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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
Victorian Coral Graduated Toggle Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Victorian Coral Graduated Toggle Necklace composed of hundreds of hand carved coral beads in the shape of barbells which form a "bead" rope of ...
Category
Antique 1890s Italian Late Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
10k Gold
A.Jeschel Pearl necklace with a statement jade pendant.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
The foo dog pendant hangs from a Baroque Pearl double strand with a pair of carved tobacco balls and coin pearl. The familiar imperial Foo dog Chinese architectural o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Five Strand Jet Beaded Choker w Crystal Medallion By Jean-Louise Scherrer, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Measures 14" in length with additional 3" extender chain
- Medallion measures 2" x 2.3"
- Gold plated
- Faceted Jet beads
- Pro...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Lustrous Pearls between Blue Topaz teardrops necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Single strand 6mm Pearls hand-knotted between Blue Topaz teardrops necklace.
The necklace supports a Barbara Garwood Blue topaz, Pear...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Blue Topaz, Pearl, Topaz, Vermeil
Pink Green Purple Glass Beads Faux Pearl Filigree Collar Necklace circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous detailed glass bead and faux pearl collar necklace. The glass beads are faceted pink beads, round green beads, purple flat beads, and faux pearl beads. They are attached to ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
A.Jeschel Massive rich hammered Rock Crystal Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Massive rich hammered Rock crystal p separated by lustrous 18mm Freshwater Pearls make a brilliant statement. The clasp is Drusy s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Druzy, Vermeil
AJD PinkyPurple Amethyst Colored Coin Pearls & Rose of France 19" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Bright glamorous pinky purple wonderfully unevenly shaped unique artistic Coin Pearls (approximately 20 mm) enhanced with small pink Rose of France Amethysts set with a goldy tone ho...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Amethyst, Mixed Metal
Miriam Haskell vintage long pearl Necklace 1950s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Exquisite and long 1950s Miriam Haskell necklace with different aux barock pearls. Round, oval flat and oval bordered with fine leaves and rhinestone accents. The necklace has a spr...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Base Metal
Vintage West Germany Iridescent Bead Long Rope Necklace, Gold Tone Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
A stylish retro necklace originating in West Germany. Features clear iridescent beads on a knotted string necklace, secured with a gold-tone clasp. Very long - 62 inches around!
Mar...
Category
20th Century German Retro Beaded Necklaces
Vintage Four Strand Multi Color Faux Pearl Necklace by Kenneth Jay Lane, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 19" length
- Gold plated hardware
- Four simulated pearl strands (Champagne, Light Grey, Night Blue, Maroon)
- Hook clasp
- By Kenneth Jay Lane (signed on clasp...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
A.Jeschel Splendind Polished Amazonite necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Polished Amazonite two strands necklace. The necklace is accented with brushed vermeil rondels oval beads in a double strand.
Amazonite, a rich Verdigris (green/ blue) ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amazonite, Vermeil
A.Jeschel Large cut Smokey and Rose Quartz necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
Indulge in the allure of this truly unique creation, a breathtaking symphony of rosy hues and exquisite craftsmanship. Adorned with the understated elegance of large, well-colored transparent Smokey Quartz and the soft, feminine charm of Rose Quartz stones...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Kunzite, Morganite, Quartz, Vermeil
A.Jeschel Marvelous Turquoise necklace with Tibetan Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
An absolutely beautifully unique necklace, this long necklace style has solid handmade beads, Turquoise, Coin freshwater Pearls, polished Onyx 16mm beads.
Featuring a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
36" Gilded X Charm Station Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
By Anne Klein
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 36" length
- Gold plated
- Clasp closure
- By Anne Klein (signed on hang tag)
- Circa 1980s
- Estate acquired
- Excellent vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Fabulous Peruvian Blue Opal Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Rare Peruvian Blue Opal Necklace.
