Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1970s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Mixed Metal
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Larimar, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1960s French Renaissance Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Sil...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
Early 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Beaded Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
Early 2000s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Turquoise, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Blue Topaz, Quartz, Vermeil
Late 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Italian Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Vermeil, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
1950s American Baroque Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Opal, Silver
2010s Hong Kong Beaded Necklaces
Jade
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Fluorite, Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Labradorite, Mixed Metal
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Bronze, Enamel
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Dutch Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Beryl, Morganite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s English Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Russian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Peridot
20th Century French 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.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of pearl beaded necklaces, antique emerald beaded necklaces, diamond beaded necklaces and more.