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Beaded Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Onyx
Gemstone: South Sea Pearl
Elegant South Sea Pearl Beaded Necklace In 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Elegant South Sea Pearl Necklace with gold ball clasp on the back strung on white thread. The pearl size range from 14mm -17mm 18kt: 1.75g Pearls: 653.75cts
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lapiz-Lazuli, Onix and Obsidian Necklace
Located in Nuevo Leon, MX
Contemporary double stranded necklace with cubic lapizlazuli, mate finish, oval black onix beads and 2 Aztecs long curved obsidian flints ca. 1350-1521 AD. Modern new string and clasp.
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Onyx

Roman Malakov Multi-Color Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a colorful combination of South Sea and freshwater pearls in a single strand necklace. Spaced by four 18 karat yellow gold beads encrusted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Burmese Red Spinel Baroque South Sea Pearl 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold sautoir long necklace, featuring 77.65 carats of Burmese red spinels and grey baroque Tahiti pearls. Total ...
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Spinel, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

1950s Malachite, Jade and Onyx Bead 14 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
1950s Retro Malachite Bead Necklace - 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Malachite, Jade, Onyx Features 24 inches long 14 karat Yellow Gold Fishhook Closur...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Malachite, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Superbly Elegant Black Onyx & Clear Brilliant Quartz 19.5" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Bright happy elegant contrast of black Onyx (15 mm) and sparkling Quartz crystals combine to perfection in this beautiful 19 1/2 inches long necklace with silver clasp.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Mixed Metal

AJD Exquisite Handmade 20.5" Turquoise and Red Bamboo Coral Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This splendid Turquoise comes from a new mine to the west of Hubei in China. The mixture of colors on the stones is like artwork. It is enhanced with black Onyx and a red Bamboo Co...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Turquoise

Combination Pearl Necklace and 1960s Diamond Brooch Clip
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation - unique piece. Transformable necklace consisting of 7 rows of oriental cultured pearls in white, rose white, bronze and chocolat...
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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, White Gold, 1...

Samira13 South Sea Pearl and Diamond Silk Cord Tassle Long Necklace
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
This is a perfect piece for those into fashion! A Samira13 designed South Sea Pearl and Diamond rondelle long necklace with a silk cord tassle. The necklace features 62 South Sea Pearls, varying in color from off white, to silver, to dark gray, with 11 oxidized silver Diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Silver

Faceted Black Onyx and Diamond Beaded Necklace by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
Very unusual cuts of black onyx--a faceted diamond shape with the beads drilled across the top. These are paired with three rose cut and pave`-set diamond beads set in sterling silv...
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Yoko London Classic Golden South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful classic row necklace of high-quality Indonesian Golden South Sea pearls strung onto silk and secured to an 18 Karat Yellow Gold diamond-set ball clasp. The intrinsic luxu...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18...

Gorgeous Baroque South Sea Pearl Diamonds Silver Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Baroque South Sea Pearl & Diamonds Necklace in silver with diamond clasp at the back. This necklace has an egg shape pave diamond and rosecut diamond bead with 1.75 inch lon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Silver

Angel skin Pink Coral Gold Onyx Ram's Head Necklace 1950s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Coral beaded 14K gold necklace with Onyx Ram head. Ram head center with Gold rondelles bead scattered in between the coral beads, Beads measures .32 in. or 8.15mm and the ra...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Australian Pearl Diamond 18 kt Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carved Fluted Emerald Bead Onyx Rondelles Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful collection of 405.25 carat of emerald carved beads spaced with black onyx and diamond rondelles set with a black diamond clasp in 18kt white gold. The emerald carved bead...
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20th Century American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Shaun Leane Tsavorite Garnet Onyx Diamond Gold Tassel Lariat Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Onyx, diamond and tsavorite garnet pendant necklace. Onyx and diamond tassel lariat necklace with Tsavorite garnets. Shaun Leane’s Tribal Deco. 40 inches in length. 115 round Onyx b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Diamond, Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Estate 14K Golden South Sea Pearl Strand Necklace 13.2mm - 16.1mm 17.5”
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A lovely strand of very large graduated golden baroque South Sea pearls starting at 13.20mm and going all the way up to a whopping 16.10mm. Anyone that understands pearls understands...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Golden South Sea and Black Tahitian Pearl Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A magnificent opera length multi-color pearl strand exhibiting numerous Tahitian and South Sea pearls. The Tahitian pearls of varying shades of black, from pistachio to peacock have an incredible orient and they pair wonderfully with the beaming golden pearls. Having very good complexion, luster with baroque and circlé shapes, this stunner is a go-to accessory for every season. Pairing phenomenally with a simple white button-down blouse or a beach dress yoga pants or an elegant evening gown. Pearls are the perfect accessory as they go from day to night, suiting every style. Brand new, with a 14kt yellow gold ribbed clasp. We have a similar strand of golden South Sea pearls listed on our 1stdibs profile...
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21st Century and Contemporary Oceanic Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Multicolor Onyx Ball Beaded Necklace with Diamonds Spacer
Located in New York, NY
Whether worn for a formal event or to add a touch of elegance to everyday attire, this Necklace is a statement piece that captures attention and showcases the wearer's impeccable sen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Medieval Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Silver

