Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Mixed Metal
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Gold
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold-filled
2010s Brazilian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Black Spinel, Silver
1950s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Vermeil, 14k Gold
2010s French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold
Late 20th Century Native American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1960s American Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, Opal, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Brass
1950s French Baroque Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amber
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Amethyst, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Mixed Metal
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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.