Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Coral
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1950s American Native American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Coral
1950s European Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Coral, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Coral, Cultured Pearl, Rock Crystal, Tiger's Eye, Topaz, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Unknown Artist Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
1950s American Native American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Onyx, White Diamond, D...
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
1880s English Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Renaissance Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, Natural Pearl, Black Pearl, Pearl, Diamo...
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, ...
2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold, Sterling Silver
1940s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, White Gold, Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, ...
2010s Thai Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, White Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, 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.