Beaded Necklaces
1960s American Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
20th Century American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
1950s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Jasper, Amazonite, Aquamarine, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold
Late 20th Century Native American Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Gothic Revival Beaded Necklaces
Brass
Late 20th Century Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Rubelite, Tourmaline
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Late 20th Century German Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
Late 19th Century Asian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Beryl, Emerald, Green Beryl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
Early 20th Century Asian Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Early 2000s Modern Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
Enamel
1950s Italian Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Jade, 18k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Freshwater Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1950s Czech Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Aquamarine, Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire
19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s European Arts and Crafts Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Charoite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Colombian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold
20th Century Asian Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1980s European Etruscan Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Rubelite, Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
2010s Burmese Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Topaz, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Malachite, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, ...
1930s Unknown Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, Tourmaline
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled
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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