Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
1990s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 2000s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Silver
1990s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1870s Italian Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
2010s Thai Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s European Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, Gold
1860s English High Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Agate, 15k Gold
Early 1900s Italian Late Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
1950s American Anglo-Indian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Cut Steel
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
19th Century European Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Georgian Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Asian Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Beaded Necklaces
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Vermeil
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Silver
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
1960s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Russian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Malachite
1950s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Native American Beaded Necklaces
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Kunzite, Other, Aventurine, Gold Plate
1930s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Native American Beaded Necklaces
1980s Canadian Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 1900s Antique Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Onyx, Silver
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Amber, 14k 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.