Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Vermeil
Mid-20th Century European Modern Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Vermeil
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Quartz, Turquoise, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Druzy
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Beryl, Kunzite, Pearl, Kyanite, Gold Plate
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Jasper, Apatite, Gold Plate
1950s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Quartz, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Vermeil
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal, Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Other, Apatite, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Quartz
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Beryl, Morganite, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, Spinel, Black Spinel, Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Turquoise, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Quartz
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Other, Jasper, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Jasper
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Pearl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Gold Plate
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 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.