Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
1950s Moroccan Egyptian Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
1920s American Baroque Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s American Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil
2010s American Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Turquoise, Brass
2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
20th Century Pakistani Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold
1980s European Etruscan Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century Etruscan Revival Antique Beaded Necklaces
Gold
Mid-20th Century American Baroque Revival Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Gothic Revival Beaded Necklaces
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Renaissance Revival Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Crystal, Vermeil, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Revival Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Chinese Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Greek Revival Beaded Necklaces
1970s French Byzantine Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gilt Metal
20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold
1880s British Revival Antique Beaded Necklaces
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century English Etruscan Revival Antique Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Russian Russian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Amber
2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Baroque Revival Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Turquoise
1990s Baroque Revival Beaded Necklaces
Brown Diamond, Onyx
1980s Dutch Renaissance Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces
1980s French Baroque Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
1980s French Baroque Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
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.