Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled
Mid-20th Century Czech Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
Early 2000s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1980s French Baroque Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Quartz
Early 2000s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Polynesian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold
1990s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral
1960s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
1950s European Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
1980s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century Baltic Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
1970s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Bronze, Enamel
1950s Moroccan Egyptian Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1950s French Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Spinel, Black Spinel
1910s Edwardian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Platinum
1970s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Silver
1980s Hong Kong Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
1990s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Bronze
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian, Onyx, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century German Late Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Silver
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1920s American Baroque Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Baltic Beaded Necklaces
Amber
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Coral, Silver Plate
1980s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 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.
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