Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold
1970s French Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian
1960s American Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal, Bronze, Gold Plate
1930s European Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amber, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century British Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral
1980s English Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Mid-20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 1900s Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass
1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s North American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 22k Gold
1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, Black Spinel
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Persian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
1980s English Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
1940s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Onyx, 9k Gold
1970s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1980s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Asian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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.