Beaded Necklaces
1960s Australian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise Matrix, Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s Uruguayan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Kyanite, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Central American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Kunzite, Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Gold, Gold Plate
20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Turquoise, Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
1980s European Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Base Metal
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Kunzite, Quartz, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
2010s British Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Gold Plate, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Other, Other
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
1950s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Brass, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century New Zealand Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
1980s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Topaz, Gold, Gold Plate
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver
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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