Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Vermeil
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
1970s North American Baroque Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
1880s British Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Larimar, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
1880s Italian Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 9k Gold
Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold-filled
Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Labradorite, Mixed Metal
Early 2000s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Silver
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Blue Topaz, Quartz, Vermeil
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Chalcedony, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone...
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
1960s American Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise
15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1870s European Late Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
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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