Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal
20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
1920s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Peridot, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Cultured Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s Hong Kong Beaded Necklaces
Jade
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Vermeil
1970s French Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl
Early 20th Century Dutch Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Australian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Hematite, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Quartz, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Quartz, Pyrite, Sterling Silver
2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Aquamarine, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1980s American Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s African Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold
1880s Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Baltic Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1940s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Aquamarine, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Green Sapphire, 18k...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Rhodium, Silver
1930s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s 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.