Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Larimar, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Mixed Metal
15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Antique Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Kyanite, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Druzy
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Onyx, Spinel, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, 10k Gold, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Charoite, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Turquoise, Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Vermeil, Mixed Metal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Quartz
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Charoite, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Beryl, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed 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.