Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Japanese Modernist Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
1940s Italian Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
1980s European Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
1950s Moroccan Egyptian Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1930s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1990s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s North American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Bronze
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1950s European Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Mid-20th Century Russian Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
1960s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century Baltic Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Bronze, Enamel
Late 20th Century Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1980s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1970s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Coral, Silver Plate
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1960s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
1950s Japanese Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade
1990s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Bronze
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian, Onyx, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1920s American Baroque Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
1980s Hong Kong Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century German Late Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century Baltic Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Silver
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Silver
1990s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
1960s European Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 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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