Beaded Necklaces
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal
1950s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1920s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
2010s Swiss Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
1950s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1930s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Sterling Silver
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
1950s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Kyanite, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Asian Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Early 2000s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
1640s American Artisan Antique Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Hessonite, Gold Plate
2010s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
1990s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Turquoise
2010s Brazilian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Native American Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Beaded Necklaces
22k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Gold Plate, Vermeil
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Early 2000s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Bronze, Enamel
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Hematite, Sterling Silver
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 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.