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Beaded Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Coral
Gemstone: Iolite
AJD Simple Elegant Strand of Natural Bamboo Coral & Real Smoky Quartz Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This creamy white natural Bamboo Coral Necklace is 18 inches long. It is highly polished and is enhanced by glistening rondels of natural Smoky Quartz gemstones. This lovely casual...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Quartz, Gold Plate

Graduated White Coral Necklace
Located in New York, NY
These White Coral beads were purchased as part of an estate before being made into this classic 24 inch graduated hand strung White Coral Necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, White Diamond

Vintage Salmon Coral Bead Double Strand Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
An elegant vintage salmon coral bead necklace. Features two strands of coral beads, fastened with a luxurious 14K yellow gold clasp, with a ...
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20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angel Skin Carved Coral Bead Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Angel skin coral and carved coral bead yellow gold necklace circa 1960. The facts you want to know are listed below. Read on. It is all remarkably...
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1960s Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

AJD Dramatic Natural Double Strand Red Bamboo Coral Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
These real very red natural Bamboo Coral in this 17 1/2 inch long necklace are enhanced with glowing gold plated gemcut rondel spacers. The larger Coral are approximately 24mm x 18m...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold Plate

COLLECTORS ITEM: Multistrand Coral Junks & Turquoise Nuggets & Red Scallop Shell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
What makes this vintage Helga Wagner necklace particularly special is its rarity. Coral jewelry has become increasingly scarce due to restrictions on international trade. While it re...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Mixed Metal

Angel skin Coral Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Angel Skin Coral clasp
Located in New York, NY
A Gorgeous, 16-inch angel skin coral necklace with 14karat yellow gold and cabochon Angel Skin Coral clasp. Each bead measures 9.30 MM all evenly matched for color, luster and size. ...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Coral Momo Coral necklace-25" Hand carved Japanese pink/peach color coral
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, hand carved, Japanese pink/peach color Momo cor25-inch necklace. Each coral is exquisitely carved and pierced and strung on pink silk attached to a gold-plated silver cl...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold Plate, Silver

Double Row Momo Coral Necklace w Carved Ivory Centerpiece
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent signed ivory Netsuke of a peony, highly collectible, by famed ivory carver Shozan/Matsuyam in the late 19th Century- Meiji period, on a 2-row necklace of extremely fin...
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19th Century Unknown Contemporary Antique Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

ANGEL SKIN CORAL NECKLACE - Vintage Japanese angel skin coral 32" knotted
Located in New York, NY
VERY RARE- Gorgeous high quality, vintage Japanese angel skin coral 32-inch continuous hand knotted necklace with 62 beautiful, extra-large l 12.5 MM round beads in the same size and...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Other

Black Coral necklace - 26.5 inches Natural Black Coral Graduated Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic and rare natural black coral graduated bead necklace. The length is 26 ½ inches and the beads range from 9MM to 16.55MM. The round beads which show a variegated vivid black...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Other

AJD Ode to Red, White, and Blue 32 Inch Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
32 Inch patriotic necklace of white bamboo coral nuggets, chips of polished red bamboo coral, and squares of polished blue lapis lazuli. How much more patriotic can you be? This un...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Mixed Metal

Natural Coral 18 Kt Gold Designer Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This marvelous 1980 circa Italian necklace is of chic design and beautifully made A large centerpiece of 3 cm. including the gold frame made of the finest flawless quality natural Co...
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

Mid 20th Century Chinese Jade and Carved Coral Bead Necklace With Silver Flower
Located in Miami Beach, FL
25" Long jade and coral necklace featuring 2 tubular coral pieces with Asian carvings. The carved pieces are strung with 12 mm dark green jade beads and 8 - 6mm coral beads. The ne...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Jade, Silver

AJD 24 Inch Rich Red Bamboo Coral Statement Necklace with Fluted Accents
Located in Raleigh, NC
24 Inches of gorgeous red bamboo coral starting with two fantastic focals and fluted silver tone accents throughout the necklace. This unique necklace is secured with a detailed sil...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Silver Plate

