Beaded Necklaces
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold
Early 2000s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Silver
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Marcasite, Pearl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century Russian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Onyx, Quartz, Sterling Silver
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Onyx, Opal
2010s Dutch Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold Plate
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Labradorite, Gold-filled
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold-filled, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sterling Silver
1750s Georgian Antique Beaded Necklaces
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Fire Opal, Opal, Onyx, Chalcedony, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Gold-filled
1950s American Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Vermeil
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold
1990s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Malachite, Silver
1960s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s Italian Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Coral, Jade, Turquoise, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Other
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White 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.