Beaded Necklaces
Early 1800s Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Opal, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s American Post-War Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Quartz
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, South Sea Pearl
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Topaz, Sterling Silver
1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Morganite, Pearl, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Opal, Peridot, Apatite, Sterling Silver
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pyrite, Gold Plate
1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz, Fluorite, Sterling Silver
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Swazi Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold,...
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1940s North American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1930s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Chrysocolla, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Hematite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s European Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
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.