Beaded Necklaces
19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amber
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Vermeil, Mixed Metal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate
1970s Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Black Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Peridot, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Turquoise
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Quartz, Gold Plate
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Rhodolite, Mixed Metal
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Marcasite, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
1930s Chinese Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Vermeil
2010s Swiss Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil, 14k Gold
2010s Spanish Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, Vermeil
19th Century Chinese Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Spinel, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Fire Agate, Gold Plate
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century German Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Fluorite, Apatite, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
Early 1900s Chinese Art Deco Antique Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Sterling Silver
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
1980s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Antiguan Artisan 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.
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