Beaded Necklaces
19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amber, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Beaded Necklaces
2010s North American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate
19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amber
19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amber, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Peridot, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Turquoise
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
Early 2000s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 15k Gold, Silver Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate
Early 2000s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate
20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Enamel
1990s French Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Early 2000s North American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
2010s Spanish Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
1920s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Vermeil
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise
1880s Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
1930s Japanese Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Citrine, Opal, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Turquoise, Chrysophrase,...
19th Century Chinese Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Renaissance Revival Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Crystal, Vermeil, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Topaz, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, Vermeil, Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Fluorite, Apatite, Gold Plate
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Rock Crystal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Rhodolite, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Pearl
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.