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Beaded Necklaces For Sale
Louis Rousselet Hemitite and Copper Glass Necklace.
Located in New York, NY
Louis Rousselet three strand faux hematite and copper glass necklace with crystal rondelle accent spacers and cabocheon copper glass clasp. Unusually mode...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

Cream Gold AAA Grade Cultured Pearl Set Necklace Bracelet 14kt, 7+mm, 27 Inches
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
A beautiful grade AAA cultured pearl set with rich cream gold pearls that are 7+mm in size. The necklace is 27 inches long, secured with a 14k yell...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aurora Crystal and Fuschia Crystal Suite
Located in New York, NY
Super striking Aurora Crystal and Fuschia Crystal Suite from the 1950's. Woven with square cut faceted aurora crystals and striking fuschia crystals on ...
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1950s German Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Art Deco Large French Jet Cross Pendant and Black Glass Bead Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
Art Deco large french jet cross pendant, with a black glass bead chain necklace. The beautiful pendant has faceted french jet pieces. Each piece is i...
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Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Collana Di Perle Akoia Con Chiusura in Oro Bianco 18k Con Brillanto E Zaffiri
Located in Milano, IT
Collana vintage anni '60 di perle Akoia e chiusura realizzata a mano in Italia finemente traforata e incisa con oro bianco 18k, con 13 diamanti taglio brillante e con 6 zaffiri blu. ...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi-Strand Ruby Necklace Antique Diamond Gold Clasp
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful multi-strand necklace featuring 6 laces of sparkling Ruby beads, total weight 280 carats, with an Authentic Victorian precious 12k gold and silver clasp, set with natural r...
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Carved Rose Quartz And Freshwater Pearl Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 17 inches (43 cm). The size of the carved beads is 18 mm. The beads have a delightfully soft, gentle, rose tone. The color is authentic and natural. No thermal or other treatments were used. This necklace alternates beads of quartz with 4 mm natural freshwater pearl beads. The necklace is fastened with a beautiful sterling silver gold pale toggle clasp with a natural freshwater pearl. Necklace weight 160 grams (5.6 oz). Gently rose mineral belongs to the world of feelings and emotions. In the culture of the East, rose quartz is called the “stone of the heart.” Rose quartz evokes gentle, touching sensations and has a romantic, dreamy, refined, and soft aura. This is not loving itself but rather a premonition, the origin of feelings. The ancient people believed that rose quartz sent down the god of love, Eros (Cupid), to Earth. But according to another version, rose quartz is the “juice” of the Earth, which crystallized over many centuries and became a stone. Regular wearing of Rose quartz jewelry...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Medal Bead Pendant Necklace Diamond Virgin Mary Pearl Rosario
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Bead Pendant Necklace Diamond Virgin Mary Pearl Rosario 28" in Length Designer: J Dauphin Made to order 3-4 weeks to be completed Made...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold Plate, Bronze

12mm Black Tahitian Pearl Diamond Gold Clasp Statement Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite Estate Tahitian Pearl Necklace, featuring 35 lustrous Tahitian pearls. Each pearl is elegantly separated by round 18k slider disks,  adorned with 128 natural round diamonds, approximately 3.20carat G-H color, and VS1-VS2 clarity adding a sparkling contrast to the deep, iridescent hues of the pearls. The necklace is secured with a robust magnetic gold clasp, ensuring both safety and ease of wear. Perfect for sophisticated gatherings or adding a touch of luxury to everyday attire, this timeless piece combines classic elegance with contemporary flair. Ideal for those seeking high-end, luxury pearl necklaces...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Contemporary Rice Pearl and 14k Yellow Gold 6 Strand 24 inch Necklace
Located in Towson, MD
Transport yourself to an era of refined sophistication with our exquisite 6-strand rice pearl necklace, gracefully extending 24 inches in length. ...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Karat Gold Sapphire and Emerald Necklace by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A delicate yet significant 22K gold necklace with faceted blue sapphires and faceted Colombian emeralds. The gold beads have a flower motif and have significant gold weight and fine...
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold

