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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
Price: $1 to $5,000
Miriam Haskell Emerald Gripoix Glass Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell multi strand faux emerald Gripoix glass bead necklace of 4 bead strands with gilt plated cut steel bead spacers, hand sewn back to back crystal rose montes and pierced...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal, Cut Steel
AJD Stunning Barrel shape Multi Color Beryl Necklace goldy accents
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique 21 inch multi color beryl necklace. This gorgeous beryl is barrel shaped in various lengths and colors, pink, green, and blue. Goldy flutters accent the lovely beryl colors. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Beryl, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Oversized Faux Baroque Pearls
Located in New York, NY
Oversized High Quality Faux Baroque Pearls from the 1980's when bigger was better. 30mm across like small golf balls which are hand knotted. Please note they are quite heavy which is...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s Beaded Orange Coral White Pearls Flowers Jewellery Set
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% genuine. Some light scratches or colour loss. Signed at the back.
One tiny stone on the necklace is lighter colour than others, barely noticeable.
Size: E...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
A.Jeschel Spectacular mixed Watermelon Tourmaline necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Prepare to be enchanted by the breathtaking beauty of our one-of-a-kind Watermelon Tourmaline necklace. This spectacular piece features a mesmerizing collection of mixed-colored nat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Vermeil
A.Jeschel Polished Oval Pink Peruvian Opal necklace .
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Indulge in the breathtaking allure of a truly one-of-a-kind accessory with our polished oval pink Peruvian opal necklace. Ea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Vermeil
Vintage DeMario Bronze Necklace 1940s
By De Mario
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A striking Vintage DeMario Bronze Necklace from the late 1940s with craftsmanship that exudes exceptional workmanship and detail. Robert De Mario founded his company in New York City...
Category
Vintage 1940s Beaded Necklaces
Large Genuine Amethyst 20mm Bead Necklace with Sterling Silver Beads, 18.5"
Located in Milford, DE
An elegant amethyst necklace! Features 20mm genuine amethyst beads on a violet-colored knotted string, accented with sterling silver 7.5mm beads. This princess-length necklace is fas...
Category
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Extraordinary Peridot and Citrine single strand necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Discover the extraordinary beauty of this one-of-a-kind necklace, a true testament to nature's splendor. Unusually large faceted Peridot nuggets and captivating faceted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Peridot, Vermeil
Christian Lacroix Enamelled Blue Necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix (Made in France) Short necklace made of enamelled metal, paved with rhinestones and adorned with beads.
Additional information:
Dimensions:
Length: 32 cm (12.6 ...
Category
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Enamel
1920s Art Deco Pink and Black Glass Bead Rhinestone Vintage Flapper Necklace
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This rare and outstanding example of an Art Deco era flapper necklace was most likely created in France.
Condition Report:
Excellent - The necklace has been professionally re-strun...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
LB handmade Kingman Turquoise disc beads Faceted Swarovski AB crystals necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a gorgeous Kingman Turquoise disc bead necklace from Arizona mine. In my travels I found these amazing beads in the boutique at the mine location. They are gorgeous greens ...
Category
2010s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Turquoise, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Maison Gripoix 1930s Art Deco Multi-Coloured Bead and Rhinestone Vintage Flapper
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This rare and important example of the work of Maison Gripoix was created in the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - There are some tiny elements of scuffing/crazing to the surface...
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Louis Vuitton Crystal, Wood & Resin Beaded Necklace
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Crystal, Wood & Resin Beaded Necklace
Over sized in blue resin, wood with crystal embellishments
and gold chain. Lobster clasp cl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Round Pearls Set Silver Necklace Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Good condition. Some of light scratches or colour loss on faux pearl earrings, necklace faux pearls are peel off, barely noticeable.
Vintage and rare to find. 100% Genuine.
Size: ...
Category
Vintage 1980s German Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Exquisite One-of-a-Kind Gold Pearl Necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
A Classic Fusion of Elegance and Uniqueness.
This stunning necklace is a timeless embodiment of grace, featuring lustrous freshwater gold pearls, each carefully selected to exude r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil, Gold
Yves Saint Laurent Semi-Precious Stones Necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - Short necklace made of semi-precious stones.
Additional information:
Dimensions: Length: 45 cm (17.72 in) to 50 cm (19.69 in)
Condition: Good condition
Seller...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage Chanel 24k Gold Plated Pearl & "C-h-a-n-e-l" Logo Charm Necklace Sautoir
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
Ca. 1990, iconic and rare Chanel 24k gold plated "C-H-A-N-E-L" logo charm and pearl sautoir. Pearls have a warm tone. Necklace is in very good to excellent condition with scattered a...