White South Sea Pearls Strand Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
The white South Sea pearl measures between 15 and 17.5 millimeters in diameter. It has a round shape with a smooth and lustrous surface. The pearl has a white color with a hint of si...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black Onyx Disc Necklace with 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Dimensions: necklace measures 16-inches long Weight: 130.71 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Bead Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Long necklace, featuring a single-strand of fifty-eight oval black onyx polished beads with double rings of 18kt yellow gold rondelle-style beads set in between each. Measuring 32" in overall length. Black onyx beads...
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2010s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Graduated South Sea White Pearl Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite pearl necklace features graduated South Sea white pearls that go from 8-13 millimeter. The pearls have been selected for color matching and luster matching. The color of these pearls is ivory white. The timeless elegance of a fine pearl necklace elevates your look and showcases a quiet sophistication. This classic pearl necklace...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Silver

Hakimoto 17x14 mm Rare 18K Diamond Clasp White Baroque South Sea Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Strand Necklace This majestic 20" necklace is comprised of 25 matched White South Sea cultured Baroue pearls The 18.5x12 mm clasp is with di...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Massive Faceted Quartz Crystal Beads with Gold and Onyx Spacers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very large beaded necklace consists of thirty one faceted rock crystal beads graduating from 1 inch at the center down to 3/4 inch at the rear. . Each bead in this very impress...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 10k Gold

Hakimoto 13x10 mm Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace 18K White Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Tahitian South Sea Pearl Strand Necklace 18K White Gold Weight (g): 77.3 Cultured Tahitian South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto Rare Fancy Multi Color 13.8x11 mm Tahitian Pearl with 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Rare Fancy Multi Color Tahitian South Sea Pearl 18K White Gold with Diamonds Clasp 11x13.8mm 20" and 96.1 Grams
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto 29" long Golden South Sea Baroque & Tanzanite 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $18,000 Golden South Sea Baroque Pearl and Tanzanite 18K Diamond Clasp 29" Long and 143 Grams 24 Golden South Sea Baroqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto 14x15mm Golden South Sea & Tahitian Baroque Pearl 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $25,000 Golden South Sea & Tahitian Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K Diamond Clasp 105.5 Grams 16.5" long 23 Pearls 14x15mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto 14.2x12 mm 29 Black Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace with 18K Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $30,000 29 Black 12x14.2mm Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace with 18K Diamond Clasp 16.5" Choker 84.8 Grams Fine quality...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Hakimoto 13x11 mm Fancy Multicolor White, Golden South Sea & Pink pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $28,000 33 Fancy Multicolor 11.3x13.2mm White & Golden South Sea & Pink Freshwater Neck...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto 14.5x12 mm Tahitian & Golden South Sea Pearl 18K Diamond Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $36,000 31 Black Tahitian and Golden South Sea 12x14.5mm Pearl 18K Diamond Clasp Necklace 17.5" Long 104.4 grams Slightl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

AJD Chic Modern Elegant Artistic Natural Prehnite & Jasper 20" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This Chic Unique natural translucent glowing artistic Prehnite (25 mm) enhanced with highly polished green Jasper and accented with tiny polished black Onyx is set in a 20 inch long necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Jasper, Mixed Metal

Hakimoto Important 13.5x17.5 mm Australian South Sea Pearl 33.5" Rope Necklace
Located in New York, NY
12mm Full diamond Clasp 18K White Gold High Polish Round Brilliant Colorless Diamond 57 Round South Sea Cultured Pearl 13.25-17.5 mm Total Item Weight (g): 231.5 Hue: Pink Orient: E...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Onyx Agate Diamond Multi Stone Ohm Pendant Beaded Necklace
Located in New York, NY
PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM IS CURRENTLY IN ANOTHER LOCATION. PLEASE ALLOW POSSIBLE MAXIMUM TIME FRAME OF 4-6 WEEKS TO SHIP**** Beaded necklace consists of: - 37" length - faceted black...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Agate, Ste...

