Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver
2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Gold-filled
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver Plate
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Danish Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Other, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Japanese Modern Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Early 20th Century Asian Beaded Necklaces
Amber
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Pyrite, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s North American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Vermeil
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Other, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Turquoise, Black Jade, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Onyx, Opal
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
15th Century and Earlier Colombian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Gold
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jasper, Sterling Silver
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Quartz
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Unique Vintage Beaded Necklaces for Sale — Diamond Beaded Necklaces, Pearl Beaded Necklaces and Other Accessories
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.