Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Other, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Sterling Silver
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Japanese Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yell...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate, Enamel
2010s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Kunzite, Quartz
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
1990s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
Mid-20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Bronze
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Pyrite, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver Plate
1950s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century German Retro Beaded Necklaces
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
20th Century Russian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
1970s Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Opal, Peridot, Apatite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Moonstone, Peridot, Fluorite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Opal, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Opal, Pearl, Rainbow Moonstone, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Quartz
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, 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.