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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
Lilac Jade Gemstone Necklace
Located in McKinney, TX
8mm faceted & polished Lilac Jade gemstones flanked by crystal rhinestones and gold-plated accents.
27" length with gold-plated clasp closure.
Due to th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jade
Cherry Red Bakelite Graduated Faceted Bead Necklace on Sterling Silver Chain
Located in London, GB
Lovely Art Deco cherry red Bakelite graduated and faceted beads, on sterling silver chain. Measuring length 71.5 cm / 28.1 inches, and the largest ...
Category
Vintage 1930s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Oscar de la Renta Large Metallic Dark Gunmetal Beaded Statement Necklace
Located in Milford, DE
A bold oversized bead necklace by Oscar de la Renta. This necklace features large, metallic, reflective gunmetal beads on a fine chain. Large and loud,...
Category
1990s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Long Necklace with Tahiti pearls and about 150 carat gemstones
Located in Boostedt, SH
This long necklace combines everything about the colors of the palette. It makes a real impression when worn solo or in combination with a short necklace. About a 150 carats...
Category
2010s German Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
A.Jeschel Stunning Long Pearls and Amazonite necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Who says simple has to be boring?
Turquoise and bits of coral painstakingly inlaid into Tibetan beads are surrounded by small well -matched 5mm Freshwater Pearls. Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amazonite, Freshwater Pearl
Long necklace with about 110 carats natural tanzanites, rubies and Tahiti pearls
Located in Boostedt, SH
This necklace is a highlight just in the context of its meaning and the mutual support of the natural ruby with the tanzanite. The beads fit beautifully in color with this purple/red...
Category
2010s German Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Rich blue Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Aquamarine Elegance: A Timeless Treasure
Indulge in the opulent allure of this one-of-a-kind necklace, where every detail is meticulously crafted to perfection. Picture yo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Lapis and Turquoise dramatic tribal necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Dramatic tribal necklace full of interesting components make a show-stopping statement. 3 strands of Rough cut unpolished Afghanistan lapis lazuli...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Chanel Statement Pendant Multi-Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Chanel will make you feel feminine and fabulous in all of the best ways. Do not overlook all of the small details as this necklace is filled with varying designs of gold pendants, blue flower beads, pink beads, and white pearls. Comes with a clasp closure and five stacked metal chains creating a dramatic look. Pair this with a pink Valentino dress...
Category
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Mikimoto Style South Sea Large Faux Pearls Tahitian Colors Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Mikimoto Style South Sea Large Faux Pearls Tahitian Colors 14mm Size Necklace Faux Ruby Diamond Sterling Clasp 18inches Long
Category
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Graduated Amber Beads
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco graduated genuine Amber Beads from the 1930's. Wonderful coloring. 26" length, Beads from 8 mm to 25 mm length. 45 grams. Amber self scr...
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber
Philippe Ferrandis Signed Glass, Resin and Gold Plated Beaded Necklace French
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning work of jewelry designer signed French necklace is by Philippe Ferrandis and looks like art and sculpture. It is labeled and also noted Paris. The luscious colors of th...
Category
1990s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Givenchy Haute Couture Torsade Necklace, Provenance Bunny Mellon
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy Bunny Mellon Haute Couture multi bead loose torsade necklace. Of nacre resin pearls and golden beads which rests high on neck to wear with the se...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
Robert Goossens Rock Crystal Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Robert Goossens rock crystal necklace of large round fractured rock crystal beads with a focal round crystal cabochon, hook and eye clasp with si...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Vintage German Glass Beads edged with 24K gold on Pearls, Blue Alex Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
A German vintage red glass bead edged with 24K gold hangs on 5mm-6mm Freshwater Pearls. The necklace is finished with 14K gold filled metals an...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
A.Jeschel Blue Quartz and Blue lace Agate Necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Softly colored powder-blue Quartz and blue lace Agate are paired in a very romantic necklace.
