Beaded Necklaces
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 19th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s European Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
1980s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s Swiss Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone
1980s American Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
19th Century Chinese Antique Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Vermeil, 14k Gold
1980s American Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s British Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Gold
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1980s Japanese Vintage Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1980s Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold
Late 19th Century Asian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1880s Italian Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 9k Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold
1880s British Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
1980s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s European Arts and Crafts Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
1980s European Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Sterling Silver
1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s British Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Base Metal
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s European Etruscan Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s European Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1980s European Arts and Crafts Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
1980s European Arts and Crafts Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold
1980s Unknown Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Platinum
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
19th Century Etruscan Revival Antique Beaded Necklaces
Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s American Late Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1980s German Belle Époque Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
1980s American Native American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Rhodocrosite, Sterling Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Brass
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Yellow Gold
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Italian Vintage 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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