Beaded Necklaces
1980s American Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
1980s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Iolite, Pearl, 18k Gold
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Labradorite, Mixed Metal
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Spinel
1980s Unknown Romantic Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
1980s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Baroque Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Mixed Metal
1980s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, Black Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Vermeil
Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Other, Silver, Mixed Metal
1960s American Native American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Moonstone, Tiger's Eye, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k ...
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Aventurine, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Amber
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold...
1980s German Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Pearl, Turquoise, Citrine, Rock Crystal, Silver
Early 1900s Italian Modern Antique Beaded Necklaces
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold,...
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Garnet, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Black Opal, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
1890s American Native American Antique Beaded Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
1980s French Renaissance Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, 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.
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