Vintage 17" Multi Strand Coral Bead Necklace w/ 14k Gold Colored Stone Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (10) Natural Genuine Multi Gemstones - Round - Prong Set - Red, Blue, Green, Pink & Turquoise Colors Numerous Natural Genuine Corals - Round Bead Shape - Light Angel S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

AJD Keshi Pearl and Blue Iolite Briolette Necklace June Birthstone
Located in Raleigh, NC
Own the jewelry you wish for Custom made Blue Iolite Briolettes in threes accented with glowing white Keshi Pearls necklace. This unique necklace creates a sensation, the iolites are big and bright. Iolite is a trichroic gemstone. It will look blue, silver, or yellow depending on the direction, how nifty is that! The pearls are glowing and separated from the blue Iolites with sparkling silver accents. This 21 inch necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Iolite, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver

1970s Diamond Coral Onyx 18K Gold Tassel Statement Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning vintage statement necklace, a testament to the luxurious aesthetics of the 1970s era. Crafted with lavish Diamond, Coral, and Onyx in 18K yellow gold a Statement Necklace. A...
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1970s Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Coral, jade, rock crystal and black onyx sautoir
Located in New Orleans, LA
Striking combination of natural red Sardinian coral with stations of luminous green jade round beads flanked with round black onyx beads and faceted tubes of rock crystal. Suspended ...
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2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Jade, Onyx, Rock Crystal

Art Deco Double Strand Natural Red Coral Necklace Gold Clasp
Located in Napoli, IT
Charming antique Art Deco period double strand Coral necklace 1920 circa Italian Mediterranean origin Comprising two strands of natural untreated –...
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold

Sardinian Coral Aquamarine Turquoise Kyanite Sapphire Necklace, Lynn K Designs
Located in San Jose, CA
A striking combination of undyed, ox blood red Sardinian coral cylindrical beads with stations of large oval aquamarine faceted beads flanked with hessonite garnet, Sleeping Beauty t...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Coral, Sapphire, Turquoise, Kyanite, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Go...

Native American Necklace Silver Deer Bone & Antler with Turquoise Coral Shell
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American Metal Content: Guaranteed Sterling Silver as tested Stone Information: Genuine Turquoise - Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Genuine Shell - Genuine Coral - Materi...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Silver

Vintage Graduating Genuine Red Coral Bead Strand Necklace Circa 1950s
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
A lovely vintage Coral necklace displaying dark red to medium red tones C1950s. The necklace features 16 uniform beads at the front which then graduate to alternating large and sma...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral

Marina J. American Flag Woven Pearl, Coral, & Lapis Necklace with 14K Yellow G.
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

Materials

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

Antique Angel Skin Coral Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Clothes, and especially jewelry, affect our mood. By wearing an antique coral necklace and white pants, you agree in advance that today is not the time to worry about anything. Thi...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 10k Gold

Charms, Coral and Silver Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Custom Made Necklace by Famous Moroccan Jeweler Chez Faouzi of Marrakech. A Double Stranded 30.5" This fabulous necklace that was custom made for Angie Tyner during her travels t...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Silver

Coral, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Torchon 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 TO ITEMS WITH FIX PRICE, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful torchon necklace...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Coral and Freshwater Pearl Necklace with Vintage Porcelain Cameo Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 18.5 inches (47cm). The size of rare large beads is 20 mm. The beads have a delightfully saturated, uniform denim color. Authentic, natural color. Only ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

LB offers a tribal amber, coral, Tibetan silver, resin, and wood necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a tribal style, one of a kind, handmade, tribal style casual necklace. A selection of Chinese red coral, amber, resin, Tibet...
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Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Coral, Silver Plate

Vintage 4-Strand Beaded Orange Red Coral 925 Sterling Silver Choker Necklace
Located in Sausalito, CA
An elegant choker necklace, crafted with 4-strands of alternating vibrant orangish-red coral beads and sparkling faceted clear glass beads, each varying in size for added allure. Set...
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20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Vintage Necklace Yellow Gold Natural Coral Drops by Hancocks 1920
Located in Berlin, DE
A Masterpiece of Jewelry Art by Hancocks, London! The deep orange-red natural coral drops are each set in yellow intricately decorated gold caps mounted on golden balls which are con...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold

