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Beaded Necklaces For Sale
Style: Baroque
Style: Artist
Big Swarovski Crystal and Multi-Beaded Embellished Paisley Tassel Bib Necklace
Located in Milton Keynes, GB
The Big Swarovski Crystal and Multi-Beaded Embellished Paisley Tassel Bib Necklace is a treasure and rare find. My intention for this design was to create a unique ageless wearable a...
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2010s British Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Amazonite, Citrine, Crystal, Quartz, Mixed Metal

Chanel necklace by R. Goossens with pearls, 183 cm lang gold plated, 1970/80s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A great very long vintage Chanel Sautoir made by Robert Goossens Paris with crem colored faux pearls (made by Gripoix), gold balls filled with l...
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1970s French Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold Plate

Multi Row Dyed Black Cultured Pearl Necklace with 18 Carat Gold Fasteners
Located in London, GB
A multi row dyed black cultured pearl necklace of varying oval sizes beads connected to a pair of 18ct gold fasteners. Circa 1990. Maximum length 41cm. 17 rows beads varying from 3mm...
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1990s Greek Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Gold

Marvella Elegantly Hand-Knotted Pearl with Polished Gold Hardware Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Marvella wonderfully elegant hand-knotted pearl with polished gold hardware clasp closing measures 54 inches in total length. The circumference of the pear...
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1980s French Baroque Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Magnificent NECKLACE vintage pearls, High Fashion, vermeil, 18th century style
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent 18th century style NECKLACE, French High Fashion, 70s - 80s vintage, composed of 9 rows of cultured pearls, removable central motif depicting a two-sided knot in 800 thousandths silver vermeil set with cultured pearls and colored stones, French goldsmith hallmark HH, crab hallmark, necklace accompanied by its illustration taken from a magazine, dimensions central motif 6.5 x 4.5 cm, weight 31 g, pearl part length 43 cm, weight 61 g, total length 49.5 cm, total weight 92 g, description provided by the French house Drouot, very RARE piece, exceptional quality, collector's item, very good state. FR: Magnifique COLLIER style 18eme siècle, Haute Couture française, vintage des...
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1980s French Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Vermeil

Large Costume Extra-Long Hand-Knotted Chanel-Like Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully extra-long hand-knotted elegant Chanel-like costume pearl necklace measures 71 inches in length. The circumference of the pearls measures 1/2 inch. Made in France.
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1980s French Baroque Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Vintage deLillo Gold Tone with Light Green Dangling Beads Necklace, circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage deLillo Gold Tone with Light Green Dangling Beads Necklace Circa 1970's. This is so special. The bigger beads are a mottled light green citrine...
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1970s American Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Hakimoto Rare 32x20 mm South Sea Baroque Pearl 19.5" Necklace 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Strand Necklace 18K White Gold With 1.72 Carts Of Diamonds Weight (g): 179 Cultured South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: (30-32)X(17-20)mm Pearl Sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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

Black and gold Murano glass beaded necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Unique costume trendy necklace, by artist Paola B., Venice, Italy. The artist is a member of Venezia Vetro Acqua e Terra, and AMA: Associazione Maestri Artigiani del Vetro. Made of: ...
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver

Hakimoto 18K Natural Color 69 Tahitian 15x12 mm Baroque 39" Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Tahitian South Sea Strand Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Weight (g): 266 69 Cultured South Sea Tahitian Pearl Pearl Size: 12X1...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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

Collectible Chanel Couture Pearl with Green Cross and Dangling Pearls Circa 2005
Located in New York, NY
Collectible Chanel Couture Pearl with Green Cross and Dangling Pearls Circa 2005. One of the most magnificent Chanel pieces I have ever seen. Th...
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Early 2000s European Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Bochic Vintage Carved Jade Ball Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Vintage Carved Jade Ball Necklace Chocker length 18 K gold The Jade Carved bead is antique, taken out from an old necklace 50 - 100 years. Origin ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, 18k Gold