The 2 strand faceted teardrops provide a flattering light-reflecting bib....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Quartz, Vermeil
Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent Pastel Rock Crystal Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Maison Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent unusual pastel tinted rock crystal hand knotted necklace. Composed of large nugget tumbled beads in...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
A.Jeschel Dramatic necklace of hammered rock crystal plates necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Fire and ice best describe this dramatic necklace of hammered rock crystal plates and clear polished Quartz beads. The icy look of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Chanel Maison Gripoix Poured Glass Double Flower Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Chanel necklace with pale rose poured glass double flower motif on hand knotted 15 mm high quality Maison Gripoix handmade pinky beige toned faux pearls.
Length: 16.5", pearl size 15...
Category
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Coppola e Toppo Beaded Smoke Berry Bib
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate and striking Coppola et Toppo Beaded Berry Bib from the 1960's Italy. Intricately beaded berry motifs are attached to a beaded collar of the same beads in smokey faceted re...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Brass, Gilt Metal
Chanel Faux White Pearl Graduated Necklace Long 48" Circa 2012 Belt
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Pre-owned Chanel graduated faux pearl necklace (or belt) crafted in silver tone (circa 2012).
The necklace features graduated 6mm to 12mm faux white pearls. Two CC logos separate t...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Base Metal
Black Labradorite Beaded Necklace With Round Flat Onyx Gemstone, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible jewelry piece from the '80s
- 20" length
- 20mm smooth and polished black labradorite beads
- 1.75" diameter smooth,...
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Labradorite, Onyx
A.Jeschel Captivating Chrysoprase bold necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Rarity:
Prepare to be captivated by a truly exceptional creation that stands alone in its uniqueness. At its heart, an extraordinary large opaque green polished Chrysopras...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Chrysophrase, Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver
MARNI black ROPE & GOLD METAL Necklace
By Marni
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Marni necklace in black rope and round gold-tone brass metal details. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Comes with dust bag.
...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Green Moonstone necklace with Erte Art Deco pendant .
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
This exquisite piece of jewelry is a miniature enameled pendant that boasts a stunning Art Deco image reminiscent of the work of the legendary artist and designer Erté. The pendant was created in the atelier of a Russian miniaturist, who employed the same techniques used in hand-painted miniature boxes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Moonstone, Druzy, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Exquisite faceted Phosphosiderite neccklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
A most unusual natural lilac-colored stone Phosphosiderite.
Two strand faceted tear-drop phosphosiderite stones interspersed with Swarovski Amethyst spacers. The clasp is a vintage glass...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
Vintage handmade necklace by Louis Rousselet Paris 1950s silver rose faux pearls
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Attributed to Louis Rousselet, born 1892-1980 in Paris.
This lovely vintage necklace date to the late 1950/60, made of simulated pearls of silver and rose. It's unsigned which is typ...
Category
Vintage 1940s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Silver, Gilt Metal
Art Deco Bakelite Bead and Bracelet Set
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Bakelite Bead and Bracelet Set from the 1930's. The necklace has graduated beads with a simple hidden twist clasp. The bracelet is wired with 2...
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Richly colored Peruvian Opal necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Richly colored Peruvian opal nuggets in shades of teal, turquoise, light blue, and coffee, punctuated by square vermeil spacers in a 3 strand necklace. The clasp is a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Vermeil
Red Vintage German Glass Beads edged with 24K gold on Pearls, Alex Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
White freshwater pearls adorned with a red German glass bead that is edged with 24K gold. It is finished with 14K gold filled metals. This neckl...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
A.Jeschel Stunning Blue Quartz plates necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Rich French Blue Quartz polished plates separated by hand tooled vermeil beads and flat coin freshwater pearls matched in size . The components combine in a 17” neckla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Faceted Iolite and crystal necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
3-strand blue iolite and crystal faceted necklace. The stones are
Interspersed with vermeil rondels in 3 graduated strands. The strands are anchored by a 9 individual...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Iolite, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage Necklace green Bakelite and white plastic balls from the 1980s USA
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Contrasting 60 cm long chain consisting of green transparent , tubular, diagonally cut parts, possibly Bakelite and white plastic balls. This necklace coms from the USA. Very decorat...