These stones can only be found in the Andes Mountains. Generally translucent, the color is described a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Sterling Silver
AJD Irridescent 17mm Coin Pearls, Real Malachite &Real Black Spinel 17" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Glowing elegant multi color (almost fiery) unique 17mm Coin Pearls enhanced with natural green Malachite and REAL NATURAL Spinel handmade necklace 17 inches long set with a sterling ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Malachite, Pearl, Spinel, Black Spinel, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel 2 strand Tourmaline and Pearl necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and a passion for fine craftsmanship, our One-of-a-Kind Tourmaline and Pearl Necklace is a true labor of love.
Each exquisite piece begin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Pearl, Vermeil
A.Jeschel 2 strand Pink Opal and Pearl necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Both the Opals and pearls are petal-shaped forming a very feminine pink and white ruffle. The clasp is a polished Morganite stone set in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Costume Faux Turquoise and Coral Multi-Strand Ethnic Beaded Statement Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Multi-strand statement necklace featuring brass and wood accents placed between plastic turquoise- and coral-hued beads.
Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Brass
A.Jeschel Bold Citrine Filigree pendant & freshwater pearl necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Assorted double-strand freshwater pearl embellished with two citrine polished gemstone and two Sterling Silver beads. Beautifully cut faceted fine quality Citrine and super translucent bold and dramatic pendant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Honey-colored striped Brazilian Agate pendant necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Introducing our latest fashion statement piece, a necklace that is sure to turn heads. This necklace features an interesting stone that varies in shades from toffee to ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, Quartz, Jasper, Sterling Silver
Vintage Valentino Beaded Rhinestone Crystal Necklace
By Valentino
Located in Portland, OR
This is a sensational vintage Valentino long necklace with beautiful faceted red glass and gold encrusted blue beads, rhinestones, and crystals. Made i...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Chunky Bakelite Jade & Onyx Beaded Necklace With Silk Tassel By Miriam Haskell
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Important and rare piece
- 32" beaded necklace
- 7" tassel drop
- Black Onyx-colored Bakelite beads
- Carved faux Jade barrel beads
...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
30" Long Gray Pearl and Rhinestone Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
30" Long Strand of 11mm gray cultured pearls with rhinestone accents. Minor wear.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl
Heidi Daus Cascading Aquamarine Crystal Multi Strand Drop Lavalier Necklace
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
A waterfall of aquamarine crystals! This elegant multi-strand drop necklace features translucent, faceted aquamarine crystals with a floral-themed crystal-encrusted centerpiece. A st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
AJD Sophisticated Rose Quartz & Pearl & Large Gem Cut Amethysts Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Glowing very light pink gently translucent natural Rose Quartz - 14 mm - enhanced with large sparkling checkerboard gemcut glittering real Amethyst rondels - 10.2 mm - and beautifu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Pearl, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Jade mix with Jasper bold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Sou Chou Jade in a familiar vase pattern, mixed with picture Jasper flat beads and balls as well as the handsome large melon-shaped sterling silver ball.
An earth-tone...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Jasper, Sterling Silver
A.jeschel Remarkable Polished Chrysophase and Tiger Eye Necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Introducing a truly remarkable piece of jewelry - the "Healing Heart" Chrysoprase necklace. Known for its power to heal a broken heart, this beautiful necklace is sure...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Chrysophrase, Opal, Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver
Matrix Turquoise and Poured Glass Marguerite Necklace, MWLC
Located in New York, NY
Matrix turquoise hand knotted oval beads with hand made poured glass Marguerite floral clasp in jet and vibrant jade poured glass enamel with crystal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gilt Metal, Enamel, Bronze
Sterling Silver Turquoise Turtle Fetish Necklace Old Pawn Native American
Located in Wallkill, NY
1950s sterling silver beaded necklace with 5 turtles. Turquoise set in each turtle. measuring 16 inches. Hallmarked on the back. Patina as found. This is out of a massive collection ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Apatite necklace with Art Miniature clasp.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
A double strand of 8mm Apatite beads punctuates by delicate filigree beads spaced at intervals.
