Beaded Necklaces
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Kyanite, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Gold-filled
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Black Pearl, Turquoise, Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, ...
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Chrysophrase, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Blue Topaz, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Opal, Moonstone, Garnet, Diamon...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Go...
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Artist Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Citrine, Crystal, Jade, Pea...
2010s British Artist Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Amazonite, Multi-gemstone, Carnelian, Crystal, Jasper, Gold-fille...
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Ruby, Rubelite, Quartz, Diamond, Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Jade, Kunzite, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Rhodocrosite, Jasper, Ruby, Opal, Quartz, Yellow Gold, 18k Gol...
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl
2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz
2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Quartz
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Coral, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Moonstone, Sterling Silver
2010s Zambian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold,...
2010s Brazilian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Crystal, Diamond, W...
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Crystal, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k ...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Blue Topaz, Quartz, Garnet, Citrine, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Blue Topaz, Peridot, Garnet, Citrine, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yell...
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Gold P...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Moonstone, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Jade, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Rhodocrosite, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, B...
20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Tiger's Eye, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Carnelian, 1...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Other, Apatite, Mixed Metal
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.