Beaded Necklaces
20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
1950s American Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century English Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
1960s American Post-War Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1970s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire
20th Century North American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, White Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl
20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye
20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1950s American Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Brass
1980s Japanese Vintage Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold
Late 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 9k Gold, Silver
20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
Mid-20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1950s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
1950s Victorian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
1910s Edwardian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Sterling Silver
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Italian Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 18k Gold
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
1990s Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Japanese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl
Early 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k 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.