Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl
Mid-20th Century European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Colombian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Garnet, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Spinel, Bronze
2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Opal, Blue Sapphire
1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Asian Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Hematite, Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Silver, Ster...
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Jade, Rock Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl
1950s American Native American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
2010s Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
20th Century Japanese Classical Roman Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 22k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amber
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
1960s Italian Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Onyx, Sterling Silver
1980s American Native American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Black Pearl, Labradorite, Agate, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Ame...
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
1980s European Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold...
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Rhodocrosite, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century German Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gol...
1940s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
2010s British Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, 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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