Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Russian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Kyanite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Rhodocrosite, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Onyx, Quartz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Quartz
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s European Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
2010s American Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Rock Crystal
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Agate, Onyx, Sterling Silver
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Kyanite
1920s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Larimar, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Oriental Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Tanzanite, White Gold
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, Base Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Antique Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Kyanite, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral
19th Century Chinese Antique Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Vermeil, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Amethyst, Opal, Freshwater Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1960s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1910s Edwardian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
1980s Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Turquoise, Black Jade, 14k Gold
1880s British Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Onyx, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
Early 2000s French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
2010s Namibian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Onyx, Sterling Silver
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
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.