Category
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
AJD Natural Brazilian Pink Quartz & Real Amethyst 18" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
These lovely polished translucent natural real Pink Quartz (approximately 25mm long x 19mm wide) are enhanced with little gem cut natural real purple ameth...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Quartz
Victorian Sterling Young Girls Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Sterling Young Girls Bead Necklace. Sterling beads in marquise and round shapes. Small size with sturdy engineered clasp. Has a light vermeil finish, 1880's USA. 12.75".
Category
Antique 1880s American Late Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Stunning Grey Pearl necklace wit an Art Deco clasp.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite two-strand lustrous top drilled necklace of gray pearl with an intriguing hand painted Russian miniature clasp. The pe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil
1960s Miriam Haskell Yellow and Pink Glass Orchid Necklace
Located in London, GB
Original 1960s Miriam Haskell pink and yellow glass beaded necklace with gold tone chain. This bold and spectacular piece features chains a...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
1962 Christian Dior Signed Honey Graduated Bead Resin Double Necklace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous honey colored Christian Dior necklace. Elevate your style with the timeless beauty of this 1962 Christian Dior honey graduated bead resin double necklace. This ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Blue Green Bronze Silver Glamorous Faux Pearl Necklae w/ Pavé Rhinestones
Located in Palm Springs, CA
The colors of these faux pearls are just spectacular. It's a subtle, harmonious mix of celadon green, grey, blue, silver perfectly designed. the closing sphere is rhinestone pavé wit...
Category
Early 2000s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Pearl & Gripoix Necklace By Victoire de Castellane
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Vintage Pearl & Gripoix Necklace By Victoire de Castellane
Pearl necklace which featuring ornate gripoix and crystal detailing.
Four strands of faux pearls with 24k gold pla...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Dior Black Beads and Flowers Necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Short necklace adorned with beads and flowers made of fabric.
Additional information:
Dimensions:
Length: 45 cm (17.72 in) to 51 cm (20.08 in)
Condition: Very good cond...
Category
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage Celine Necklace 1980s
By Celine
Located in London, GB
Vintage Celine Necklace 1980s
This gorgeous 1980s Celine necklace perfectly captures a bohemian spirit, with its expertly arranged earthy shades. More than just a fashion statement – this vintage Celine necklace a time capsule, a must-have item for collectors and vintage lovers alike.
Founded in 1945 by Céline Vipiana, Celine has established itself as an empowering force for independent women with an appreciation for timeless elegance and meticulous tailoring. Each piece of vintage Celine jewelry...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Beaded Necklaces
CHANEL GRIPOIX 1950, NECKLACE and BRACELET, gadrooned gilt beads, Gripoix glass
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Old Gripoix NECKLACE and BRACELET set,
composed of small beads in gadrooned gilt metal enhanced with glass beads in pendants,
imitation ruby, emerald, white cultured pearls,
50s vintage,
by Maison Gripoix,
necklace length (with clasp) 45 cm, necklace weight 56 g,
bracelet length (with clasp) 23 cm...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
AJD Magnificent Glowing Natural Spiderweb Agate 21" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous beautiful round natural Spiderweb Agates 18 1/2 mm in diameter with lovely gold plated petals. This lovely necklace is 21 inches long and has an easy to use gold plated hoo...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Gold Plate
Rare Vintage coloured paste collar necklace, symbolic, Victorian style
Located in NEWARK, GB
A rare Vintage paste collar necklace.
It is made in the Victorian style, very heavy and substantial with an incredible design!
Made in Germany by Paul Stikklelorum, the compact are...
Category
Late 20th Century German Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver and Floral Etched Amber Bead Hand Forged Necklace circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
Wonderful silver necklace with floral etched amber beads, and a toggle clasp. There are no hallmarks, the necklace tests as silver. Measuring length 46.5cms / 18.3 inches. The larges...
