Beaded Necklaces
1950s American Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Aventurine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swazi Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Brass
Late 20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Yellow Gold
1950s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century French Modern Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
1960s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
1950s German Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Gilt Metal, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Brass
1980s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Vermeil
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1990s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century European Retro Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Sterling Silver, Silver
1960s French Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Brazilian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Silver
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Other, Brass
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Copper
Early 2000s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl
Early 2000s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1980s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amber, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 1900s Retro Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Italian Modern Antique Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver
1960s French Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, 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.
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