Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Afghan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Brass
Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Sterling Silver
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal, Cut Steel
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
2010s Australian Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Morganite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Druzy, Vermeil
Vintage 1930s Beaded Necklaces
20th Century German Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1970s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Quartz
Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Coral
Mid-20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Jasper, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Opal, Aventurine, Jade, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Vermeil
Vintage 1980s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Moonstone, Tiger's Eye, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Amber
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s North American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1940s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl, Quartz
2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Quartz, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Topaz
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Kyanite, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s American Native American Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces
Vintage 1970s Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces
Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Brass, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Vermeil
2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Indonesian Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Modern Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Shop Costume Jewelry: Beaded Necklaces for Sale on 1stDibs
Whether they’re chunky, statement-making accessories or a single strand of the understated sort, fashion beaded necklaces are versatile pieces of costume jewelry. Indeed, the vintage beaded necklaces in your jewelry box likely go with everything, from casual summer tops and shorts to dazzling evening gowns.
Costume jewelry, which is also called fashion jewelry, is designed to accessorize with current fashions and is typically made with inexpensive materials. In the realm of fine jewelry, beaded necklaces originating during the Art Deco era might feature double rows of jade — this period encompasses the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design — whereas accessories in the collection of fashion jewelry on 1stDibs are more often made with glass beads or moonstone.
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.
When it comes to fashion necklaces, 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.
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