Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Quartz, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Other, Quartz, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Vermeil
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Crystal, Quartz
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
19th Century European Antique Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Yellow Gold
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Amber, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Brass
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold
1940s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1950s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Mixed Metal
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Si...
1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
2010s Australian Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Agate, Coral, Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Mixed Metal
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-fille...
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Ste...
Early 1900s Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Amber
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Late 19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver
Late 19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Silver
Late 19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Silver
1980s French Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
Diamond, Pearl and Antique Beaded Necklaces
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. Indeed, whether they’re chunky, statement-making necklaces or a single strand of the understated sort, this is versatile jewelry. The vintage beaded necklaces in your jewelry box likely go with everything, from casual summer tops and shorts to dazzling evening gowns.
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.