Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Early 20th Century Asian Beaded Necklaces
Amber
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Other, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Rhodolite, Mixed Metal
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1990s English Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, 18k Gold
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Silver Plate
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1960s Baltic Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Japanese Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Other
1930s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Jade, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
2010s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
1920s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary European Beaded Necklaces
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 22k Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1920s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Asian Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s French Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
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.