Vintage Aldo Cipullo Cartier 18k Gold Coral Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Aldo Cipullo, renowned for his innovative designs, crafted this exquisite necklace for Cartier in 1972. Bearing the distinguished markings "Cartier 18k" and "Aldo Cipullo 1972," the ...
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1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

White Gold Branch Coral Graduated Strand Necklace 25" - 14k Beach Ocean
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Branch Coral Style: Graduated Strand Fastening Type: Fishhook Clasp Theme: Beach Ocean Measurements Length: 25" Front Width...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Coral Flower Necklace 18 Karat Gold Hand Carved Coral Beads and Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a magnificent and very rare Antique Victorian - Art Deco Coral Necklace of graduated hand carved Coral Beads with Forget Me Not Flow...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Ox Blood Coral Bead Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This antique Victorian era Mediterranean coral necklace is lively with old world charm and retro Hollywood glam. 44 natural ox blood coral beads a...
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Early 1900s Italian Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers a Dramatic French Bakelite and Red Coral Stunning necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers Dramatic, French 80’s Bakelite and Chinese Red Coral , one of a kind, handmade necklace. Sterling Silver spacer beads and l...
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Late 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Handmade ~ Sterling Silver .925 Beige Barrel Coral Salmon Beaded 36" Necklace #9
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This stunning 36" handmade necklace features beautiful round coral beads in a lovely salmon shade, accented with beige barrel beads. The necklace is made of high-quality 925 sterling...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Sterling Silver

Handmade ~ Sterling Silver .925 Beige Barrel Coral & Black Beaded 28" Necklace
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This beautiful handmade necklace is crafted from high-quality sterling silver (.925) and features a gorgeous beige barrel coral beads. The necklace is adorned with black beaded accen...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Sterling Silver

Cartier Coral Diamond Necklace and Bracelet Suite
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's Coral Diamond Necklace and Bracelet Suite stands as a testament to refined elegance and sophisticated design. This exquisite ensemble ...
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Handmade ~ Sterling Silver .925 Beige Barrel Coral Beaded 26" Necklace #94
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Upgrade your jewelry collection with this stunning Handmade Sterling Silver Beige Barrel Coral Beaded Necklace. The 26-inch necklace is beautifully crafted with a heart shape lobster...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Sterling Silver

Handmade ~ Sterling Silver .925 Beige Barrel Coral Turquoise Beaded 35" Necklace
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This stunning beaded necklace is a one-of-a-kind piece of handmade jewelry. Crafted from high-quality sterling silver .925, it features lovely beige barrel beads interwoven with cora...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Multi-Strand Beaded Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Native American Navajo Indian four strand choker necklace. Featuring interspersed stones of turquoise, coral, purple and orange spiny oyster, and lapis. All beads are of different si...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Mediterranean Natural Dusty Pinkish Red Coral 18K 18ct 750 Gold Necklace
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Fine & Rare Orangey Red Coral Bead Necklace Composed of 53 natural coral beads of approximately 4.2 to 13 mm., of stunning red to orangey red colour completed by a clasp set wit...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Single Strand Coral Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage coral single strand necklace. The necklace features graduating coral beads with a 9ct yellow gold bolt ring clasp. Condition: ...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Materials

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

Antique 2-Row Red Coral Necklace with 14 Karat Yellow Filigree Golden Clasp
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique 2-row genuine red coral (Corallium Rubrum*) graduated beads necklace with 14 karat yellow gold filigree closure. The necklace was made in the Netherlands in the early 1900s. The necklace has a middle length and optionally it could be worn as a single strand. The coral beads have a round shape and they display some natural irregularities regarding the shape, the color, and the surface, please see the pictures for details. The golden closure is not stamped with any gold content mark, but it was tested for the gold content and the test was positive for the 14 karat gold. The necklace could be a great present idea for anybody who appreciates timeless beauty of antique coral jewelry...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold

