Beaded Necklaces
1980s Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
1940s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Gilt Metal
1980s Unknown Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Coral, Jade, Turquoise, 18k Gold
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Agate, Pearl, Silver
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
1940s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s Chinese Aesthetic Movement Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Vermeil
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1980s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1940s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1980s Dutch Renaissance Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Unknown Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, ...
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold
1980s Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Sterling Silver
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Yellow Gold
1980s Hong Kong Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 9k Gold
1980s Finnish Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Gilt Metal
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Sterling Silver
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1980s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s American Native American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1980s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Gold
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Spinel
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
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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