Category
Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Silver
LB Chinese inlaid bead necklace, Bakelite, Turquoise glass, Goldfilled beads
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB handmade, one of a kind ,Vintage Chinese kingfisher inlaid gold beads and French 80’s Bakelite beads comprise a necklace of incredible beauty.Antique Turquoise glass...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold-filled
LB Tribal style necklace Tibetan silver Afghani inlaid Venetian trade bead amber
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a Tribal style necklace of Tibetan silver, Afghani inlaid centerpiece, Vintage Venetian glass trade beads,coral,copal amber, Sterling Silver vintage Mexican beads...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Silver
LB Sterling Marcasite Vintage Pendant Necklace Turquoise Agate Labradorite
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB Sterling Marcasite Vintage Pendant Necklace Turquoise Agate Labradorite Sterling
Silver on offer. Handmade, one of a kind, unique piece wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Labradorite, Marcasite, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Peruvian Opal shard necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
A Peruvian Blue Opal Shard Necklace. Each opal shard boasts a mesmerizing array of rich colors, ranging from deep ocean blues to vibrant greens and occasional hints of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver
Robert GOOSSENS Paris, magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage, glass, High Fashion
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE,
50s vintage,
by High Fashion designer Robert GOOSSENS,
length 94 cm, weight 84 g,
extraordinary work, exceptional quality,
golden metal, glass beads,
good con...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
Bakelite and Lucite Extra Long Necklace Burgundy, Hot Pink, Apple Green Beads
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a beautiful extra-long Bakelite and Lucite beaded necklace. The piece boasts assorted beads in various shapes: round, long stick, and roun...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
CHANEL NECKLACE with large oval cut green rhinestones and handmade pearls, 1980
Located in Stuttgart, DE
This rare long Chanel necklace or Sautoir consists of 18 large and well-preserved artificial pearls.
In between 12 large oval green rhinestones from Swarovski with different cuts on...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold Plate
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Jewelled CC Silver Tone Chain Necklace, 2018
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL silver tone double chain necklace featuring a CC logo embellished with clear crystals, crystals and glass beads.
Adjustable lobster clasp closure.
Laser engraving CHANEL A18...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
AJD Magnificent Sparkly Goldy Coated Quartz & Brown Goldstone 16" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
The tiny sparkle in the Brown Goldstone is enhanced by the brilliant goldy coated translucent Quartz in the 16 inches long necklace. They are all 14mm and the clasp is an easy to us...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Gold Plate
Mother of Pearl Bead Necklace circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
Lovely mother of pearl necklace with irregular shaped beads and small round glass spacers. Measuring necklace length 47.5 cm / 18.7 inches. The silver tone clasp is a little stiff bu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Françoise MONTAGUE Paris, Magnificent old massive NECKLACE, vintage from the 60s
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent old massive NECKLACE,
60s vintage,
glass beads, rhinestones,
exceptional quality work,
by FRANÇOISE MONTAGUE,
length of the necklace (the smallest row) 38 cm, weight 323 g,
NECKLACE is in good condition, except for the transparent oval pendants which are damaged. You can take them off as they are detachable.
Françoise MONTAGUE took over the De Saurma jewelry workshop at the end of the 1940s.
After the takeover, his most important clients are Nina Ricci and Franck & Fils.
Montague's creations are not marked and it is often difficult to identify them correctly. Montague continued to work in the business through the 1950s and 1960s, winning awards including the Grand Prix des Créations de Bijouterie Costumerie in 1961, and maintaining a loyal following.
In 1978 the business was taken over by Marion Stern who still oversees the Françoise Montague workshop in Paris.
FR:
Magnifique COLLIER massif ancien,
vintage des années 60s,
perles en verre, strass,
travail de qualité exceptionnelle,
par FRANÇOISE MONTAGUE,
longueur du collier (le plus petit rang) 38 cm, poids 323 g,
COLLIER est en bon etat, sauf les pendentifs ovales transparents qui sont abimés. Vous pouvez les enlever car ils sont détachables.
Françoise MONTAGUE a repris l'atelier de joaillerie De Saurma à la fin des années 1940.
Après la reprise, ses clients les plus importants sont Nina Ricci et Franck & Fils.
Créations de Montague ne sont pas marquées et il est souvent difficile de les identifier correctement. Montague a continué à travailler dans l'entreprise pendant les années 1950 et 1960, obtenant des récompenses, dont le Grand Prix...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Keshi Pearl necklace with an Amber Cross.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
The two-strand Pearl and Amber necklace exude a captivating charm. The pearl strands intertwine gracefully, showcasing a mesmerizing blend of baroque, Keshi, and 6mm P...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl
Vintage Napier Faux Pearl Necklace, 1980s
By Napier
Located in London, GB
Napier Vintage Faux Pearl Necklace 1980s
This Napier Vintage Faux Pearl Necklace from the 1980s is a must-have for any vintage jewelry col...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Beaded Necklaces
Antique Victorian bovine bone necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
An interesting chunky antique Victorian bovine bone necklace.
It has large smoothed flat oval bone links or carved beads, these overlap each other slightl...
