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Beaded Necklaces For Sale
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Vintage Salmon Coral Bead Double Strand Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
An elegant vintage salmon coral bead necklace. Features two strands of coral beads, fastened with a luxurious 14K yellow gold clasp, with a ...
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20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Freshwater Pearl Necklace Baroque 14k Gold Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Baroque Freshwater Pearl Diamond Necklace 14k Gold Italy Certified $3950 914368 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! MADE IN ITALY Nothing says, “...
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2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Multicolored Tahitian Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Lucerne, CH
This strand consists of 35 round Tahitian cultured pearls graduating from 11.3 mm to 11.9 mm. Color range from soft gray to dark purple. Slightly spotted surface and with a very good...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Quartz Topaz Necklace 14 Karat Gold Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Quartz Topaz Necklace 14k Gold 7.5 mm 35.75" Italy Certified $3,490 820429 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! MADE IN ITALY Nothing ...
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct White Gold Pear Shaped Tanzanite & Diamond Ring & Necklace Set
Located in Cape Town, ZA
A beautiful Pear Shaped Tanzanite & Diamond parure of jewellery, comprising a Ring & Necklace. This stunning Ring & Necklace set - using Tanzanite’s & Diamonds, are all set in 18K wh...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cultured White Grade AA Pearl Strand 14kt White Gold Very Good 23 Inches 7+mm
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
A beautiful strand of grade AA cultured white pearls that are 7mm in diameter and the necklace is 23 inches in length. The pearls are in very good condition; the nacre is lustrous and clean. The pearls are secured with a 14kt white gold clasp. Please let us know if you have any questions, and we'll respond as soon as possible. Rock N Gold Creations has been in business for 30 years. The owner is a GIA Graduate. With a reputation for timeless design, superior craftsmanship, and one-of-a-kind jewelry, Rock N Gold Estates has selected a captivating Estate Jewelry Collection...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

A Jade Bead Diamond Demi-Parure
Located in New York, NY
A demi-parure comprising necklace and earrings presenting 82 beads of jade of diameters ranging between 1.2 and 0.6 cm. The necklace's clasp and earrings...
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1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Round Coral Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
round coral bead necklace Coral Bead: 7.5mm - 9.5mm connected by a silver clasp Length: 19.5 inches
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Silver

14 Karat Yellow Gold Link Necklace with Ebony Stones 21.2 Grams Total
Located in Stamford, CT
14Kt Yellow Gold Link Necklace with Ebony Stones 20 inch 21.2 Grams Total
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2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

South Sea Pearl Necklace with Two Australian Solid Black Opal and Diamond Claps
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a premium White South Sea Pearl Necklace with 2 Australian Solid Black Opal as the Claps. The Pearl necklace consists of 66 round South Sea Pe...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, South Sea Pearl

Necklace in 18 Carat White Gold, Baroque Pearls, Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Paris, FR
Semi-rigid articulated necklace in white gold, baroque pearls, diamonds and multicolored sapphires. It is composed of 78 baroque pearls held by white gold branch-shaped ties set with...
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Early 2000s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Pearl Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Italian necklace with pearls, rubies and 5 oval rock crystal elements, finished with 18 karat gold and diamonds for a total of 3 karat...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Large Cultured Pearl 3.50 CTW Diamond Strand Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Strand necklace is comprised of Cultured pearls - hand-knotted Graduating in size from 12.5 mm to 17.0 mm - well matched in white body color Exhibiting subtle to moderate rosè over...
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1950s Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Plat...

Impressive 330ct Aquamarine and Lapis Turtles Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An extravagant and impressive necklace composed of four lapis lazuli turtles "dipping" into a 330ct (approximate) Aquamarine "pond", framed by an 18 kt yellow gold circular element, ...
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1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

AJD Simple Elegant Strand of Natural Bamboo Coral & Real Smoky Quartz Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This creamy white natural Bamboo Coral Necklace is 18 inches long. It is highly polished and is enhanced by glistening rondels of natural Smoky Quartz gemstones. This lovely casual...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Quartz, Gold Plate

South Sea Pearl Graduated Knotted String Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
An exquisite South Sea pearl necklace! Features graduated white pearls on a knotted string, accented with a 14K yellow gold crabclaw clasp. A perfect final touch to any style! Hallm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold

70ct Single Layer Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14k Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 70 Ct Single Layer Faceted Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14 Karat yellow Gold Clasp This spectacular Necklace consisting of approximately 70 Ct ...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Wa Large Brass Choker 24k Gold Plated
Located in Lezica Melilla, UY
This piece was designed, hand-carved and then cast in brass from our workshop Uruguay. The brass used in this manufacturing process is fully recycled. Each piece is then finished by ...
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2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Art Deco Style 34.5 Karat Red Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Links Beaded Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Art Deco Style 34,5 karats Red Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Links Beaded Sautoir Necklace. This necklace is adjustable in length up to 100 cm and it c...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dalben Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design hand crafted necklace composed of 97 carat Australian Opals from Lightning Ridge and 18 k rose gold satin finishing closure. The necklace length is 19 inch (48,5 cm) ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Peruvian Turquoise Long Necklace with Turquoise Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
The necklace is 36 inches (91 cm) long. The smooth round beads are 14 mm in size. Peruvian turquoise beads are simply stunning! We were thrilled to find this stone, with its gorgeous...
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2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver

Vintage Mauboussin Paris Emerald and Diamond Triple strand Pearls Necklace
Located in Milano, IT
Imagine adorning yourself with a one-of-a-kind Mauboussin Paris necklace, a true masterpiece that mesmerizes with its timeless allure. Nestled at the heart of this necklace is a prec...
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Late 20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Sizeless Woven Pearl Sautoir with Diamonds & Solid 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and elegant classic Sautoir by Marina J. This Sautoir features perfect seed Pearls all intricately woven together into a fine lace like design. Measuring 42 inches long san...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patricia Von Musulin Unique Amazonite and Ivory Clasp
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Patricia Von Musulin Dedicated to experimentation and exploration, Patricia von Musulin has worked extensively to redefine the notion of “accessories”. She sources the most exquisite...
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amazonite

Large Genuine Amethyst 20mm Bead Necklace with Sterling Silver Beads, 18.5"
Located in Milford, DE
An elegant amethyst necklace! Features 20mm genuine amethyst beads on a violet-colored knotted string, accented with sterling silver 7.5mm beads. This princess-length necklace is fas...
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

AJD Dramatically Fascinating Lovely Natural Rutilated Flippy Quartz 21" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This lovely 21 inch long necklace of natural goldy Rutilated Quartz is enhanced with little gold plated sparkling beads. These natural Quartz are approximately 13mm x 12mm. The cla...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Gold Plate

Chain Necklace with Small Diamond Crescent Sun
Located in London, GB
Elevated new hippie collection with semi precious stones. 14k yellow gold small crescent sun on chain.
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Beaded Necklaces

Angel Skin Carved Coral Bead Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Angel skin coral and carved coral bead yellow gold necklace circa 1960. The facts you want to know are listed below. Read on. It is all remarkably...
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1960s Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Hakimoto 18K Rare Deep Natural Golden color South Sea Baroque 16x12 mm Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto 18K Rare Deep Natural Golden color South Sea Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Weight (g): 119 Cultured Golden South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: 12X16mm Pearl Shape: Baro...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 15x12 mm Tahitian South Sea Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $20,000 Tahitian South Sea Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Diamond White Gold Clasp 12x15mm 18" long 104 Grams High Luster mi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Hakimoto 16x14 mm Tahitian South Sea Pearl Strand Necklace with 18K Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K PEARL STRAND NECKLACE 18K Yellow Gold Weight (g): 125 Cultured Tahitian South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: 16X14mm Pearl Shape: Round Body color: Silver...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 15x12 mm 33.5" Natural Fancy Color South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 12x15mm 33.5" Fancy color South Sea Pearl Necklace 61 rare color Fancy pastel South Sea Pearls from Tahiti a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Hakimoto 18x14 mm South Sea Baroque Pearl & Diamond Necklace 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Suggested Retail Price $30,000 14x18mm South Sea Baroque Pearl & Diamond Necklace 18K White Gold 18" long and 119.7 Grams
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Strand of 85 Natural Pearls With 15 Karat Gold and Diamond Clasp
Located in Brisbane, QLD
An exceptional strand of natural salt water pearls set with a silver, yellow gold and diamond clasp. The 85 graduated natural pearls range from 3.9-8 millimetres in diameter and have...
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20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Marina J. Little Girl's Pearl Strung Necklace with Butterfly Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simple and classic Pearl Necklace for the little loved one in your life, by Marina J. This Necklace features a whimsical Aqua, Blue and Orange Enamel Butterfly Gold Plated Pendant as its Centerpiece. The Butterfly includes slight detailings within it, adding an element of dimension. Measuring 11 inches long, this necklace meets at a secure Gold Plated clasp. This piece includes double knotted Pearls...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, Enamel

Estate Jean Mahie "Beaute Antique" Bead Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
An important Jean Mahie "Beaute Antique" bead necklace in 22k yellow gold. The necklace features 11 glass beads that date back to ancient times. This necklace is featured in the boo...
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1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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22k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k White Gold Ruby Cts 62.10 and Diamond Tassel Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring ruby beads totaling 62.10 carats and staggering pearls nestled at 8.55 carats, it exudes opulence at every turn. Rubies, scientifically known as corundum, are formed prim...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Old Baltic Honey Amber Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 21 inches (53cm). Live chopped pieces disks of raw Baltic amber. The size varies from 15 to 32mm. The color of amber is transparent, honey. The color is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Baltic Beaded Necklaces

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Amber

Turquoise Chip Necklace Turquoise Beads Turquoise Gemstone Natural
Located in New York, NY
32 inch Turquoise Chip Necklace 6-8mm -Turquoise Beads Turquoise Gemstone Natural Very uniform beads , bright color and luster Natural Stone...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise

Mikimoto Pearl Necklace Pearl Bracelet Set Sterling Silver
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Mikimoto Pearl Necklace Pearl Bracelet Set Sterling Silver You will treasure this outstanding authentic Vintage MIKIMOTO Sterling silver pearl...
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Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage Rainbow Torsade Statement Collar Attr. KJL 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A striking Vintage Rainbow Torsade Collar of the most stunning quality. Crafted with six strands of individually knotted, Swarovski Aurora Borealis Crystal beads in purple, green and red. Finished with a gold plated loop style rhinestone set feature clasp. In very good vintage condition, most likely by Kenneth Jay Lane, 53cms. A wonderful statement collar...
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1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Yellow Gold Tourmaline Beaded Strand Necklace 15 3/4" - 18k Checkerboard Beads
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Genuine Tourmalines Cut: Checkerboard Bead Colors: Green, Pink, & Blue Style: Beaded Strand Fastening Type: Spring Ring Clasp Mea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade 40” Strand Beads
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Multi-colored green jade is strung on a long 40" strand cord. Extending length is 3-1/2 " with 3-beads and red multi-layered tassel GIA Gemologist inspected and evaluated
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17" 18k Gold 8 mm Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17" 18k W Gold 8 mm Certified $11,450 311936 Estate Mikimoto 50 Pearls LARGE 8 mm 17" Inches 18K White Gold Clasp This Akoya pearl necklace has...
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1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Blue Sapphire Beads Cts 188.06 and Diamond Roundel Necklace With 18k White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring 188.06 carats of luxurious blue sapphire beads sourced from Burma and boasting a natural beauty enhanced by their no-heat treatment. Accentuating the sapphire beads are te...
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Whitby Jet Lorgnette Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Victorian matt black Whitby Jet lorgnette bead necklace. Composed of small round hand knotted beads, six large elongated kite shape beads flanked by round beads of woven matt Whitby ...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Yves Saint Laurent butterfly pink-beaded necklace
Located in London, GB
This stunning pre-owned necklace by Yves Saint Laurent features five rows of pink crystal beads. Hanging around your neck, the detailing will rest perfe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

16.40 Carats Panjshir Emerald Faceted Beads For Fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
16.40Carats Panjshir Emerald Faceted Beads For Fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone Gemstone - Emerald Weight - 16.40 carats Shape - Beads Size - 2 To 5 MM Quantity - 1 line
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald

Sapphire Beads Cts 526.08 and Diamond Roundel Necklace with 14k Diamond Clasp
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Painstakingly crafted, this necklace has 526.08 carats of gorgeous sapphire beads, 50 diamond roundels, and 100 black agates. Each diamond roundel is elegantly accentuated by two b...
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

PONTIEL Vintage Glass Flower Buds and Jade Beads with Gold Fill Avalon Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This one of a kind, striking emerald green beaded necklace displays five glass flower buds made from original vintage glass from 1950s Czech Republic. Each glass flower bud is indivi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-War Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, Gold-filled

Diamond Circle Pendant and Black Spinel Beaded Necklace
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pave` set diamond circle pendant in oxidized sterling silver with 18K vermeil on the backside , and three strands of faceted black spinel. Chain across the back allows the length ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Spinel, Sterling Silver

37" Long GIA Round Blue Lapis Bead Strand Necklace & 18k Gold Wire Ball Spacers
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous bead strand necklace that features 80 genuine lapis lazuli beads that are GIA certified & elegantly accented with 18k yellow gold twisted wire work bead stati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Hard Wear 10mm .925 Sterling Silver Ball Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This sterling silver ball necklace shines with every movement. Inspired by the bold architecture and edge of New York City, Tiffany HardWear combi...
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

AJD Magnificent Sparkly Goldy Coated Quartz & Brown Goldstone 16" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
The tiny sparkle in the Brown Goldstone is enhanced by the brilliant goldy coated translucent Quartz in the 16 inches long necklace. They are all 14mm and the clasp is an easy to us...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Gold Plate

GIA Rondelle Beads Tanzanite Graduated Strand Necklace w/ 14k Gold Chain & Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stones:-- 101 Natural Genuine Tanzanite - Rondelle Beads Shape - Strung Set - Blue-Violet Color - 3.6mm to 10.3mm exact, certified ** See Certification Details Below for Complete I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Heart 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant Pearl Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The marriage of classic elements creates versatility for this lovely pearl diamond heart charm pendant necklace. Perfect for special occasion outfits paired with your favorite earrings or great for a flirty glam look with a crisp white collar shirt...
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Early 2000s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Black Pearl Strand with Pink Undertones with a 14 Karat Ball Clasp
Located in Great Neck, NY
This beautiful black Tahitian pearl necklace is stunning with pink undertones. These 12-14.2mm pearls make an 18 inch strand made out of 33 pearls. The pearls are expertly strung wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Hand-Crafted Portuguese Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Vintage Hand-Crafted Portuguese Necklace is a testament to the artistry and heritage of Portuguese jewelry making. Crafted from 19kt yellow gold, this necklace showcases traditio...
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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

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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