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Beaded Necklaces For Sale
Metal: Gold-filled
Metal: Vermeil
Moonstone Black Spinel Smoky Topaz Intricate Beaded Necklace, Estyn Hulbert
Located in Dallas, TX
Wild Geese Necklace intricately hand-fabricated by jewelry artist Estyn Hulbert featuring moonstone, smoky topaz, and black spinel artfully arranged in a rolling pattern and individually hand-set on an oxidized sterling silver chain with a 14k yellow gold-filled clasp. 17 inches in length. About the Maker - Estyn Hulbert moved to New York at the turn of the millennium to assist her aunt, artist and jewelry designer, Jessica Rose...
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Black Spinel, Moonstone, Spinel, Topaz, Mixed Metal, Sil...

A.Jeschel Masterpiece Oval Chrysocolla plates necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing our captivating creation: the Dramatic and Bold Chrysocolla Oval Plates Necklace, a true one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Crafted with meticulously polished Chrysocolla plates...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Chrysocolla, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Pink Agate Peony Flower Earrings - By Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
These earrings are crafted from rare Pink Carnelian Agate. Hand carved Peony Flower Bead by skilled artisans. Each bead is a unique masterpiece, imbued wi...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Tiny Charcoal Obsidian Necklace Gold Beaded Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This delicate Tiny Charcoal Obsidian Necklace is a perfect addition to any jewelry collection. The Shiny Grey Mika is made with high-quality gold beads and features a stunning Obsidi...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Almond Blossoms Petal Pearl Necklace - By Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Natural Baroque Pearls and handmade Ceramics beads, inspired by Vincent Van Gogh's 'Almond Blossoms' oil painting. • 20" Total Length • Handmade Ceram...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, 22k Gold

Pink Opal Mika Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Pink Peruvian Opal and Turquoise beads, finished with 22K Gold Plated Sterling Silver Adjustable hook. • 20" Total Length • Pink Opal Beads 5.5mm - 6m...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Michael Kneebone Earth Tone Baroque Pearl Double Strand Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Baroque pearls are strung into a dramatic double strand necklace. The pearls (origin: China) are known as "Flameball" for their unusual shapes. The name refers to the legend of the...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil

Tiny Ruby Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace featuring mini beaded Ruby Gemstones. Fastens with a 120K Gold Plated Sterling Silver hook closure. A perfect pop of color to pair with your favorite day and casual out...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Purple Chalcedony Beaded Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace featuring purple beaded Chalcedony. Fastens with a 120K Gold Plated Sterling Silver hook closure. • 18" Total Length • Chalcedon 10mm, Semi-precious stone, From India...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Chalcedony, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Ethiopian Opal Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace featuring graduated Ethiopian Opals. Fastens with a 120K Gold Plated Sterling Silver hook closure. • 16" Total Length + 2" Extension  • Opal 3.6mm x 4mm, Semi-preciou...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Green Turquoise Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Necklace featuring graduated Green Turquoise. Fastens with a 20K Gold Plated Sterling Silver hook closure. • 16" Total Length • Turquoise 4mm x 6mm, Semi-precious gemstone, From In...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, 22k Gold

Lapis Lazuli, Chalcedony, Gold Beaded Necklace by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Malaysian Jade Beads, Lapis Lazuli Pendant, inspired by the oil painting 'Water Bridge, Sunlight Effect', painted by Claude Monet. • 18" Total Length +...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Pearl & Ceramics Bead Necklace - The Almond Blossoms II by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from natural Baroque pearls and handmade Ceramic beads, Aventurine gem stones, inspired by Monet's 'Branch of the Seine near Giverny' oil painting. • 20" To...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

AJD 18 Inch Large Teal Color Apatite Spheres Mixed with Tumbled Apatite Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Stunnning, handmade necklace of five 20MM spheres of Apatite spaced out along highly polished, tumbled transparent Apatite. The 18 inch length of this necklace makes it very versatil...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Other, Apatite, 14k Gold, Vermeil

A.Jeschel Natural Aquamarine with Freswater Pearl necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
Unique Aquamarine Elegance: Handcrafted Statement Necklace Prepare to be mesmerized by the singular beauty of this one-of-a-kind necklace, meticulously crafted to captivate the sens...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil

Rose Quartz Gold Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Decorate your neckline with this stunning Rose Quartz Gold Beaded Choker Necklace, handmade to perfection. Its unique design of beads adds a touch of ...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Baby Blue Angelite Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Decorate your neckline with this stunning Baby Blue Angelite Gold Beaded Choker Necklace, handmade to perfection. Its unique design of beads adds a to...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Fine Chinese Intense Lavender A-Grade Natural Jadeite 8.5mm Beaded Necklace 26"
Located in Richmond, CA
This vintage Chinese natural lavender jadeite beaded necklace is a striking piece of jewelry that showcases the exquisite beauty and r...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, Gold-filled

