Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Native American Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Agate, Onyx, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Silver, 18k Gold
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Pyrite, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 18k Gold
2010s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 22k Gold
1970s Baltic Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1990s Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Go...
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Beaded Necklaces
Peridot
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Indian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Portuguese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
20th Century French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Turquoise
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yell...
1980s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Rhodolite, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
1960s French Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.