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Beaded Necklaces For Sale
Venetian beads and pearl necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Bright and extremely pretty necklace. The piece is composed of lustrous coin pearls alternating Venetian handmade glass beads. The golden beads are composed of round beads alternatin...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Vermeil

Chanel Maison Gripoix Poured Glass Ruby Link Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Chanel Byzantine link endless faux pearl necklace. Composed of continuous Maison Gripoix hand knotted glass faux pearls with hand made Maison Gripoix poured glass round ruby e...
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1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

200 Ct 7 Layer Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14k Gold Adjustable
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 200 Ct 7 Layer Faceted Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14 Karat Gold adjustable Clasp This spectacular Necklace consisting of a...
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Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Miriam Haskell Baroque Faux Pearls Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Baroque South Sea White Faux Pearl 16mm Pearl 18 Inch Necklace Newly Hand Knotted Gilt Spring Clasp- Very real looking handmade faux p...
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1970s North American Baroque Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Amethyst Necklace with Amethyst Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
The necklace is 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) long, and the smooth round beads are 16 mm in size. The beads are a deep purple color. The color of the beads is authentic and natural. No therm...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Long Graduating Lapis Bead Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This necklace delicately features 51 lapis, medium blue beads, clasped together with a 14K yellow gold closure.
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k White Gold Dual Strand 8-8.5mm Pearl Necklace w/ GIA 3.68ctw Diamond Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (99) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape - White Color w/ Pink Overtones - Amazing Luster - 8-8.5mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Marquise Cut - V Prong Se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Victorian Large Whitby Jet Graduated Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning chunky necklace is held together by large bolt clasp. The beads graduate in size, starting large at the centre and the smallest on the outer edges. Length: 58.5cm La...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces

A.Jeschel Precious Larimar and Pearl Necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Make a statement with this uniquely sea-colored Larimar and pearl necklace. Mined exclusively from the Dominican Republic's underwater mines, Larimar is a rare and prec...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Larimar, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Vintage Amber Lucite Bead Necklace with Gold Accents, 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
A retro necklace featuring amber-colored lucite beads with gold-tone accents. A perfect touch of vintage flair!
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20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces

Sterling Aquamarine Graduated Beaded Strand Necklace - 925 Tumbled Adjustable
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Aquamarines Treatment: Heating Cut: Tumbled Color: Blue Style: Graduated Beaded Strand Fastening Type: Lobster Claw Clasp ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine

Victorian Natural OX Blood Red Coral Rare Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent five strands of untreated OX Blood intense Red Natural Coral make this genuine Victorian necklace. 1880 ca. Italian origin from Sardinia. Each bead is 4 mm. in diameter –...
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1880s Italian Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 9k Gold

LB Chinese inlaid bead necklace, Bakelite, Turquoise glass, Goldfilled beads
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB handmade, one of a kind ,Vintage Chinese kingfisher inlaid gold beads and French 80’s Bakelite beads comprise a necklace of incredible beauty.Antique Turquoise glass...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold-filled

Hand-Knotted Jadeite Dragon Head with Loop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully detailed hand-knotted jadeite necklace is feature with a dragon-head which drapes on the end and a loop on the other beautifully hanging. This beautiful neckl...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Rare H Stern Pearl Necklace With GIA Report Akoya Pearls
Located in Media, PA
This elegant H. Stern necklace is a refined addition to any jewelry collection. Crafted with 18k gold, this beaded necklace showcases a double strand of round, white cultured pearls....
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1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels, 18K Gold Coral Emerald Diamond Necklace, Earrings and Ring
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels, 18K Gold Coral Emerald Diamond Necklace, Earrings and Ring. Diamond total approx. 3.44ct. Ring size: 6. Weight: necklace 56.96 grams, ring 11.61 grams, earrings ...
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

