Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Mixed Metal
2010s Danish Modern Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise Matrix, Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces
Hematite, Sterling Silver
19th Century Chinese Antique Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Mexican Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Ruby
Early 2000s Polynesian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
1960s Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Vermeil
2010s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold...
1980s Japanese Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Larimar, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl
1990s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Retro Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topa...
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Quartz
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Pearl, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Onyx, Quartz
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Gold
Late 20th Century Native American Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, Black Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Indian Beaded Necklaces
22k Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, 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.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of pearl beaded necklaces, antique emerald beaded necklaces, diamond beaded necklaces and more.