Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil
1960s European Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Silver
1990s Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, 14k Gold
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Onyx, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Beryl, Morganite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Pla...
Early 20th Century Baltic Beaded Necklaces
Amber
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, White Gold
1970s French Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Blue Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
1950s Japanese Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
1970s Southeast Asian Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 10k Gold
1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Late 19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amber
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
Mid-20th Century Russian Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1990s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
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.
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