Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Beryl, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
1940s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
20th Century Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Quartz
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
1970s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Agate, Labradorite, Gold-filled
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold P...
1970s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Quartz
21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Tibetan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Turquoise, Agate, Brass, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Jade, Mixed Metal, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Brass
2010s Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz
1880s American Late Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Turquoise, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Baroque Revival Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Silver
1990s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century German Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Brass
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Silver
1980s American Native American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Rhodocrosite, Sterling Silver
Early 17th Century Pakistani Arts and Crafts Antique Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
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.