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Beaded Necklaces For Sale
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Necklace 18 Karat Gold Rubellite Natural Pearl Diamonds Enamel Vicente Gracia
Located in Valencia, ES
Necklace 18 Karat Gold Rubellite Natural Pearl Diamonds Enamel Necklace in 18k yellow gold, natural pearls, reconstituted rubellites engraved with Arabic calligraphy glyptic and ant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

302.00 Carat Pear Peridot Citrine Briolette Bead Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Pear peridot and citrine green and yellow briolette bead gold necklace. The 200 graduated briolette beads boasts a harmonious blend of vibrant yellow and green peridot and citrine ge...
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1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Citrine, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Rosary Necklace, Catholic Rosary for Church All Sterling
Located in Austin, TX
Catholic Rosary Necklace in Sterling Silver (92.5% pure silver). This necklace is your perfect prayer and it can be worn around your neck. There is a g...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

1970s Hand-Strung Sea Foam Ombre Lucite & Vintage Crystal Necklace
Located in Maywood, NJ
The start of plastic jewellery was seen in the middle of the 19th century and it became very popular in the 1920's and 30's. Celluloid was the first quality of plastics which was used, then followed Bakelite and Catalin. The invention of Bakelite took place in 1909. Sometime later Catalin was produced. Catalin was easy for mass production and at the same time affordable. Du Pont is the pioneer in the field of Lucite and made it popular in the 1930’s as an alternative to Bakelite which was an expensive grade of plastic. Because of its versatility it became a popular choice for costume jewellery and became even more popular in 1950s for its Jelly Belly Jewellery...
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1970s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Base Metal

Beaded Necklaces with Peach Moonstone, Gold and Bakelite
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover our collection of moonstone, gold and bakelite pearl necklaces by Mesure et Art du Temps. These French pearl necklaces come with a magnificent...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Oval Shaped Blue Sapphire Necklace in 18K White Gold with Diamonds
Located in Houston, TX
Blue Sapphire Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut sapphire pieces and diamonds. Accessorize your look with this elegant blue sapphire beaded necklace. This stunning piece of j...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Gold lock with diamonds on an pearl bead chain 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolour gold clasp with single cut diamond, total 0.10 carat F/G VS/SI, on 7 rows of pearl necklaces - 40 cm Detailed description the length of the pearl necklace is approxima...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

CHANEL gold-tone 2014 14V CAMELLIA CRYSTAL & PEARL CHAIN Necklace
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel chain necklace in gold-tone metal with crystal and faux pearl encrusted Camellia pendant. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. 2014 Continuous Collect...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

French 20th Century Jade Sodalite Beads 18 Karat Rose Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace made of falling jade jadeite beads interspersed with sodalite beads. The rectangular clasp is made of 18 karat rose gold with an eagle's head hallmark. It is ratcheted and set at the top with a cabochon-cut jade jadeite plate...
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20th Century French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Genuine Garnet Bead Necklace 14 Kt Yellow Gold Plated Lobster
Located in New York, NY
6.5 MM Genuine Polished Smooth Garnet Bead Necklace 18" Long 14 Kt Yellow Gold Plated Lobster Clasp There are 64 Beads 14 Karat gold Plated...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Vintage Polish Polished Amber Bead Necklace
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage polished Polish amber bead necklace with a hidden barrel clasp. This beautiful graduated strand is from the 1930s and measures 24" long. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Amber

Chaumet Amethyst Diamond 18k Gold Vintage Set Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular vintage set by Chaumet, made of 18k gold, featuring amethyst and diamond. The set consists of a beaded necklace and a pair of earrings. The necklace has an intricate d...
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1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Statement Light Blue Glass Beads Crochet Necklace Light Golden Thread
Located in Kfar Sava, IL
Beautiful, intricate, one of a kind, statement necklace. It is hand crochet with Light golden smooth passing thread and Light Blue Glass seed beads....
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Artisan Beaded Necklaces

AJD 32 Inch Gorgeous Fresh Water Pearl Necklace in Multi Colors
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous and elegant 32-inch freshwater pearl necklace in shades of gold, mauve, and gray. This unique 8-10mm pearl necklace is luscious. The glowing pearls are a delight to wear. ...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

