Beaded Necklaces
19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amber, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Onyx, Quartz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Gold
1970s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Japanese Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Jasper, Sterling Silver
19th Century Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amber, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
1960s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, Tourmaline
Late 20th Century Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
19th Century European Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 10k Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Silver
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline
2010s Burmese Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Emerald, Green Beryl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Bronze, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, 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.