Beaded Necklaces
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Freshwater Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Late 20th Century American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
20th Century American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Late 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire
1920s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Malachite, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, ...
2010s Burmese Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary American Renaissance Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pea...
Late 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary North American Georgian Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal, Quartz, Ruby, Blue Sapphire,...
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Black Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Whi...
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Ste...
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Vermeil
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Silver
Early 2000s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Quartz, Opal, Jade, Diamond, Silver, Gold Pla...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Asian Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, 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.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of pearl beaded necklaces, antique emerald beaded necklaces, diamond beaded necklaces and more.