazonite, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Peruvian Opal shard necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind A Peruvian Blue Opal Shard Necklace. Each opal shard boasts a mesmerizing array of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Magnificent Peruvian Opal necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
opals that complete the necklace are all polished beads. It's no surprise that the Peruvian opal
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Opal, Hessonite, Sterling Silver

Fantastic Bochic “Capri” Blue & White Opal, Ruby Necklace set 22K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
- large pear shape at the drop Set in 22K Gold and Silver This Necklace is the perfect Day to night
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

A.Jeschel Natural Peruvian Opal Necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
opals are separated by beautiful Tiger's Eye beads. This gives the necklace a natural, earthy feel that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver

AJD Unique Highly Polished Australian Yellow Opal Pebble Necklace Great Gift!!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Necklace of highly polished Australian Yellow Opal pebble with southwestern style accents. Be the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Opal, Turquoise Matrix, Silver

A.Jeschel Fabulous Peruvian Blue Opal Necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Rare Peruvian Blue Opal Necklace. These stones can only be found in the Andes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Opal Jade Amethyst Rock Crystal Necklace Estate Barbara Taylor Bradford OBE
Located in New York, NY
, Amethyst, Opal and Jadeite beads. The necklace is guaranteed to be from the estate of the legendary
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Jade, Opal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

53" Long Peruvian Pink Opal Necklace with 14 Karat Gold Details
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Sabrina Balsky Jewelry One of a kind Natural Peruvian Pink Opal Handmade Necklace with Pear shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Morganite Ballet Pink Opal Inlay Toggle Choker Necklace, Dahlia V Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Varying shades of ballet pink and pink grapefruit colored luxe morganite beryl beads are gently
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Morganite, Opal, Sterling Silver, Gold, Vermeil

A.Jeschel Luminous Opal with Flower Jasper necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind An unusual necklace mixing luminous Opal with flower Jasper in an elegant 2-strand
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Jasper, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Bold Green opal and Jade necklace .
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
polished Peruvian Opals, intricately carved green Jade longevity beads, and smaller jade spacers, all
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Jade, Opal, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Softly ruffled bib Pink opal necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
Unique Elegance: Elevate your style with the Pink Opal Softly Ruffled Bib Necklace—a truly one-of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

AJD 22 Inch Silvery Coin Pearls and Black Opal Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Black Opal faceted rondelles complement each other in this lovely 22 inch necklace. The Black Opals
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Black Opal, Mixed Metal

South Sea Pearl Necklace with Two Australian Solid Black Opal and Diamond Claps
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a premium White South Sea Pearl Necklace with 2 Australian Solid Black Opal as the Claps
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2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, South Sea Pearl

A.Jeschel Precious Chrysoprase necklace with Australian Opals
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
( brightest green to grass green to soft green) mixed with deep Australian brown Opal, as well as center
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Handmade 56" Peruvian Pink Opal Necklace, Peridot, Amethyst, Apatite
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of a Kind 56" Long Necklace with Gemstone Peruvian Pink Opals, Fine Gemstone Quality Faceted
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, Peridot, Apatite, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel 2 strand Pink Opal and Pearl necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Both the Opals and pearls are petal-shaped forming a very feminine pink and white
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Sterling Silver

AJD Necklace of Highly Polished Pink Peruvian Opal Nuggets and Black Spinel
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Tumbled and highly polished nuggets of Pink Peruvian Opal Necklace with double heart silver plate
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Black Spinel, Spinel, Opal, Mixed Metal

20" Multi-Stone, Pearl and Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the celestial allure of the 20" Multi-Stone Bead, Pearl, and Sterling Silver Rondell
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, ...

AJD Stylish Blue RARE Peruvian Opal & Moonstone Double Strand 21" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
are enhanced with glowing gems of natural Moonstone set with a sterling silver clasp. This necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Moonstone, Sterling Silver, Silver

A.Jeschel Unique Tibetan Amber beads and Chinese Jade necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
In this exquisite necklace, a harmonious composition of 27 distinct beads comes together, each
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Opal, Aventurine, Jade, Sterling Silver

42" One of Kind Pink Chalcedony, Pink Peruvian Opals, and Tanzanite Necklace
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
42" Long Rare Quality Translucent Natural Pink Chalcedony, with Peruvian Pink Opals and Peruvian
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Opal, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver

White Diamond Opal Black Pearl Choker Necklace Medal Pendants J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two Medal Pendants, One Small Silver Coin with White Diamond and a Bronze Coin set with 3 Opals
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Black Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Silver Plate

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Bone Tigers Eye Polki Opal Diamond Gold Carmen Rosary Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Pendant consists of: - set in 22k gold and silver - white opal cabochon - 6 carats set in middle
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Opal, Quartz, Tiger's Eye, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold...

A.Jeschel Luxury and Pretty in a Pink Opal Necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
This one-of-a-kind necklace is a true delight for lovers of pink hues and opal gemstones. These
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Vermeil

AJD Delicate Choker of Paua Shell, Black Opal, and Green Quartz
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
. There are lovely flashes of red in the Black Opal. At 15 inches this necklace will sit right at the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Quartz, Black Opal, Sterling Silver

Medal Silver Choker Chain Necklace Black Pearl J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Set Medal Virgin Mary Black Pearl Opal and Blue Sapphire Choker Necklace Silver Chain J
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Glittering Crystal Glass Beaded Graduated Necklace ca 1960
Located in University City, MO
Glittering crystal glass beaded graduated necklace ca 1960 The elegant necklace is designed with
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Rhodium

Emerald Medal Virgin Mary Black Pearl Choker Necklace Silver Chain
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Set Medal Virgin Mary Black Pearl Opal and Blue Sapphire Choker Necklace Silver Chain J
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Ste...

Medal Silver Choker Chain Necklace Black Pearl Emerald Prong J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Set Medal Virgin Mary Black Pearl Opal and Blue Sapphire Choker Necklace Silver Chain J
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Mother of Pearl, Crystal Gemstone and Beaded Statement Collar and Bib Necklace
Located in Milton Keynes, GB
Introducing to you a mother of pearl, crystals and gemstone beaded statement collar and bib
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amazonite, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Crystal, Jade, Lapis La...

39" Exceptional Australian translucent Chrysoprase Peruvian Blue Opals, Amethyst
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Peruvian Blue Opal beads and Faceted Amethyst Rondelles. Sterling Silver S clasp. Australian Chrysoprase
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Topaz Diamond Quartz Opal Rosary & Sapphire Diamond Flower
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- sapphire - 1.8" length width Rosary consists of: - brown quartz beads - opal diamond sterling silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, Diamond, Opal, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Sterlin...

A.Jeschel Long rope, Baroque Pearls, Kyanite, Boulder opal
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
, The necklace is anchored by a 21/2” sterling silver tassel. The clasp is a hammered sterling silver
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Labradorite, Freshwater Pearl, Kyanite, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Opal Diamond Rosary & Ruby Amethyst Cross Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
: - brown quartz beads - opal diamond sterling silver tumbler bead, topaz diamond silver tumbler beads - 37
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal, Quartz, Ruby, Blue Sapphire,...

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Opal Necklace Silver Bead For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact opal necklace silver bead you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from silver, sterling silver and gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 5 vintage or 102 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an opal necklace silver bead may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An opal necklace silver bead from Karen Sugarman Designs, Elaine Silverstein and Clarissa Bronfman — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and round cut alternatives. Most of our opal necklace silver bead for sale are for women, but there are 25 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Opal Necklace Silver Bead?

Prices for an opal necklace silver bead can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $50 and can go as high as $23,995, while this accessory, on average, fetches $925.

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.