1980s Chanel Large Baroque Pearl Soutoir Necklace
Located in London, GB
1980s Chanel champagne colour Baroque style simulated pearl necklace. From the early part of the decade before Karl Lagerfeld and Victoire de Castellane were the creative directors f...
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1980s French Baroque Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Marina J Woven Pearl Necklace with 14 K White Gold Faceted Beads and Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This woven white pearl necklace with 14k white gold faceted beads and sliding clasp glitters beautifully. This classic necklace is handmade by Marina J. with 14k white gold faceted b...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Akoya Pearls Necklace with Quartz and Diamonds in 18 Kt Gold
Located in Athens, GR
An exceptional necklace. Made of white akoya pearls, with quartz surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds, this necklace is a statement piece that you must have in your collection. Addi...
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2010s Greek Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, White Gold

House of Sol Baroque Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
The House of Sol Baroque Pearl necklace combines classical baroque pearls with vibrant semi-precious gemstones like tourmaline and citrine. It is versatile, suitable for day and nigh...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Citrine, Pearl, Tourmaline, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

16-23mm Lustrous baroque pearl 14k Gold Necklace Wedding White pearl necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
Details: : 14k Yellow Gold Lock Freshwater baroque pearl beads : Item no- KM82/300 :Pearl Size: 16mmx23mm (Approx.) :Necklace length: 20" Inches If you need other special size, p...
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2010s Australian Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage deLillo Gold Tone with Red Dangling Beads Necklace Circa 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage deLillo Gold Tone with Red Dangling Beads Circa 1970's. This gorgeous necklace has additional chain in the back so will allow you to have it sit closer to the neck or longer ...
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1970s American Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Marina J Long Pearl Sautoir with Wooden Beads, Silver Inlay and Pearl Tassel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This necklace is made of large oval pearls accented with handmade antique wooden beads with silver inlay. The removable tassel stands out with a l...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Onyx, Pearl, Spinel, Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

9ct Yellow Gold Keshi Pearl Strand Necklace
Located in LEEDERVILLE, WA
Make a statement with this exquisite Keshi pearl necklace. Given their unique organic shapes and amazing luster, Keshi Pearls are the most unique type of pearl, making them perfect f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage Judith Leiber Gold Horse Belt Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Judith Leiber Gold Horse Belt Circa 1980s. These belts were so iconic in the 1980s and you saw them on every supermodel. They were worn on everythi...
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1980s North American Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

1980s Mark Merrill Vintage Glass Bead Medallion Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Handmade, one of a kind vintage 1980's banner style necklace with a large embellished glass beaded medallion designed and created by Mark Merrill of D...
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1980s American Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Base Metal

Vintage Gripoix Paris Flower Necklace Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gripoix Red MDV Paris Flower Necklace. This necklace is so spectacular. The flower is like the Chanel Camelia. This just oozes class. Something about this is just so specia...
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1980s French Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Natural, Golden Yellow Baroque Pearls Strand Necklace, 14K Gold Clasp
Located in Bozeman, MT
Natural Golden Yellow Baroque Pearls, 14K Gold Clasp, 19" in length, Clasp is 14K gold, strung on natural yellow thread to match. These pearls a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 17.8x13mm South Sea Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K 1.75 Carts Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Strand Necklace This 19 1/4" necklace of 29 matched White South Sea cultured Baroque pearls sizes from 17.8mm to 13 mm. The Clasp is 11 mm w...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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

Hakimoto 17x15 mm Tahitian Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Diamond White Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Tahitian South Sea Strand Necklace 18K White Gold With Diamonds Weight (g): 132.7 Cultured Tahitian South Sea Baroque Pear...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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

AJD Elegant Necklace of Amethyst and genuine White Zircon February Birthstone
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique necklace of 5 stations of 8 MM Amethyst alternating with 4 stations of 8 MM Sparkling White genuine Zircons. The 14K white gold rhodium plated Sterling Silver chain upon whic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Zircon, Sterling Silver

Amazonite Modern Shape Necklace
Located in Milan, IT
Amazonite very intense color necklace 50 cm. Very special shape. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn. Each item will arrive at your door bea...
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Amazonite, Gold Plate

Butterflies necklace designed by Melanie A. Yazzie, Navajo, silver, onxy beads
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Butterflies necklace designed by Melanie A. Yazzie, Navajo, silver, onxy beads Melanie A. Yazzie (Navajo-Diné) is a highly regarded multimedia artist known for her printmaking, pain...
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Onyx, Sterling Silver, Silver

