Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century British Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Southeast Asian Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
20th Century Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Chalcedony, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Sterling Silver
1910s European Edwardian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1970s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Gold, Silver
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 10k Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Garnet
1990s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Labradorite, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
1940s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
1960s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral
Mid-20th Century Russian Beaded Necklaces
Amber
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Unknown Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Silver
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
1950s American Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1960s American Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Rose Gold
Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Silver
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal, Bronze, Gold Plate
20th Century Dutch Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
1930s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Brass
Early 1900s Chinese Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
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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