Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s Swedish Beaded Necklaces
Jasper, Silver
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Platinum
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold
Mid-20th Century Japanese Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
20th Century Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl
1930s Australian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Sterling Silver
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
1990s Beaded Necklaces
1990s Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Blue Topaz, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 9k Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Iraqi Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces
20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
1930s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Platinum, 14k Gold
20th Century Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Danish Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...
1980s English Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Late 20th Century Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Native American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Quartz
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl
1920s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1990s Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Antique Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Amber, 14k Gold
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
1950s American Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 10k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Gold
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gilt Metal
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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