Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Jade
1980s Anglo-Indian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Coral, Silver Plate
2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise
2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
1950s American Anglo-Indian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Cut Steel
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold
1970s French Byzantine Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gilt Metal
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Spinel
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Morganite
2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Spinel
2010s Hong Kong Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Brass
1930s French Anglo-Indian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Italian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 9k Gold
Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Dutch Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Indian Anglo-Indian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Tibetan Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Base Metal, Brass
2010s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gilt Metal
2010s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century French Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
1950s American Anglo-Indian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal, Rhodium
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Spinel
2010s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
2010s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1980s French Byzantine Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Bronze
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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