The beads provide the backdrop for the lovely art Miniature Sterling Silver box clasp meticulously painted in the traditional manner with hair from a squirrel’s tail. The illustration is after the artist Alphonse, the clasp is designed to be worn to the side just below the collarbone of this arresting matinee length...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Apatite, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Splendid Tibetan Pendant on Lustrous Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Extraordinary 37" long fashion necklace large Baroque Pearls. Carved and polished 12-18mm Jade beads, Carved Chinese Glass, Nepalese brass beads inlaid with Turquoise,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Jade, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Brass, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Statement Baroque Pearl Necklace with Cameo clasp
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Hand-selected one-of-a-kind 22-24 mm Baroque Pearls spaced between 11/2 ‘’Coin Pearls, as well as vermeil 22k over sterling silver 1 /2 ‘’ pellets. The clasp is a pre-world war II Cameo depicting a seraph playing a horn. These pearls are an unusual combination each pearl stands on it, own as the one-of-a-kind treasure it is. If you love pearls...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil
Vintage Amber Lucite Bead Necklace with Gold Accents, 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
A retro necklace featuring amber-colored lucite beads with gold-tone accents. A perfect touch of vintage flair!
Category
20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise 5 Strand Heishi Sterling Silver Clam Shell Necklace Native American
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 5 strands Heishi Necklace with discs of graduated Turquoise and shell 11.66 mm down to 4mm attached to large Turquoise stations then onto more turquoise beads. Sterling silv...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Glamorous Single Strand Necklace of Large Baroque Pearls.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Looking for a statement piece that exudes effortless style and showcases the natural beauty of freshwater Baroque Pearls? Look no further than this stunning strand of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Vermeil
Aquamarine Blue Beryl necklace is just plain beautiful.
Located in Miami, FL
A.Jeschel One-of-a-Kind
introducing the stunning Beryl necklace - a true masterpiece that celebrates the unique beauty of each stone while staying true to the family's signature qual...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Beryl, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Colorful Ethnic Tibetan beads and Carved Buddha necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
A remarkable contemporary necklace. Featuring stunning Bold pendant, Scrimshaw-Hand-Painted Buddha, and vintage Chinese beads are n...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Jade, Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Honey Tiger’s eye necklace combined with Pyrite clasp.
Located in Miami, FL
Indulge in the allure of the extraordinary with this captivating two-strand necklace featuring rare golden honey Tiger's eye beads, gracefully accented by a stunning Pyrite gemstone set in sterling silver...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Tiger's Eye, Pyrite, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Handcrafted polished large Aventurine pendant necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Handcrafted polished large Aventurine pendant created by Bora in an ornate sterling and brass frame. Suspended from an elegant neck...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Aventurine, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Fine hand-painted Art Deco enamel pendant and Peacock Pearl necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
This exquisite pendant necklace is a true masterpiece in the style of the renowned artist Gustav Klimt. The pendant boasts intricate detailing and a rich color palette,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil, Enamel
Murano Glass Beads Blue & Silver Fashion Necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Blue, silver and black multi strands Murano glass beads necklace.
Unique, hand made by artist Paola B. in Venise, Italy, 2010s.
The artist is a member of Venezia Vetro Acqua e Terra,...
Category
2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Smoke Quarts Sapphire & 22K Gold Necklace
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Metal: 18K & 22K Gold
Gemstones: Smokey Quartz Sapphires
Dimensions: 22 Inches in Length
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire
A.Jeschel Rough Cut Aquamarine and freshawater Pearl Necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
Unparalleled Elegance: Aquamarine and Pearl Symphony
Step into a world of timeless elegance with this exceptional necklace, a true masterpiece that blends mul...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Labradorite, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Splendid Keshi Pearls and Amber Necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
Unique One-of-a-Kind Keshi Pearl and Baltic Amber Necklace - a piece of jewelry that is sure to turn heads and capture attention wherever you go. This stunning necklace features a d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Pearl, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Fossilized Scrimshaw Walrus pendant necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Fossilized scrimshaw walrus, champagne Keshi Pearls, chocolate Pearls combined into a statement necklace.
We start with an amazing 1000-year-old fossil carved and polished into a gorgeous, richly colored hand warmer. The pendant is suspended from a 2 strand pearl necklace. The clasp is a Solid sterling silver box clasp embossed with wildflowers.
