Beaded Necklaces
20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Ethiopian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, White Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century European Modern Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s French Baroque Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Gold-filled
Early 2000s Brazilian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Beaded Necklaces
2010s Ethiopian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Opal, Fire Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1970s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Other, 14k Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Fire Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 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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