Amethyst Heart Briolettes Bib Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an amethyst heart briolettes bib necklace. It was created with up to 18mm faceted transparent pink amethyst heart briolettes, 8 mm smooth opaque amethyst beads and 2 mm facet...
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold-filled, Rose Gold

Tiny Labradorite Gold Beaded Necklace Shiny Grey Choker
Located in Westport, CT
This delicate Tiny Labradorite Gold Beaded Necklace is a perfect addition to any jewelry collection. The Shiny Grey Choker is made with high-quality gold beads and features a stunnin...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Labradorite, Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Clarissa Bronfman Poki Diamond Bone Ruby Peridot Citrine Ebony Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This signature bone rosary pendant necklace is a delightful accessory to brighten up any outfit, whether casual or formal. Beaded rosary necklace consists of: - 35" length total - g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Hematite, Peridot, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold...

Lapis Lazuli Gold Beaded Necklace II- Lapis Link Necklace by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Lapis Lazuli Beads and Gold Plated Brass Beads, inspired by Salvador Dali's Famous Painting "Madrid". 16" Total Length, + 1.5" Extension Lapis Lazuli B...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, Gold

House of Sol Turqouise Howlite Necklace with Baby HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- Crafted with 8mm turquoise howlite rondelle beads, each bead adding to the uniqueness of the design with its natural texture and color variations. - The design is elevated with a s...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Labradorite Necklace with Baby HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- The necklace showcases the enchanting beauty of Labradorite, a gemstone famed for its mesmerizing labradorescence, which casts an ethereal blue sheen reminiscent of a celestial uni...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Labradorite, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Moonstone and Pear Necklace with Baby HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
* Featuring A-grade freshwater cultured potato-shaped pearls and oval flat-shaped Moonstones, which are hand-knotted with vibrant red silk, the necklace not only secures the gems but...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Jade Necklace with Baby HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- Masterfully crafted with Rhodonite and Kunzite colored Jade beads, each uniformly cut to 8 mm, balancing elegance and consistency. - The vibrant pink and purple hues of the beads c...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Red Agate Necklace with Baby HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- Meticulously crafted with 8mm rondelle red agates, each handpicked for their distinctive charm and intense, vibrant color. - The fiery red agates in the necklace exude a warm, eye-...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Bone Necklace with Baby HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
* Highly unique piece, featuring elongated bone batik beads with an exotic designs, a tribute to the rich wildlife of Kenya, Africa. * Please note that the patterns on the bones may...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

Chalcedony Gold Necklace - The Irises Garden Necklace by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Amethyst Crystal Beads, and Gold Plated Brass Beads, inspired by artist Erin Hanson's Famous Painting "Irises Garden". 18" T...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil

Pearl Chalcedony Gold Necklace - The Le Reve II Necklace by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Natural Fresh Water Peals, Chalcedony Beads and 22K gold plated sterling silver Beads, inspired by oil painting "Le Reve -The Dream" by Pablo Picasso. ...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Natural Pearl, Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil

Pearl Chalcedony Gold Necklace - The Seaside Necklace by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from handmade gold plated beads and handmade Ceramics beads, inspired by Henri Matisse's 'Le Jarre II' painting. 16" Total Length Designed to fit snug at th...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Natural Pearl, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Gold

House of Sol African Mask Biwa Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- This unique set includes two different necklaces, offering versatility in styling: one 43 cm pearl piece and a 49 cm pearl piece with a distinctive gold-filled silver HoS Mask, all...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol White Coral and Black Howlite Necklace with HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- This set features two distinct necklaces, one with white small corals and the other with Black Howlite, offering versatility to mix and match for varied styling options. - The Whit...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Double String Pearl Necklace with 24K Yellow Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- This set includes two individual necklaces, each adorned with natural, high-luster white button pearls and 1-micron 24k gold filled 925 sterling silver HoS Lock™, offering versatil...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Pink Coral and Blue Howlite Necklace with HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- This set features two distinct necklaces, one with pink corals and the other with Blue Howlite, offering versatility to mix and match for varied styling options. - The White Coral ...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol White Coral and Brown Howlite Necklace with HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- This set features two distinct necklaces, one with white small corals and the other with Brown Howlite, offering versatility to mix and match for varied styling options. - The Whit...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Pentagon Wood and Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- The fusion of natural elegance and modern luxury, featuring the highest quality giant fireball baroque pearl and natural dark brown wood, interspersed with 1-micron 24k white gold ...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Turquoise Howlite Necklace with 24K White Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- Dynamic and unique necklace featuring two distinct cuts of Turquoise Howlite — slab and spike — artfully combined with natural pearls for a stunning visual contrast - Each necklace...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Red Coral and Blue Howlite Necklace with HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- This set features two distinct necklaces, one with red corals and the other with Blue Howlite, offering versatility to mix and match for varied styling options. - The White Coral r...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold, Sterling Silver