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Quartz
A.Jeschel Unusual Mexican Jasper plates necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Unusual Mexican Bird's eye jasper plates fashioned into a flattering collar. Each plate is separated by Madagascar yellow sapphire...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Hessonite, Jasper, Sterling Silver
Chunky White Resin Beaded Statement Necklace With Silver Mounted Pink Jade
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 20" length
- Largest bead measures 1.5" wide
- White resin beads
- Pink jade gemstones set in silver bezel
- Invisible screw clasp
- Circa 1990s
- Estate acq...
Category
1990s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Paraiba Tourmaline rough-cut pendant necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Paraiba Tourmaline presented in a two-sided rough-cut and polished plate serves as the centerpiece of this necklace strung of 20 mm. violet amethyst beads.
Paraiba stone...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Vermeil
Heidi Daus Triple Strand Turquoise Bead and Crystal-Encrusted Accent Necklace
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
Bold beads by Heidi Daus! Three strands of 12.5mm turquoise beads are connected with antique brass-tone, crystal-encrusted, findings for a sophisticated, yet bold, look.
Length: 47....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
A.Jeschel Captivating Watermelon Tourmaline necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
introducing the "Watermelon Tourmaline Delight" necklace - a stunning piece that showcases the natural beauty and diversity of tourmaline.
What makes tourmaline so fascinating is the way that each stone can exhibit a range of colors and hues, earning it the nickname "rainbow stone." The beads in this necklace have been expertly polished to showcase the stunning pink and green shades that resemble a juicy slice of watermelon. It's easy to imagine these beads side by side in their natural state, with their different colors merging and mingling to create a truly unique and captivating effect.
The necklace is crafted from three strands of tourmaline beads, which have been carefully selected and strung together to create a harmonious color palette. The shades range from dark greens to rich pinks, creating a sense of depth and richness to the piece. The necklace measures approximately 18 inches in length, making it the perfect length to drape elegantly around the neck.
The necklace is finished with Venetian glass set...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Vermeil
A.Jeschel Unique Tibetan Amber beads and Chinese Jade necklace
Located in Miami, FL
In this exquisite necklace, a harmonious composition of 27 distinct beads comes together, each possessing its own intriguing story. These beads blend seamlessly to create a stunning statement of complementary colors, captivating forms, and enticing textures.
At the heart of this masterpiece lies an oversized carved two-colored Jade longevity bead, commanding attention with its grandeur. It's encircled by spacious Aventurine spacers, carved wooden longevity beads, Tibetan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Opal, Aventurine, Jade, Sterling Silver
Navajo, Geometric, Elements, necklace, by Melanie Yazzie Kingman Turquoise beads
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Navajo, Geometric, Elements, necklace, by Melanie Yazzie, Kingman Turquoise beads
Melanie A. Yazzie (Navajo-Diné) is a highly regarded multimedia artist known for her printmaking, p...
Category
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Chanel Faux White Pearl Maroon Bead Necklace Graduated Long 47" Circa 2014 Belt
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Pre-owned Chanel graduated faux pearl necklace (or belt) crafted in dark silver tone (circa 2014).
The necklace features graduated 8mm to 12mm faux white pearls, separated with 8mm...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel Faux Pearl Blue Sripes CC logos Necklace, Resort 2019
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL faux white pearl necklace featuring four pearls and two pale textured gold toned CC logo embellished with blue stripes.
CHANEL 2019 Resort C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
A.Jeschel Gorgeous necklace green Chrome Diopside paired with Peridot
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Gorgeous green Chrome Diopside paired with Peridot, a tone lighter, makes a striking statement. The Chrome Diopside is cut very cl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Peridot, Vermeil
A.Jeschel Rutilated Quartz two-strand very sparkly necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Rutilated quartz two-strand very sparkly necklace. Between each well-faceted Quartz teardrop, there is a spacer of vermeil inlaid with cubic zirconia and small gold pe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Druzy, Vermeil
Five Strand Crystal Encrusted Leopard Statement Necklace By Heidi Daus
By Heidi Daus
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece
- 17" length with additional 4.5" extender chain
- 4" x 1.75" leopard head focal area
- Antique gold tone
- Crystal pavé
- Ci...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Onyx 14k Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This crafted necklace is made of a mix of black Onyx and 14k gold that contrasts beautifully. A beaded necklace has many possibilities for styling as it can be styled as a single-lay...
