Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
20th Century French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
1970s Southeast Asian Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
2010s Israeli Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other
1920s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Garnet
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold-filled, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Labradorite, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
2010s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst
1890s Belle Époque Antique Beaded Necklaces
Silver
19th Century Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Silver
Early 2000s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Moonstone, Tiger's Eye, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k ...
1970s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Hematite, Peridot, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold...
1970s French Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1920s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
1950s American Modernist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Beaded Necklaces
Jade
1930s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Silver
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Other, 10k Gold, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Chinese Modern Beaded Necklaces
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.