Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Black Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Mixed Metal
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Turquoise
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1950s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1920s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
19th Century Unknown Contemporary Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
1930s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 22k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Jade, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, Tourmaline
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Brass
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s British Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Sterling Silver
2010s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Base Metal
1950s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1930s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s British Antique Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Beaded Necklaces
Iolite
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1960s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, 14k 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.
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