AJD 24 Inch Aquamarine Mixed Tones and Sizes with Diamond Clasp Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant 24-Inch Aquamarine Necklace with Diamond Clasp – Unique and Timeless Add a touch of sophistication to your look with this stunning 24-inch aquamarine necklace. Featuring a b...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Vermeil

Sparkling Lightning Ridge Opal 18K Diamond Beaded Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A very rare dark Australian lightning ridge opal necklace, methiciously hand knotted, finished with an 18K gold diamond clasp and beads. The necklace has recently been restrung. All ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

AJD Dramatic Baroque Glowing Turquoise & Gem Cut Real Labradorite 22.5" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Polished chunks of natural rare Yai Turquoise rocks enhanced with checkerboard cut gemmy glowing Labradorite spacers. This measures 22.5 inches long and the clasp is silver hook.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Labradorite, Mixed Metal

Genuine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Pink Tourmaline Diamonds 18K Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal giant 19 inch long handcrafted necklace with extremely rare and pure Sleeping Beauty Turquoises. This necklace features genuine and high grade Robinson Egg Blue turquoises fr...
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Early 2000s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

30 Carats Rubies 18K Gold 0.44 White Diamonds Handcrafted Beaded Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Silhouette Collection 30 Carats Rubies 18K Gold 0.44 White Diamonds Handcrafted Beaded Necklace. This enchanting 19,68 inches long Red Rubies beaded necklace...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Chrysoprase Yellow Gold Bead Necklace
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Two strands, 22 inches each Chrysoprase 130 carats approx. 18kyg roundels 18kyg circle clasp with diamond Strung on silk Limited edition Exquisitely...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Impressive Emerald Bead Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An impressive gemstone bead necklace strung with two rows of emeralds, measuring from 6.5 to 15 mm, and weighing approximately 645 carats (with clasp). The yellow gold clasp with dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Moonstone Bead Necklace
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant moonstone bead necklace with many styling options! This vintage Art Deco necklace (circa 1920-1930) is comprised of vibrant moonst...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Moonstone, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Platinum

Very Long Pearl String Necklace fresh water Pearls 100 Inches Long
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very Long Trendy Pearl Necklace 100' Inch Long Fresh Water Pearls with Nice Luster. Each Pearl size is approx 6-7 mm Many ways to wear it can be folded many times Multiple Trends al...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl

Emerald Cts 144.96 and South Sea Pearl Beaded Necklace with 18k White Gold Clasp
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This alluring piece features 73 Zambian emerald beads totaling 144.96 carats, renowned for their deep, verdant hue and exceptional clarity. Complemented by 74 South Sea pearls, thi...
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pink Tourmaline Necklace -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
It will make you feel effortlessly elegant and radiantly confident. The vibrant hue imbues a sense of warmth and joy, enhancing your natural glow and adding a touch of refined sophis...
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2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

22 Karat Gold Byzantine Cross Pendant and Freshwater Pearl Beaded Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
Byzantine style 22k yellow gold cross pendant on white freshwater pearl beaded necklace. Necklace is finished with a 22k gold hook closure. Beaded pearl necklace is 16 inches in leng...
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2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Graduated Pearl Beaded Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in classic elegance with this stunning graduated pearl necklace, a true symbol of sophistication and grace. Featuring lustrous, hand-strung pearls that gently increase in siz...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst, Citrine, Chalcedony & Baroque Pearl Sautoir with Solid 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Mutli Stone Closed Sautoir by Marina J. This Necklace is made will multi colored stones and findings including Amethyst, Green Amethyst, Citrine, Chalcedony, Blue Topaz, B...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Multi-colored Pearl Shells and Large Round Opal 20" Double-Strand Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Multi-colored real Pearl shells are decorated with big round highly polished brown and greenish brown 16" Opals. This double strand necklace is 20 inches long. The clasp is and easy...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal

Queen Conch-shell Rondelle Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
As you drape this necklace around your neck, feel the infusion of inspiration and creativity it brings. Let it spark joy within you, its artistry elevating the everyday into somethin...
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2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Ladies 18 Karat Diamond and Emerald Long Beaded Chain Necklace 28.32 Carat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous Emerald and Diamond Bead Necklace consists of sixty-five (65) Diamonds with a clarity of SI2 and color H-I. The Emeralds hav...
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2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Long Paradizia Necklace (shown doubled)
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 136 carats 14k yellow gold delicately wire-wrapped necklace. Can be worn long or doubled as a shorter necklace. Item # N3828 Materials and Weig...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

AJD 18 Inch Holiday Red Manmade Pearl Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Festive 18-Inch Holiday Red Pearl Necklace with Silver Accents – A Perfect Seasonal Statement Celebrate the holidays in style with this stunning 18-inch manmade pearl necklace. Feat...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Silver

Chanel Long Necklace Made of Silvery Metallic Pearls
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Very long necklace made of silvery metallic pearls. There is a camellia near the fastener. Signature engraved on the stick. Additional information: Conditi...
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Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces

Genuine & Natural & Fine Strand of Emerald Plain Beads Necklace, 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
A fine strand of Natural and Genuine Brazilian Emerald Plain Beads Necklace, weighing 133 carats, measuring 20.50 inches, ranging 5 to 6.50MM, 14 Karat Y...
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chanel Beaded Multi Strand Gold Intaglio Statement Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Impressive and scarce vintage Chanel Haute Couture necklace - choker comprised out of three braided strands of iridescent bronze/purple f...
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1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces

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Gold

Amber Bead Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Composed of a continuous single strand of graduated round and oval amber beads...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Amber

Vintage White Pearl Necklace, Long Rope Style Length, Mid 1900s, 56 Inches Long
Located in Milford, DE
Vintage pearl necklace, featuring a single, 56 inch strand of white and peach pearls. An exquisite accessory!
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Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl

Vintage Chinese Blue Porcelain Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Chinese Blue Porcelain Necklace is a unique and elegant piece of jewelry that showcases the beauty of traditional Chinese porcelain a...
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Angel Skin Coral Bead Necklace with 34 Natural Coral Beads
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A beautiful vintage necklace featuring 34 natural angel skin coral beads, gently graduated in size and hand-knotted on white thread. The coral displays a soft, delicate blush hue wit...
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1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Coral

Cultured Pearl Necklace With 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cultured Pearl Necklace With 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp Metal: 14k yellow gold Weight: 34.5 grams Pearls: Cultured, 7.5-8mm creamy white color with high luster Length: 17 inches
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Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

One of a kind Bakelite and vintage glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
One of a kind,handmade,statement,Bakelite and vintage glass necklace is offered from Lorraine’s Bijoux. Antique French glass beads,crabapple cor...
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Early 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Vermeil

Goshwara Tanzanite and South Sea Pearls with Diamond Rondelles Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This Tanzanite Tumbled Beads & South Sea Pearls with Diamonds Rondel Necklace in 18K White Gold is a stunning piece of jewelry from the '...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

CARNELIAN NECKLACE, Carnelian & 14k Gold with Charm Enhancer
Located in New York, NY
CARNELIAN AND 14K GOLD NECKLACE with 10mm 14k gold charm enhancer 14.5" of the most beautiful 8x4mm carnelian gemstone beads including four 8mm gold beads. This necklace opens in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, 14k Gold

A.Jeschel Whiskey Quartz and water-blue Quartz teardrop Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Whiskey & Water-Blue Quartz Teardrop Collar Necklace A striking statement piece, this exquisite double-strand collar features elegant Whiskey Quartz...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Blue Topaz, Quartz, Vermeil

Handmade Ceramic Beaded Watermelon Necklace By Flying Colors, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Adjustable between 18" and 23" using extender beads - Watermelon focal bead measures 2.5" x 1.25" - Hand-painte...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces

LB offers Vintage Venetian Agates Chinese ceramic Rondelles Crystal Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Blue beaded necklace with Tubular Blue Agates, Blue and White Ceramic beads, vintage crystal and Glass, Vintage Mille Fiore glass beads, Sterling Sil...
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Late 20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Massive Chanel Double Strand Maison Gripoix Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Timeless, massive Chanel double strand pearl statement necklace. Of handmade, hand knotted Gripoix glass pearls, with large Byzantine clasp in hammered gilt bronze with emerald pour...
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1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Tahitian Pearl Multicolor Long Beaded necklace 18k Clasp, Lynn Kathyrn Miller
Located in Oakland, CA
An array of multicolored gems harmonize to make up this playful, kaleidoscopic beaded necklace which is crafted with an 18K gold and pearl hand forged clasp. This luxurious opera le...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Chalcedony, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone...

Angel skin Coral Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Angel Skin Coral clasp
Located in New York, NY
A Gorgeous, 16-inch angel skin coral necklace with 14karat yellow gold and cabochon Angel Skin Coral clasp. Each bead measures 9.30 MM all evenly matched for color, luster and size. ...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Pearl Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Pearl Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 143155 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. Pearl Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold Condition Description: Retails for 2900 US...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Deep Blue Genuine Turquoise Beads Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A 7MM Deep Blue Genuine Turquoise Beads Necklace, 14K Gold. Weight: 153 carats, Length: 18." We can also customize the necklace according to your preferences, as per the number of st...
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1990s Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960s Carved Lapis Lazuli 18K Yellow Gold Large Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Striking and sculptural, this Chic vintage choker necklace is a bold fusion of natural beauty and fine craftsmanship. Featuring deeply carved grooved lapis lazuli segments, the neckl...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

AJD Really Beautiful Natural Polished Turquoise & Real Coral 19" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This lovely single strand of real natural Turquoise and real natural red Coral is 19 inches long. The largest Turquoise is approximately 30mm x 26mm. The largest roundish Coral are...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Turquoise

Ancient Bactrian Agate and Carnelian Bead Necklace, 3rd-2nd Millennium B.C.
Located in New York, NY
Ancient amulet necklace composed of twenty one well matched graduated banded agate biconical beads measuring 32mm to 17mm and 22 carnelian beads approximately 5mm in diameter. The agates of exceptional figure showing "eye" formations which were used as protective talismans, with natural inclusions, minor abraisions consistent with age, and pitting possibly from use of the mineral content of the stone for medicinal purposes. Modern twist lock. A comparable necklace was sold at Christie's New York Ancient Jewelry...
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Carnelian

Lapis Tile and 18k Gold "Cleopatra" Collar Necklace, Reversible and Adjustable
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite "Cleopatra" style collar necklace features fine blue lapis lazuli tiles with an adjustable 18k yellow clasp, and is reversible! Carved in Germany, the subtly tapered, slightly curved lapis tiles have gorgeous blue body color and graduate in length from 1" in the center front to 1/2" in the center back. The lapis tiles' rich, unending blue color on one side gives the collar a stunningly dramatic, elegant appearance. The reverse side is beautifully mottled with variegated coloring for a more casual look that will complement blue greens, browns and grays particularly well. Adjustable in length from approximately 20-1/2 inches to 19 inches, this is a truly impressive statement necklace fit for a queen...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

An Antique Victorian Mediterranean Coral Necklace with 18K Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This lovely piece dates from late Victorian era and is quite typical for that period, but will never go out of style Featuring 160 Natural Coral Beads, graduated with the larges...
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1870s European Late Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

9 - 14 mm Double Tahitian Pearl Strand with 3.38 Carats Diamond & Platinum Clasp
Located in Southport, CT
Double Tahitian Pearl Strand Necklace with Diamonds in Platinum. The Art Deco Diamond and Platinum focal points of this one of a kind necklace harken another time. They were crafted ...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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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.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of pearl beaded necklaces, antique emerald beaded necklaces, diamond beaded necklaces and more.

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