Woven Peridot Bead Necklace with Removable Pendant of Ruby, Peridot and Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The necklace is composed of fine and faceted 1.5 mm Peridot beads, and woven into a flat, v-shape ribbon. Suspended in the center is a vintage 14 k yellow gold removable pendant...
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Peridot, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL 3 Strand Pearl and Blue Bead Necklace Circa 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL 3 Strand Pearl and Blue Bead Necklace Circa 1990s. Quite Different. The Three Strands have 3 beads mixed in with...
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1990s French Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Miriam Haskell vintage long pearl Necklace 1950s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Exquisite and long 1950s Miriam Haskell necklace with different aux barock pearls. Round, oval flat and oval bordered with fine leaves and rhinestone accents. The necklace has a spr...
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1950s American Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Base Metal

Druzy Agate Necklace Tourmaline Amethyst Gold-Plated
Located in Milan, IT
Necklace with druzy crystal agate amethyst stone carved tourmaline gold plated. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn. Each item will arrive a...
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Amethyst, Tourmaline, Gold Plate

Long Tahitian 17.5x15 mm 39 Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Diamond Clasp 30"long
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $25,000 Tahitian South Sea Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Diamond White Gold Clasp 39 Tahitian Baroque Pearls Size 15.5x17.5...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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

Navajo, Geometric, Elements, necklace, by Melanie Yazzie Kingman Turquoise beads
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Navajo, Geometric, Elements, necklace, by Melanie Yazzie, Kingman Turquoise beads Melanie A. Yazzie (Navajo-Diné) is a highly regarded multimedia artist known for her printmaking, p...
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Hakimoto 16x12 mm Tahitian, Golden South Sea Baroque Multicolor Pearl and 18K
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Multi Color South Sea Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Clasp 12x16mm Natural Color Tahitian and Golden Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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

AJD 17 Inch Choker Handmade Chocolate Moonstone and Clear Crystal Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Custom made necklace of faceted chocolate Moonstone rondelles and clear faceted Crystals. This delightful necklace is 17 inches in length which all...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Moonstone, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

AJD Walnut-Maroon Color Keshi Pearl 19 Inch Necklace June Birthstone
Located in Raleigh, NC
No Grit No Pearl Unique, 19 inch iridescent Keshi Pearl necklace in tones of walnut, ruby, amber, and emerald. This gorgeous necklace features Keshi Pearls that are mostly elongated, graduating from 18 x 9 MM to 24 x 10 MM. These lovely Pearls with their funky shapes...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal

Aquamarine and Pearl Necklace 22 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Natural Aquamarine crystals and 10 millimeter round cultured white pearls necklace in high 22 Karat gold with beautiful clasp. Elegant wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Beaded Murano glass Fashion Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Sky blue, purple and dark blue multi strands Murano glass and Swarovski beads necklace. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B. in Venise, Italy, 2010s. The artist is a member of Venezi...
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Silver

AJD 20 Inch Statement Necklace in Shades of Golden Jade Black Tourmaline
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous Large highly polished Golden Jade, 18 MM, accompanied with rondelles of glistening Black Tourmaline, 10 MM, and golden accents. The Golden Jade is a wonderful variety of dy...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, Tourmaline, Gold Plate

Necklace Antiques Jade Tourmaline Fire Opal Amethyst 18 Karat Gold
Located in Milan, IT
Degradè long necklace total length 31 cm, amethyst, fire opal, tourmaline, vesuvianite, little leaf in green vesuvianite, big BI in jade used like a closur...
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, Opal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

70s Chanel Vintage Orb Necklace Faux White Pearls Long 52" Yellow Tone Cross
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage 70s Chanel faux pearl orb necklace crafted in yellow tone (circa 1971-1980). The necklace features faux pearls measuring 12mm each, with eight rep...
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1970s French Baroque Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Base Metal

Blue Murano glass beaded necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Blue multi strands Murano glass beads fashion necklace. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B. in Venise, Italy, 2010s. Made of: Hand blown blue and s...
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Silver