In the late summer when the permafrost recedes for a short time the Yupik people, members of Canada’s First Nation...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Flattened fresh water pearl with carved jade pendant
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Unique elongated and flattened pearls are known as stick freshwater pearls. This single strand necklace possesses a wonderful luster. Detailed carved Jade medallion wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Heshi Turquoise and Silver Necklace
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Heshi turquoise fish necklace strung with a silver clasp.
Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
MWLC Zinnia Poured Glass Long Quartz Beads
Located in New York, NY
Versatile MWLC Zinnia Poured Glass Long Quartz Beads made to look like faceted amber. Hand knotted super long strand of 15 mm beads with hand made poured g...
Category
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Bronze
Red Garnet and Gold Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add to your collection with this stunning Garnet and Gold necklace! Circa mid-20th century, this multi-strand necklace features 8 beaded rows ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
A.Jeschel Fine Morganite , Opal and Onyx Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Prepare to be captivated by the understated elegance of this one-of-a-kind necklace. At first glance, you may mistake the delicate pink beads for the familiar Rose Quartz, but they a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Morganite, Onyx, Opal, Quartz, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel A super Dramatic and Bold Tibetan pendant long necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing a stunning one-of-a-kind long necklace that is sure to turn heads and captivate attention. This dramatic piece boasts large brown turquoise plates, carved ox bone beads, Boulder opal, red Chinese lacquered bone, and heavy sterling silver beads, creating a harmonious blend of materials that is both unique and striking.
The necklace is anchored by a beautiful Tibetan silver conch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Opal, Sterling Silver
AJD Elegant 18 Inch Baroque Pearl and Smoky Quartz Necklace Great Gift!!
Located in Raleigh, NC
Necklace of iridescent white Pearls mixed with various sizes of Smoky Quartz. These Pearls are freeform and 18-22 mm in size. There are three large puffy Smoky Quartz nuggets, four s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Quartz, Vermeil
A.Jeschel Stunning Vintage Ghau Box suspended from a Pearl and Ruby Necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Introducing our latest treasure, the exceptionally beautiful Ghau Box from Tibet. Crafted by a gifted Monk with remarkable skills in filigree work, this 2"x3" box is a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Vermeil
A.Jeschel Traditional Tibetan Ghau Box pendant with Turquoise and Keshi Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Multi-strand freshwater Keshi Pearl and Turquoise necklace with a fine quality oval Tibetan Ghau Prayer Box surrounded by smaller turquoise ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Copper
CHANEL orange & gold 2018 CRUISE PARIS GREECE BEADED Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Chanel Paris - Greece necklace in rust, orange, burgundy and honey colored faux stones embellished with CC logo in light-gold tone metal. Has...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Colossal Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
What could be simpler or more beautiful?
17-22 m.m Fine quality super lustrous white Pearls says it all. This is just a show-stopping Pearl necklace. The pearls are ac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil
A.jeschel Whiskey Quartz and freshwater Pearl necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Three-strand Whiskey Quartz faceted and polished beads sparkles amidst the grey freshwater pearls and the sterling silver spacers. Three sizes and shapes of Quartz to create a graduated matinee length. The necklace is finished with a polished labradorite set...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Labradorite, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Vermeil
Shop Costume Jewelry: Beaded Necklaces for Sale on 1stDibs
Whether they’re chunky, statement-making accessories or a single strand of the understated sort, fashion beaded necklaces are versatile pieces of costume jewelry. Indeed, the vintage beaded necklaces in your jewelry box likely go with everything, from casual summer tops and shorts to dazzling evening gowns.
Costume jewelry, which is also called fashion jewelry, is designed to accessorize with current fashions and is typically made with inexpensive materials. In the realm of fine jewelry, beaded necklaces originating during the Art Deco era might feature double rows of jade — this period encompasses the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design — whereas accessories in the collection of fashion jewelry on 1stDibs are more often made with glass beads or moonstone.
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.
When it comes to fashion necklaces, 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.
Shop fashion beaded necklaces and other vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.