House of Sol African Mask Keshi Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- This necklace is an avant-garde creation, crafted from natural keshi pearls and unique ornaments, complemented by the in house African Mask, all of which are finished with 1 micron...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Pearl Necklace with 24K Yellow Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- Natural, high-luster white button pearl necklace with 1 micron 24k gold filled 925 sterling silver HoS Lock™ - The Pearl Necklace measures 42.5 cm (16.7 inches) in length, offering...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Light Wood and Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- The fusion of natural elegance and modern luxury, featuring the highest quality giant fireball baroque pearl and natural light brown wood, interspersed with 1-micron 24k white gold...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Rondelle Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- A refined combination of high-quality, rare rondelle pearls paired with the signature HoS Lock, embodying elegance and exclusivity. - Rondelle pearl ...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Wood and Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- The unique fusion of nature and luxury with this necklace, featuring the highest quality giant fireball baroque pearl and natural dark brown woods, complemented by 1-micron 24k gol...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

Green Chalcedony Beads and Gold Necklace -The Poet's Garden by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Chalcedony Beads, and Gold Plated Sterling Silver Beads, inspired by Dutch post-impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh's Famous Painting "The Poet's Gard...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Gold Plate, Vermeil

Mist on Blue Terrain Chalcedony Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Chalcedony Beads, Ceramics Beads and Gold Plated Sterling Silver Beads, inspired by Russian landscape painter Ivan Shishkin's Famous Painting "Morning M...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Gold Plate, Vermeil

Lapis Lazuli Gold Beaded Necklace by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Lapis Lazuli Beads and Gold Plated Brass Beads, inspired by Salvador Dali's Famous Painting "Madrid". 20" Total Length, + 1.5" Extension Lapis Lazuli B...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Lapis Lazuli Necklace - Blue Madrid Lapis Necklace by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from apis Lazuli Beads and Gold Plated Sterling Silver Beads, inspired by Salvador Dali's Famous Painting "Madrid". 32" Total Length, + 1.5" Extension Lapi...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil

Pearl & Ceramics Bead Necklace - The Almond Blossoms by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from natural Baroque pearls and handmade Ceramics beads, inspired by Vincent Van Gogh's 'Almond Blossoms' oil painting. 16" Total Length Designed to fit snu...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Monsieur Mint Chalcedony Necklace by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from natural Baroque pearls and Chalcedony Beads, inspired by Monsieur Mint' Canvas designed by Young & Battaglia. 32" Total Length, + 1.5" Extension Chalce...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Baroque Pearls and Gold Necklace - White Peonies Pearl Necklace by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is Handcrafted from natural Baroque pearls and 18K gold plated sterling silver clasp. Inspired by oil painting "White Peonies With Pruning Shears" by Edouard Manet. 18...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Emerald, lapis lazuli and vermeil necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Chic and striking rich blue lapis and emerald melon deeply carved beads. The stones have beautiful and intense even coloration. The beads are separated by wavy textured discs which...
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2010s American Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil

A.Jeschel Green and Brown Garnet Multi strand necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Discover the extraordinary with our one-of-a-kind necklace, a symphony of seven strands meticulously adorned with faceted and polished green and brown garnets. Each gem, silk hand-kn...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Garnet, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Three Strand Emerald Necklace Graduated Natural Mined Emeralds
Located in New York, NY
This is a radiant Emerald Necklace with Three Strands of Graduated Sparkling Natural Mined Emerald Beads with a fabulous Emerald clasp. The Emerald Necklace is 22 inches (55 cm) lon...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, 10k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Gold

House of Sol Rondelle Pearl and Turquoise Howlite Necklace with HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- Two distinct necklaces in one set — a Rondelle Pearl necklace and a spike cut Turquoise Howlite necklace, offering versatile wear and combination pos...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Emerald with Amethyst stalactite sliced pendant necklace .
Located in Miami, FL
Discover the extraordinary with our one-of-a-kind necklace featuring Brazilian Emerald polished beads, a Vermeil pendant showcasing an Amethyst Stalactite sliced, and the clasp ador...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Emerald, Charoite, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Michael Kneebone Pearl Cinnabar Lacquer Black Bamboo Bead Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Cinnabar lacquered wood beads are showcased in this bold necklace. Cinnabar is a mineral ground to a fine powder and mixed with resin (sap) from pines trees found in southern China...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Vermeil

House of Sol Triple String Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
This handcrafted triple-strand pearl necklace features graduating pearls, ranging from 6mm at the ends to 9mm at the center. The intentional selection of pearls creates a textured lo...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver, 24k Gold

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.

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