Beaded Necklaces
1960s Australian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Plat...
1970s Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral
1860s British Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
20th Century German Retro Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Russian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Sterling Silver
Early 1800s Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Gold
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Italian Late Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
1890s European Late Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
1990s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
19th Century European Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 10k Gold
Early 20th Century German Late Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian, Onyx, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1970s Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, Amethyst, 14k...
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold, 18k Gold
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s English Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Enamel, Steel
Early 1900s Italian Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral
19th Century Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amber
1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian
20th Century Dutch Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
1940s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass
20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Retro Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, White Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Australian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Late 20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Russian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Malachite
1940s American Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Japanese Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
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.