HARBOR D. Opera Ombre South Sea and Tahitian Pearl Necklace Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
A lovely gorgeous opera ombre necklace featuring 73 South Sea & Tahitian pearls measuring 10.1-13.8 mm in a white gold diamond ball clasp. Pearl quality: AAA Pearl Luster: AAA Excel...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

White and Golden South Sea Tahitian Strand Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful strand of 31 multi-color pearls featuring White South Sea, Golden South Sea and Tahitian pearls measuring 13-16.5 mm with a high polish gold and diamond clasp 14K. Pear...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold

White and Golden South Sea Tahitian Baroque Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
A lovely strand of 27 multi-color baroque pearls featuring White South Sea, Golden South Sea and Tahitian pearls measuring 12-16 mm with a yellow gold diamond clasp. Quality: AAA Pea...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold

Opera Ombre South Sea White & Freshwater Pink Pearls with Diamonds 3.70 CTS 18K
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose gold graduating necklace featuring 80 ombre pearls of white South Sea and pink Freshwater measuring 8-12.6 mm with a diamonds clasp and diamond spaces weighing 3.70 carats. ...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Rose Gold

Mauboussin Turquoise, Chalcedony and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This impactful Art Deco collar necklace from 1929 is an early Art Moderne jewel by Mauboussin, a French maison daringly led by Georges and his engineer...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Chalcedony, Platinum

Clarissa Bronfman Ebony, Diamond, 14k gold, Green Onyx, Jade 'Love' Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Please note: ****EBONY LOVE PENDANT is currently on CUSTOM ORDER**** PLEASE ALLOW ESTIMATED 4 WEEKS FOR PRODUCTION WHEN PURCHASING***** PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM IS CURRENTLY IN ANOTHER LOCATION. PLEASE ALLOW POSSIBLE MAXIMUM TIME FRAME OF 4-6 WEEKS TO SHIP**** 37" green onyx and jade beaded necklace. Diamond and silver heart tumbler bead. Silver and diamond clasp allowing for interchanging of pendant/charms. Ebony, Diamond, 14k gold 'Love' pendant. As part of the signature Clarissa Bronfman Ebony Collection. Large 14k gold and diamond clasp that opens and closes. *PLEASE NOTE, THAT MODEL PHOTOS...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold, Silver

Diamonds, Emerald, Onyx, Coral Flower, Pearl, White Gold Beaded Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1990s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mixed Multi-Color Necklace Opera Lenght
Located in New York, NY
This fun,classy necklace features a mixture of Tahitian,Freshwater and South Sea Pearls.The length of the necklace is 72" The pearl size is between 7mm to 15mm White and black grey t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl

Marina J Coral, Black Spinel, and Rose Quartz Beaded Buddha Tassel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tassel strands are made of fine round graduated coral beads and draped from a large, flat, and round Middle Eastern old coral bead accented with onyx and a white gold rondelle detailed with diamonds. In between is a large oral laughing Buddha bead...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Quartz, Spinel, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

1980s Tahitian Saltwater Dyed Pearl and Gold Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
1980s Southsea Pearl Necklace Each pearl is 11 millimeter in size with the same color and shape to every stone. The clasp of the necklace has a large yellow gold bead attached to a s...
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1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl

Extra Long Pearl Necklace, 18k Yellow Gold, Pearls & Diamonds, 1960s
Located in Atlanta, GA
32 inch, extra long Pearl Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold, Pearls, Diamonds Creamy Colored Pearls with an 18k Yellow Gold, Diamond and Onyx box c...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor Natural South Sea Dyed Pearl Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Multicolor Natural South Sea Dyed Pearls This long seventy two inch strand makes it easy to layer up this necklace. Whether you desire a single long strand...
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl

Opera Length Tahitian and White Ombre Gold Tassel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
St.Ombre' S.Sea/Fw /Tahitian 11.5-15.7mm 63pcs south sea and tahitian 30" long around the neck + 6.5" the drop and tassel Opera Lenght D.1.40 ct. 18K white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Marina J White Pearl Coral Onyx Silver Bead Necklace & Tassel with Coral Buddha
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sautoir necklace is composed of a long strand of graduated white pearls (2 mm-6 mm), coral, onyx, and sterling silver (rhodium plated) beads. At the center of the piece is a laughing coral Buddha...
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Superb Pink Pearl Ombre Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Size 13-15mm Nature South Sea/Freshwater Cultured Pearl Pearl Quality AA Pearl Shape Round Luster AA, Excellent Nacre Very Thick Jewelry Style Necklace 18K Pave Diamond Clasp ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Stunning Pearl Ombre Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Size 12-14mm Nature South Sea/Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pearl Quality AA Pearl Shape Round Luster AA, Excellent Nacre Very Thick Jewelry Style Necklace 14 K Scattered Diamond C...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold

Multi-Color South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ball Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This amazing Necklace feature: South Sea Cultured Multi color Necklace approximate size 10.5mm to 14.5mm Pearl Count: 32pcs. Pearl Quality: AA Pearl Luster: AA Diamond Balls: 7 cts T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k 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.

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