Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Tiger's Eye
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Jasper
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Quartz
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Quartz, Black Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Quartz
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Turquoise, Gold Plate
1980s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Quartz, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Black Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Other, Quartz, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Quartz
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Druzy
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Citrine, White Diamond
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Quartz
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
1980s European Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Quartz, Turquoise, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Pearl, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Silver, Brass, Copper
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Quartz
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Quartz, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Opal, Turquoise Matrix, Silver
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Amethyst, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
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.