1970s Matte Robin's Egg Blue Turquoise Oval Bead Necklace
Located in Maywood, NJ
The pastel shades of turquoise have endeared it to many great cultures of antiquity: it has adorned the rulers of Ancient Egypt, the Aztecs (and possibly other Pre-Columbian Mesoamer...
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1970s Southeast Asian Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise

Vintage YSL Black Cabochon & Crystal Rivière Necklace 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage YSL Cabochon Necklace. A seriously stylish riviere necklace design embellished with dramatic black cabochons and accented with chaton c...
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1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Elegant 14K Yellow Gold Necklace with Amethyst Beads & Spacers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our magnificent 14K Yellow Gold Necklace, adorned with lustrous Amethyst Beads and Gold Spacers, presenting a perfect blend of luxury and mystique. Spanning a generous le...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

105 Carat Natural Sapphire Bead Two-Strand Necklace Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Natural approximately 105 Ct Natural Sapphire Bead double Strand Necklace sterling silver adjustable clasp All natural beads , no color enhancement 14"- 16" long 2 layers of Nat...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Golden Thread Crochet Necklace Light Blue Glass Beads
Located in Kfar Sava, IL
One of a kind hand crochet necklace. This necklace was crochet around a metal wire to help keep the round shape. I incorporated many light blue glass ...
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2010s Israeli Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Other

Antique 14K Gold Beeswax Amber Bead Necklace
Located in Flushing, NY
Antique 14K Gold Beeswax Amber Bead Necklace Antique Strand of Graduating Beeswax Amber beads with a 14K Gold clasp. Circa: 1920 Approximate Dimensions: 41.28 cm (Clasped/Doubled ...
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1920s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Amber, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Natural Garnet Cluster Station Bead Strand
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Beautiful polished garnet bead cluster station continuous necklace from the 1970s. The beads have the rich color of red grapes and shine in appeali...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Garnet

Amethyst Heart Briolettes Bib Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an amethyst heart briolettes bib necklace. It was created with up to 18mm faceted transparent pink amethyst heart briolettes, 8 mm smooth opaque amethyst beads and 2 mm facet...
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold-filled, Rose Gold

CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Coin & Faux Pearl Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone chain necklace featuring antique like coins and faux pearls. Spring clasp closure. Embossed CHANEL Made in France. Indicative me...
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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Marina J. Pearl Woven Necklace with 14k Yellow Gold Faceted Findings & Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Pearl Woven necklace adorned by 14k Yellow Gold Plated - Silver Faceted beads. Three strands of Pearls, graduating in size, are woven together into a soft Lace design, inspi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver

Chanel CC Large Drop Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2083 Date Approx. 2013 Model CC Weight 12.5 g Length 6.4 cm Width 2.8 cm Condition Excellent Other Info Metal Gold Plated Comes with Chanel Box / Dandelion Antiques Guarantee ...
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2010s French Beaded Necklaces

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Gold Plate

LB offers an Art Deco style vintage cigarette holder, onyx, Sterling, necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a one of a kind, handmade, Art Deco style vintage cigarette holder necklace. The combination of faceted black onyx, labradorite, ca...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, Labradorite, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

Modern Cultured Pearls Opals 18 Karat White Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume Creation. Necklace of pearly white oriental cultured pearls, separated by flat, faceted opal beads. The clasp is in 18 Karat white gold, eagle-head hallmark, ratchet with safety chain. It is rectangular with cut sides and set with rose-cut diamonds. Length : 45 cm approximately, diameter of the pearls : from 4/4,5 to 7/7,5 mm approximately. Total weight of the jewel : 16,8 g approximately. Modern jewel. Jewel created from a 1930s pearl necklace...
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2010s French Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

High Lustrous South Sea Peacock Tone Pearl Diamond Strand Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This very high quality lustrous South Sea peacock pearl and diamond strand necklace, weighs 80 grams and measures 19 inches long. Com...
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1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Ruby 18k Gold Beaded Choker Necklace Wedding Anniversary Christmas Gift
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and 18K gold beaded handmade choker necklace. Nicely faceted ruby beads are sparsely speckled by round bead spacers in recycled 18k gold. A handmade clasp with a bezel set r...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gorgeous Vintage Adjustable Natural Carnelian Round Bead Necklace
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Beautiful vintage natural carnelian round bead necklace. This necklace is continuous with no clasp and finished with a sliding square knot design. This allows the necklace to be exte...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian

Antique Chinese Intense Purple Amethyst Pendant Graduating Beaded Necklace 24"
Located in Richmond, CA
This late 19c to early 20c carved intense purple amethyst gemstone beaded necklace is comprised of a large, well carved amethyst double gourd pendant, and graduating amethyst beads f...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst

Antique Belle Époque Long Guard Chain Silver Muff Chain Chrysoprase Beads
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant long guard chain is made was crerated towards the end of the 19th century. from long narrow oval links joined by smaller oval links. Ten pebbles made out of chrysoprase...
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1890s Belle Époque Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Silver

GIA Emerald Necklace Platinum 18K Antique Diamond Old Mine Huge 105.65 Carats!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents.... LUXURY. GIA Certified RARE PLATINUM 105.65 CARATS EMERALD DIAMOND NECKLACE AND BOX! Vintage Natural 1800s Ru...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

Uno de 50 All Balls Silver Plated Necklace #12790
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Silver plated "All Balls" necklace by Uno de 50. This large and substantial piece is handmade in Spain featuring moon crater beads joined with a tube and 2 ...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Silver

Chiampesan Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Chunky Bead Link Necklace
Located in Newton, MA
This statement 18K yellow gold solid chunky bead link necklace is Italian made and signed by Chiampesan, offered by Alex & Co. This unique necklace is designed with interlocking bead...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Vendome Jewels of the Sea Pearl & Crystal Parure 1940s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Vendome Jewels of the Sea Beaded Necklace, bracelet and earrings. Delightful, delicate pearl and crystal hues combine for a the prettiest of parure...
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1940s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Russian Emerald Pendant on a Double Strand Emerald Paradizia Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description The amazing feature of this necklace is its ability to adapt to an afternoon romp about town or to an evening of ritz and glamour. The natural untreated 88 carats of perfectly strung faceted and sparkling Emeralds hosts a magnificent 25 carat Russian Emerald pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Chanel Rare Gold CC Pastel Blue Pink Flower Pearl Necklace
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Gold CC Pastel Blue Pink Flower Pearl Necklace *Marked 18 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original box and pouch - It is approximately 62" long. The largest flower penda...
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Tiny Labradorite Gold Beaded Necklace Shiny Grey Choker
Located in Westport, CT
This delicate Tiny Labradorite Gold Beaded Necklace is a perfect addition to any jewelry collection. The Shiny Grey Choker is made with high-quality gold beads and features a stunnin...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Labradorite, Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Pink Jadeite CZ Heart Enhancer Bead Necklace #12823
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver pink jadelite and CZ heart enhancer with pink jadelite bead necklace by Judith Ripka Designer piece featuring pink jadelite bead station chain with CZ accent textur...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

"Costis" Snail Shell Black Pearls Necklace with Watch-Like Clasp
Located in Athens, GR
"Costis" Snail Shell Black Pearls Necklace with Watch-Like Clasp This necklace features an exquisite strand of black pearls and a 18K Yellow Gold special clasp which opens up as old...
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2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Tigers Eye Polki Diamond Gold Rainbow Moonstone Carmen Rosary
Located in New York, NY
Our signature "Carmen" Rosary Necklaces are versatile pieces that can be worn for various occasions. They hold 2 pendants. They can be wrapped around or worn as a single long necklac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Hematite, Moonstone, Tiger's Eye, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k ...

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Passementerie Necklace SS 1977
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Passementerie Necklace , Haute Couture Spring Summer 1977 Spanish Collection. Composed of large and small silk sateen white and black beads and bright shocking pi...
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1970s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Clarissa Bronfman Poki Diamond Bone Ruby Peridot Citrine Ebony Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This signature bone rosary pendant necklace is a delightful accessory to brighten up any outfit, whether casual or formal. Beaded rosary necklace consists of: - 35" length total - g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Hematite, Peridot, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold...