Category
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, 14k Gold
A.Jeschel Aquamarine and Swarovski Crystal richly mixed in a flattering necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Aquamarine and Swarovski Crystal richly mixed in a super flattering necklace. Cut and polished aquamarine nuggets are separated with topaz Swarovski connected by a vintage Porcelain Limoges plaque...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Crystal, Vermeil
Trifari Modernist Pearl and Gilt Spacer Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Trifari Modernist Pearl and Toggle Necklace from the 1960's. 3 graduated strands of faux pearls with florentine spacers in between. 1960's ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Ten Strand Coral Branch Beaded Statement Necklace With Sterling Silver Hardware
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 21" length
- Features 10 strands of vivid red coral beads
- Sterling silver clasp closure (stamped 925)
...
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Hobé Beaded Necklace with Aurora Borealis Swarovski Crystals, circa 1960, Signed
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in McKinney, TX
This gorgeous circa 1960s Hobé double strand beaded necklace features a pattern of orange translucent ringed beads, antique brass tone tube...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Multi-Hued Pearls Baroque, Keshi Pearls, Rose Quartz Necklace in Sterling Silver
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Indulge in the enchanting allure of our Multi-Hued Pearls Baroque and Keshi Pearls and Smoky and Rose Quartz Necklace in Sterling Silver. Each pearl, ranging in exquisite hues, is me...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Large Hand Cut French Jet Pendant and Beaded Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
Art Deco large hand cut french jet pendant with a beaded chain necklace, and barrel clasp. The beautiful pendant has crescent, round and marquise s...
Category
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Babyblue Vintage German Glass Beads edged with 24K gold on Pearls, Alex Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
White freshwater pearls adorned with a baby blue German glass bead that is edged with 24K gold. It is finished with 14K gold filled metals. This necklace is adjustable from 15-18 inc...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
A.Jeschel A dramatic mix of faceted champagne quartz necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
A dramatic mix of faceted champagne quartz teardrops in a 2 strand cluster is suspended from an 8m.m. gold pearl necklace accented with small vermeil and C.Z. Rondels...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
MIRIAM HASKELL necklace book piece 1950s with many cut yellow glass balls
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A very decorative and important necklace by Miriam Haskell, shown in "Miriam Haskell Jewelry" by Cathy Gordon & Sheila Pamfiloff page 110.
It consists of 1.5 cm large yellow cut glass balls, small yellow flowers and small balls. The main chain are faux baroque pearls from 1.5 cm to 0.5 cm in size.
An additional M. Haskell pearl necklace...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Pearl
A.Jeschel Magnificent Tibetan Ghau prayer box and Pearls necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
An exceptionally beautiful Ghau Box inlaid with Ruby, Emerald, and Turquoise carved Lord Ganesh on the top of the box. Open the box to find a second turquoise deity inside, Mañjuśrī, in Mahāyāna Buddhism, the bodhisattva (“Buddha-to-be”) personifying supreme wisdom. His name in Sanskrit means “gentle, or sweet, glory”; he is also known as Mãnjughoṣa (“Sweet Voice”). Crafted in Tibet by a gifted Monk who probably toiled months on this 2”x3” box, as fine an example of the famous filigree work as I have seen. This handcrafted piece shows extraordinary attention to detail.
The necklace surrounding the box is 3 strand Keshi Pearls and faceted Emeralds finished with gold Vermeil beads and a polished Jade...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Jade, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Emerald and Ruby encrusted hand-crafted heart-shaped Ghau box
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Emerald and Ruby encrusted hand-crafted heart-shaped Ghau box hang from a pearl, ruby, emerald necklace.
Ghau boxes of gilt with the traditional filigree design painstakingly hand-tooled within the monastery walls by Tibetan monks...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Emerald, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your pearls, darling! Feel your best with freshwater pearls draped on your neck. Don't miss the great details of this necklace as it has a three-pearl pendant with four diamonds and delicate leaf detailing clip that is 14K white gold. Pair with your Christian Dior slingback heels...
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl
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.
Shop fashion beaded necklaces and other vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.