Tracey Designs Navajo Lapis Lazuli Beads, Gold and Enamel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A unique necklace showcasing a geometric Native American design made of 14 karat yellow gold, accented by enamel and lapis lazuli. Pendant suspe...
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20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Lapis Diamond Sapphire Cross Necklace & Ebony Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Beaded Necklace consists of: - 37" length total - 8-9 mm faceted grade AAA+ Lapis Lazuli beads - diamond, 925 sterling silver, sapphire tumbler bead - diamond, 925 sterling silver large cross...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Long costume pearl necklace with rhinestoned golden metal rings, linked with a golden metal circular pendant ornamented with rhinestones and a costume pearly drop. Condition:...
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1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Gilt Shell and Woven Bead Bib
Located in New York, NY
Gilt Shell and Woven Bead Bib from the 1960's. Extravagant scale with varied size white plastic beads forming tendrils down to gilt clams. 13-15", Width 5"....
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1960s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

356.00 Carats pink Tourmaline carved melon beads necklace Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
356.00 Carats pink Tourmaline carved melon beads necklace Jewelry Natural Gem Gemstone - Tourmaline Weight - 356.00 Carats Strand - 1 Size - 6 to 15 MM Shape - melon beads
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline

Van Cleef & Arpels Coral Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels composed of seventy-five coral beads, measuring approximately 11.9 to 4.6mm, interspersed with textured gold spheres Signed VCA NY, no XXXXXX length: 24in. 18k ...
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Early 1900s French Artist Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold

Diamond Multicolor Sapphire Pink Stones Beaded Necklace Rose Gold Silver Closure
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
3 rows pink stones (179.50 g) beaded necklace embellished with an amazing butterfly shape closurein 9K rose gold and silver studded with 0.85 ct of little diamonds and 14.72 ct of m...
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

DOROTA LASAK 22k gold coral beaded necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
22k gold coral beaded necklace DETAILS • 22k gold clasp • coral beads • hand knotted • stamped DOROTA LASAK 22k
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 22k Gold

White Pearl Aquamarine Amethyst Choker Bead Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl, Light Blue Aquamarine, Lilac Amethyst Short or Choker Bead Necklace Gold Filled Clasp Designer: J DAUPHIN Made in Los Angeles Available for immediate delivery
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2010s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Labradorite, Pearl, Aquamarine, Gold Plate

Art Deco Olive Green Glass Fringe Necklace Collar
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Art Deco fringe necklace collar with classic Deco design olive green glass, interspersed with faceted beads which extend to the rest of the ne...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Rainbow Torsade Statement Collar Attr. KJL 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A striking Vintage Rainbow Torsade Collar of the most stunning quality. Crafted with six strands of individually knotted, Swarovski Aurora Borealis Crystal beads in purple, green and red. Finished with a gold plated loop style rhinestone set feature clasp. In very good vintage condition, most likely by Kenneth Jay Lane, 53cms. A wonderful statement collar...
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1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver and Hematite Bead Necklace TH-64
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver And Hematite Bead Necklace Marked: TH-64 MEXICO, 925 Measurements: 29 1/4"" end to end 10 mm hematite beads We...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Hematite, Sterling Silver

Handcrafted 3 Karat Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Garnet Beaded Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Handcrafted 3 Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Garnets Beaded Necklace Here there is an amazing 18 karats yellow gold necklace adorned with 3 karat...
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

PSL Certified Aurora Hanadama Akoya Pearl Necklace & Stud Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Akoya pearl set — including a necklace and matching stud earrings — features PSL-certified Hanadama-grade pearls, known as the highest grading standard in Japanese cul...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Angelskin Coral Triple Stranded Beaded Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Flower Clasp
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold ​ ​Beads: Angelskin coral Total Weight: 73.8 Grams Length: 32.5" Condition: Preowned, excellent
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Thirty-nine lustrous Tahitian pearls measuring between 10.5mm and 14mm bring classic elegance to this necklace. Pearls such as these that hail from the warm waters of the South Pacif...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, White Gold

