Beaded Necklaces
20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Fire Opal, 14k Gold
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Mixed Metal
1960s Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
1880s Italian Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Dutch Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
20th Century New Zealand Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Larimar, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Peridot
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Quartz, Turquoise, Silver
Early 2000s Polynesian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
1910s British Belle Époque Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil
20th Century New Zealand Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Renaissance Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
1950s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
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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