Dutch Antique Single Strand Genuine Red Coral Graduated Beads Necklace
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique one strand genuine red coral (Corallium Rubrum*) necklace with a 14 karat yellow gold lock. The beads are graduated and each bead is individually strung on a silk. The necklace was made at the beginning of the 20th century in the Netherlands, and the backside of the closure is marked with an oak leaf that is an antique Dutch mark for the 14 karat /585 gold content. The closure was also tested positively for 14 karat/585 gold content. The necklace could be a great present idea for anybody who fancy timeless beauty of antique coral jewelry...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold

Vintage Coral Beads , 21 karat gold amulet , 18 karat gold beads Necklace
Located in Jerusalem, IL
This Necklace which is created in our Jerusalem workshop is composed of many various sizes and shapes of Coral beads coming from different origins. There are beads from Yemen , Afgh...
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2010s Israeli Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Gold

Handmade ~ Gold Beads & Salmon Barrel Shape Coral Beaded 24" Toggle Necklace C52
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Handmade ~ Gold Beads & Salmon Barrel Shape Coral Beaded 24" Toggle Necklace C52 Beads approximately 1/2" wide but vary Coral represents happiness and joy and gives the person the ...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Gold Plate

Antique Two Strand Red Coral Necklace with a 14 Karat Rose Gold Barrel Lock
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique two strand red coral necklace with a 14 karat rose gold barrel lock and a safety lock chain. The necklace was made at the beginning of the 20th century in the Netherlands, and it is marked with an oak leaf that is an antique Dutch mark for the 14 karat /585 gold content. The closure was also tested positive for 14 karat/585 gold content. The necklace could be a great present idea for anybody who fancy timeless beauty of antique coral jewelry...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Rose Gold

Antique Dutch 3-Row Red Coral Necklace Choker with Filigree 14 Karat Gold Clasp
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique 3-row natural red coral (Corallium Rubrum*) choker necklace with round filigree 14 karat yellow clasp, from ca. 1945, the Netherlands. The beads have a round and regular ...
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20th Century Dutch Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold

LB offers a handmade, one of a kind, Venetian bead and coral necklace with brass
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a handmade, one of a kind, Venetian bead and Chinese coral necklace. The center piece Venetian bead was handmade in Mur...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Sterling Silver, Brass

Antique Dutch Genuine Red Coral Necklace with a Brass Barrel Lock
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique one strand, very long, genuine red coral (Corallium Rubrum*) bead necklace with a brass barrel lock. The necklace was made at the beginning of the 20th century in the Netherlands. The coral beads are not dyed and the necklace was professionally tested for the authenticity. The necklace could be a great present idea for anybody who fancy timeless beauty of antique coral jewelry...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Brass

Chinese Antique Art Nouveau Coral and Kingfisher Tian-Tsui Necklace
Located in Southbury, CT
This strikingly unique Chinese Antique coral necklace from the Art Nouveau-era is an elegant and impressive example of the Chinese art form known as tian-tsui. Tian-tsui refers to ...
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Early 1900s Chinese Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Silver

House of Sol White Coral and Black Howlite Necklace with HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- This set features two distinct necklaces, one with white small corals and the other with Black Howlite, offering versatility to mix and match for varied styling options. - The Whit...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Pink Coral and Blue Howlite Necklace with HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- This set features two distinct necklaces, one with pink corals and the other with Blue Howlite, offering versatility to mix and match for varied styling options. - The White Coral ...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

House of Sol Red Coral and Blue Howlite Necklace with HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- This set features two distinct necklaces, one with red corals and the other with Blue Howlite, offering versatility to mix and match for varied styling options. - The White Coral r...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold, Sterling Silver

House of Sol White Coral and Brown Howlite Necklace with HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
- This set features two distinct necklaces, one with white small corals and the other with Brown Howlite, offering versatility to mix and match for varied styling options. - The Whit...
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2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

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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