Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
1940s African Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Silver
1990s Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
Mid-20th Century Russian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Silver
2010s North American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amber
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Topaz, Blue Topaz
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Onyx, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Vermeil, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
20th Century Japanese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Agate, Onyx, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Whi...
Early 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl
20th Century British Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Oriental Pearl, Sterling Silver
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, Base Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
1980s Swiss Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 22k Gold, Mixed Metal
1960s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal, Cut Steel
1950s American Native American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Turquoise
1960s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Onyx, Sterling Silver
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.