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Brass
AJD Gorgeous Natural Fresh Water White Pearl & Turquoise 17" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This flippy-floppy happy real fresh water White Pearl 17 inch long necklace is enhanced with flips of natural real Turquoise. The Pearls are approximately 11mm wide by approximately...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise
1980s Chunky Pearl Choker With Ruby Glass Maltese Cross Pendant By Givenchy
By Givenchy
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s
- 14.5" length with additional 3" extender chain
- 3.75" x 2.25" Maltese cross style pendant
- Gold plated hardwa...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Choker Necklaces
Patricia Von Musulin 3 Strands Tangerine Quartz and Sterling Silver Clasp.
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Patricia Von Musulin
Dedicated to experimentation and exploration, Patricia von Musulin has worked extensively to redefine the notion of “accessories”.
She sources the most exquisite and rare semi precious stones from all over the world. Her beads are threaded by hand with Japanese silk. Clasp is 1.5”x1.5”. Beads are 1.5” in diameter.
Bold, her work has been featured in international advertising campaigns, countless magazines as well as "on the runway" with both American and International fashion designers.
Estee Lauder, Revlon, Elizabeth Arden, Lancôme, Victoria's Secret, Absolute Vodka, Cover Girl, Gap, Kohler, and Goldenpoint have used her accessories in their advertising. A partial listing of fashion designers who have featured her work in both their advertising campaigns as well as in their runway shows include: Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren, Adrienne Vittadini, Bill Blass, Geoffrey Beene, Carolina Herrera, Chado, Ralph Rucci, Bally, Cole Haan, and Bogner. Her first working relationships were with Donna Karan and Louis Dell’olio...
Category
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Long Mother of Pearl Bead Necklace
Located in London, GB
Lovely long mother of pearl necklace with oval shaped beads, small mother of pearl spacers., and a rhinestone set clasp. Measuring necklace length 130 cm / 51 inches.
The necklace has graduated sized beads. It has been re-designed and restrung in the past, the string has stretched. The design is not symetrical, the necklace will need re-designing. The mother of pearl beads...
Category
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Angela Caputi Long Necklace Lavender Blue Roses and Silver Resin Leaves
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Angela Caputi necklace features a romantic-inspired extra-long design built with blue-white carved resin roses, lavender-blue beads, and...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Vintage Chanel 1981 Sautoir Chain Necklace w/Pearl & Bevel-Set Gripoix beads
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
1981 Chanel 24k gold plated sautoir necklace made from textured gold links, baroque pearls and two sizes of oval, hammered gold bezel-set dark blue & clear Gripoix glass beads. Necklace was purchased by original owner at Bergdorf Goodman in the 1980's. Not show in photos, necklace has a small round tag with the Chanel stamp, CC logo in the center and year next to copyright. Comes with original gray velvet...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Heidi Daus "invitation Only" Art Deco Jeweled Necklace
By Heidi Daus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning elevated Heidi Daus crystal collar necklace. Wide collar necklace features 3 tapered section of bezel-set, multi shaped crystals in cl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
AJD Natural Beautiful Pearl Shells & Natural Cultured Pearls 18 1/2" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
These flippy floppy brightly glowing pinky real Pearls (longest approximately 22mm) are enhanced by approximately 8mm little round real cultured Pearls. This necklace is 18 1/2 inche...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl
Moschino Couture Black Vintage Crystal Tassel Necklace 90s
By Moschino
Located in Verviers, Région Wallonne
Impressive couture black vintage tassel collar made by Moschino in the 90s. Made of black crystal beads and passementerie.
Marked: Moschino
Size: lenght from 40 to 45cm (15 3/4 to ...
Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
AJD Magnificent Natural REAL Serpentine & REAL Natural Glittering Pearl Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful 18 inch long natural Serpentine necklace is enhanced with glittering natural real Pearls. The largest Peals are approximately 24mm x 10mm and the gold plated enhancem...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate
CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA, Magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage High Fashion
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE,
50s vintage,
multi-colored glass cabochons,
High Fashion designer CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA,
total length 39 cm, height 3.5 cm,...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Charms Necklace, Fall 2007
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD pale gold tone necklace with faux pearls featuring various iconic charms : CC logos, lucky hearts, four leaf clover, N°5, star ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Mother of Pearl Round Bead Necklace with a Silver Clasp circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
Lovely mother of pearl necklace with round beads and a silver clasp stamped 'sterling'. Measuring necklace length 62.5 cm / 24.6 inches, and the beads are 5.75 mm / .22 inch. The sil...
Category
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
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.