18 kt Pink Gold Black & White Diamond Beaded Ball Necklace & Onyx
Located in Antwerp, BE
LONG PINK GOLDEN NECKLACE WITH BLACK DIAMOND BALL AND ONYX, Total of 9.90 Cts MATERIAL: 18 kt pink gold WEIGHT: 25.10 grams DIAMONDS: Black and White diamonds, together ca. 9.90 C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Six Strand Pearl Necklace with Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, and Blue Sapphire Center
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite necklace feature 18 karat yellow gold clasp set with round brilliant cut Diamonds and baguette cut Rubies. The piece is further accented with cabachon Emeralds and a 12.5 mm South Sea Pearl. The two end pieces are set with Diamonds and square cut Blue Sapphires. Six strands of Potato...
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1990s American Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Ancient Roman Bronze Ring, 22k Gold and Ombré Spinel Beaded Pendant Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Roman bronze ring artifact and 22k yellow gold cross charm pendant on an ombré red / purple / brown tone Spinel and antique...
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15th Century and Earlier American Classical Roman Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Spinel, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze

Dainty Necklace 6.5 Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Gold Twisted Links Chain Beaded
Located in Rome, IT
6.5 Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Links Chain Beaded Necklace. 20 inches long ( 50 cm) Dainty and pretty necklace handcrafted one by one, Every 3 emeralds there's an h...
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2010s Italian Romantic Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Necklace Turquoise Amber 18 Karat Gold
Located in Milan, IT
Necklace Turquoise butter scotch Amber 18 kt Gold gr 2,3. Total lenkt 90cm. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn. Each item will arrive at y...
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amber, Turquoise, 18k Gold

16" Multi Strand Pearl Necklace W/ Plat W/ Gold Diamond & Emerald Clover Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Genuine Freshwater Cultured Pearls - Bead Shape - Off White Color w/ fine luster - 4-4.5mm (approx.) (82) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single & Transitional Cut ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold

A.Jeschel Fabulous Peruvian Blue Opal Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Rare Peruvian Blue Opal Necklace. These stones can only be found in the Andes Mountains. Generally translucent, the color is described a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, Sterling Silver

Diamond Cuban Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Old-school style gets a modern era update with this Diamond Cuban Link Necklace. Make a statement in bold 14-karat rose gold links adorned with near...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your pearls, darling! Feel your best with freshwater pearls draped on your neck. Don't miss the great details of this necklace as it has a three-pearl pendant with four diamonds and delicate leaf detailing clip that is 14K white gold. Pair with your Christian Dior slingback heels...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Freshwater Pearl

Marina J. Pearl, Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold Sautoir with Tassel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful piece by Marina J. This sizeless Sautoir is made with gorgeous faceted Amethyst beads that display pigmented Purple hues, all woven together with white Cultured Pearls. Mea...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicoloured Star Howlite Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in London, GB
This enchanting piece features a vibrant array of star-shaped beads in various colors, adding a playful touch to any outfit. Perfect for adding a pop of color, this necklace is a mus...
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2010s British Beaded Necklaces

Solid 14k Gold Mix shade of grey Pearl necklace 7mm Freshwater necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
Details: : 14k Yellow Gold Lock Freshwater pearl beads Necklace. : Item no- KM27/350/9822 :Pearl Size: 7mm (Approx.) :Necklace length: 17" Inches If you need other special size, ...
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2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Marina J Woven Kyanite Bead "V" Shape Necklace with Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This woven kyanite "V" shape necklace with rhodium plated sterling silver clasp is an elegant and beautiful piece, handcrafted by Marina J. The deep and vibrant blue color of the kya...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Kyanite, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Bvlgari Rock Crystal Tourmaline & Peridot Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Rock Crystal Tourmaline & Peridot Bead Necklace A "Sassi" necklace featuring beads of rock crystal, peridot, tourmaline and yellow quartz. Signed Bvlgari. Measurements: 53...
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1980s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Peridot, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Tennis Necklace with Blue Sapphire Accent
Located in New York, NY
Meet the Blue Sapphire Diamond Tennis Necklace—a refined take on a jewelry staple. Alternating pear-shaped and round brilliant diamonds create a dynamic silhouette, while a singular ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Woven Peridot Bead Necklace with Removable Pendant of Ruby, Peridot and Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The necklace is composed of fine and faceted 1.5 mm Peridot beads, and woven into a flat, v-shape ribbon. Suspended in the center is a vintage 14 k yellow gold removable pendant...
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Peridot, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 15x14 mm White South Sea Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in Hicksville, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Strand Necklace 18K White Gold Weight (g): 124 Cultured Natural White South Sea Baroque Pearl Pearl Size: 14X15mm Pearl Shape: Baroque B...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elaborate Louis Rousellet Jet Collar
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate Louis Rousillet Jet Collar, woven with faceted jet beads with jet drops. 1950's France. 14.5", Width 1", Front 2", Excellent condition.
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1950s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Red Coral Amber Jade 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Milan, IT
Red Coral, baltic Amber, carved antiques Jade 18 k Gold gr12 necklace. Length is 58cm adjustable as convenience. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously own...
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Coral, Jade, 18k Gold