Antiques Carved Jade Bi Necklace Turquoise Amber Grey Pearls Gold
Located in Milan, IT
Carved jade Bi with dragon, amber different shape, turquoise, grey pearls, carnelian. 18kt Gold gr. 24,20. total length 56 cm adjustable. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has n...
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Amber, Carnelian, Jade, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Marina J. Pearl Necklace with Vintage 14k Yellow Gold and Emerald Center-Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handwoven white pearl necklace with emerald and 14 k yellow gold floral centerpiece is beautiful and practical as the centerpiece acts as a front-facing clasp. The centerpiece i...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Axel Russmeyer Beaded Ball Necklaces in Bronze, Green, and Golden Tones
Located in New York, NY
A handmade 16-beaded ball necklace in the Wiener Werkstätte style comprising glass and crystal beads of varying sizes and textures in green, plum luster, bronze and purple tones, com...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Beaded Necklaces

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18k Gold

Blue Beaded Murano glass fashion necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Marine blue and sky blue Murano glass beads costume necklace. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B. in Venise, Italy, 2010s. The artist is a member of Venezia Vetro Acqua e Terra, and...
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Bezel Diamond Chain with 0.16 Round Diamond Set in 14 Karat Gold Bezel Box Chain
Located in Austin, TX
This 14 karat yellow gold diamond bezel necklace is a classic! This simple design is one to be worn everyday and with any outfit. You can wear it with your finest dress and also in your workout clothes. The diamond is lovely and shines from any angle. If you have seen the traditional Tiffany & Co. Diamond necklace your will realize what a good value you this one is. 14kt Yellow Gold Diamond- 0.16 carat Quality- SI-2 Clarity and G Color-Excellent Chain-14kt Solid Gold Box Chain...
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Purple Murano Glass Beaded Fashion Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Purple and pink hues Murano glass beads costume necklace. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B. in Venise, Italy, 2010s. The artist is a member of Ve...
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Silver

Pearl Necklace with Porcelain Painting Miniature, 925 Silver
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
925 silver - hallmarked with the fineness - 3-row necklace made of roundish freshwater pearls with a diameter of approx. 7-8 mm - Dimensions of the porcelain miniature: approx. 2.8 x...
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1970s Unknown Baroque Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Silver

Marina J Pearl Necklace with Baroque Pearl Centerpiece & 14k Gold Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simple yet gorgeous Graduated Pearl Necklace, hand made by Marina J. This all Pearl necklace features high luster white Pearls that display a beautiful iridescent sheen ranging from 1.5mm - 7mm. Measuring 16.5 inches long, this necklace meets at a 14K Yellow Gold spring clasp...
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Tanzanite Neckalce Carved Jade Tourmaline 18k Gold
Located in Milan, IT
Amazing multi thread necklace with faced tanzanite stone, rose quartz, central with carved Jace surrounded with tourmaline carved leaf, 18 k Gold g...
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Carolyn Tyler 'Corinna Choker' White Pearl and Red Coral Necklace in 22k Gold
Located in Austin, TX
A bold pearl, coral, diamond and 22k yellow gold "Corinna Choker" necklace by Carolyn Tyler. This Carolyn Tyler choker necklace is comprised of six strands of highly lustrous white ...
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Early 2000s Indonesian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 22k Gold

Azzurrite Geometric Shape Necklace
Located in Milan, IT
Geometric beads in azzurite stone, family of lapis, Gold plate. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn. Each item will arrive at your door be...
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate

Philippe Ferrandis Cross Necklace brutalist Gold Gripoix 1980s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Early piece of Philippe Ferrandis Brutalist in design. Simply stunning! This makes a statement. Large Cross. Long Beaded Chain made up of natural stones and poured glass. The Cross s...
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1980s French Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Gold, Gilt Metal

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Bakelite Sculptural Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
1970s necklace from none other than Guillemette L'Hoir Paris- designer of avant-garde art inspired jewelry made from Galalith. This piece is made out of a taupe and magenta bakelite...
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1970s French Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Shells Necklace Fresh Water Pearls Carved Carnelian 18 Karat Gold
Located in Milan, IT
necklace with grey fresh water pearls, carved carnelian shells gold total length 45 cm weight 114,6 gr. Unique pieces .
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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18k 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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