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Galalith Collar Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
1970s bakelite necklace from none other than Guillemette L'Hoir Paris- designer of avant-garde art inspired jewelry made from Galalith. This piece is made out of various shades of Ga...
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1970s French Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

French Jet and Clear Beaded Necklace with Oval Pendant and Tassel circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous long faceted french jet and clear beaded necklace, with an oval french jet and paste stone pendant, and ornate long beaded tassel. The necklace closes with a barrel clasp. ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces

AJD 25 Inch Glowing Lilac Amethyst Necklace February Birthstone!
Located in Raleigh, NC
February Birthstone! What a great gift for the February Baby. This 25-inch necklace is glowing translucent lilac amethyst. The necklace is smooth highly polished 12 mm beads. It i...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

Vendome Aurora Crystal Beaded Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vendome Aurora Crystal Beaded Necklace from the 1950's. Vari shaped faceted topaz aurora beads are hand beaded in scalloped form. Length 14"-17". .65" wide. 1950's USA. Signed on cla...
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Marina J. Woven Pearl, Coral, & Lapis American Flag Necklace with 14K Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This American flag woven pearl, coral, and lapis lazuli, the necklace is designed by Marina J for your 4th of July festivities. Woven together are 2.5-3 mm beads of pearls, coral, and lapis lazuli to create this marvelous and patriotic American flag necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 19c Chinese Russet Jade Carved Concentric Bi Disc Pendant Necklace 18"
Located in Richmond, CA
This 19th-century Chinese russet jade bi-disc pendant is a stunning piece of jewelry that beautifully encapsulates the rich heritage and artistry of traditional Chinese craftsmanship...
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19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Jade

Convertible diamond necklace/bracelet, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
Convertible diamond necklace/bracelet. Set with twenty-five cushion shape old mine diamonds in open back rubover settings with a combined ...
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1930s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels 16 motifs Magic Alhambra tiger eye and carnelian
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k yellow gold necklace 16 motifs alhambra from the Magic Alhambra collection. The necklace comprises of 16 iconic 4 leaf clover motifs alternating in size, set w...
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2010s Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian

AJD Gorgeous Natural Blue Calsite & Black Onyx 20.5" Dramatic Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This highly polished big round natural blue Magnesites -calcite - (approximately 20mm) - are enhanced with natural highly polished real sparkling Black Onyx rondels (approximately 10...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Onyx, Silver

Tiffany & Co Gold Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a charming 18k yellow gold bead necklace by Tiffany & Co. The necklace has a tapering width from 8mm to 15mm and measures 16 1/4 inches in length. The necklace is signed K18 ...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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18k Gold

Lapis Lazuli Gold Beaded Necklace II- Lapis Link Necklace by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Lapis Lazuli Beads and Gold Plated Brass Beads, inspired by Salvador Dali's Famous Painting "Madrid". 16" Total Length, + 1.5" Extension Lapis Lazuli B...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, Gold

AJD 27 Inch Sparkling Lilac Amethyst Necklace Fabulous February Birthstone Gift
Located in Raleigh, NC
27-inch sparkling lilac amethyst necklace with goldy lava accents and toggle clasp. This necklace sparkles and pops as the faceted amethyst rondelles catch the light as well as the ...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Other, 10k Gold, Mixed Metal

Chanel Beaded Marble Flower Belt Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Beaded Marble Flower Belt Necklace in excellent condition. Black, gray, pearl and metal beads with gunmetal chain. gray, black and white glitter marble flower emblem with gunm...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Gump's Jade Necklace, circa 1960s
Located in Southbury, CT
The luminous untreated jadeite jade beads that compose this 20" necklace are so faintly light green, that they appear white. Well, but not white; not really, because they are far too fascinating to be merely white like a piece of paper or a sheet. It is as if an apparition has assumed bead form and settled around the neck. These gorgeous, succulent beads seem filled with a reserve of light they have gathered during the day in order to release back into the night like a whisper. If you like pearls but wish for something denser, more grounded in the material world, these may be for you. They do look like pearls from a distance, a pristine strand of vintage cultured Akoya pearls. But then, up close, what are they? White sapphires? What could they be? Most people, of course, have no idea jade is anything other than green. The individual beads measure approximately 8.5mm for a clean, unified presentation around the neck. I am a second-generation collector of jade and have loved Gump's jade jewelry all my life. Gump's was an iconic San Francisco department store that was founded in the 19th century and awed the world with their remarkable and unique pieces until 2005 when they were sold. Gump's never used any dyed or treated jade in any of their jewelry, so they remain one of very few brands that you never need to have tested; vintage Gump...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, 14k 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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