Graduated Malachite Bead Necklace Accented by Gold Filled Beads
Located in Addison, TX
Graduated Malachite Bead Necklace is absolutely mesmerizing. This necklace is made of 49 beads graduating from 6.41 mm - 14.42 mm alternating ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Malachite, Gold-filled

Marina B Nadja sautoir necklace diamonds, emeralds, rubies, onyx, yellow gold
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Marina B. Necklace Model "Naja" from the 70s'. This necklace is a long necklace made of small beads of onyx, 8 yellow gold patterns are interspersed. Each pattern is set with 20 smal...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Go...

220.31 Carat Rondelle Emerald Necklace with Emeralds and Diamonds in Platinum
Located in Southport, CT
This long and sleek necklace is as striking as it is comfortable. The designer happened across a vintage treasure made with 2.3 Carats of Precision Set Emeralds and surrounded with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Genuine and Natural Smooth Emerald Small Tumbled Beads Necklace, 9 Lines
Located in New York, NY
A Genuine & Natural Smooth Emerald Small Tumbled Beads Necklace with 9 Lines. The beads range from 5MM to 8 MM weighing 715 carats. The clasp is 14K Yellow Gold and the length ranges...
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Late 20th Century Zambian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marco Bicego Jaipur 18k Gold 48" Bezel Faceted Multi Stone Bead Station Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous bead station necklace was crafted in Italy from solid 18k yellow gold by Marco Bicego. The long necklace comes from the Jaipur Collection and features fine cable link c...
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Early 2000s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Pearl Necklace with Pearls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tahitian Pearl necklace with 12-13.5mm and 8mm pearls 36 inches, with silver "bean" clasp.
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sterling Silver

Certified Light Lavender Carved Jade Beads Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! For your consideration is a natural light lavender XXL carved jade bead necklace. Natural light Lavender and light green jade beads of this size are rare and not often seen. There are 31 jade beads ranging from around 19.80mm to 15mm in size. There are over 1,300 cts of natural jade beads. The special unique way the jade necklace is strung was done by a master. The carved jadeite bead necklace...
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2010s Hong Kong Beaded Necklaces

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Jade

Jade glass bead and clear paste lariatt-style necklace/sautoir, French, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An elegant and eye catching long sautoir, in a soft 'jade' green, from France, in the 1920s. Made from imitation jade glass round beads, and clear paste rondelles, caps and balls, it...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

Mother of Pearl Inlay Rose & Gemstone Beaded Necklace By Lee Sands, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 30" length - Mother of Pearl inlay rose measures 2.75" x 2.5" - Amethyst and pink rhodonite gemstone beads with gold tone accent beads - Gold filled fish hook clasp - Necklace is meant to be worn asymmetrically and has a brooch back on the rose to keep it in place - Attributed to Lee Sands...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Gold Plated Coral Glass Bead Faux Baroque Pearl Drop Collar Necklace circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous gold plated link collar necklace, with beautiful coral glass bead and faux baroque pearl drops. Measuring necklace length 46.8 cm / 18.4 inches, and the coral and pearl drop...
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Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

White Pearl Red Garnet Choker Bead Necklace Gold Filled Chain 20" J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Red Garnet Choker Bead Necklace Gold Filled Chain 20" J Dauphin "As within so without" Sweet Water Pearl with Red Garnet Necklace 20" ...
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2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled

Amber Necklace and Earrings with Gold Bead
Located in Darnestown, MD
Unusual amber necklace with oval stones centered with a large 14 karat gold bead. The gold center measures 2 1/8" in width. The necklace can actually be worn in reverse with the deco...
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1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amber, 14k 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.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of pearl beaded necklaces, antique emerald beaded necklaces, diamond beaded necklaces and more.

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