Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Quartz
Mid-20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Sterling Silver
1960s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold Plate
Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
1960s American Post-War Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Dutch Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
1980s English Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Early 2000s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Silver
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Asian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Quartz, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Vermeil
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
2010s Afghan Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Mixed Metal
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold,...
2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s American Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Apatite, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Crystal, Mixed Metal
1930s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Jade, Silver
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Baltic Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1930s American Vintage 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.