Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Vermeil
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Agate, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Gold, Ye...
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Hematite, Jasper, 18k Gold, Vermeil
2010s Hong Kong Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Black Spinel, Moonstone, Spinel, Topaz, Mixed Metal, Sil...
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
1980s Unknown Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Crystal, Black Opal, Mixed...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Sapphire, Silver
1970s Unknown Vintage Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Tourmaline, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Black...
20th Century French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire
2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Agate, Ste...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Vermeil
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.