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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
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A.Jeschel Lapis Lazuli and pearls Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Hand-crafted Heart shaped faceted Lapis Lazuli pendant from the workbench of Bora (BORA based in a small studio in Brooklyn, NY. Their designs are influenced by Mediterranean culture and have their roots in a centuries-old tradition.)
This pendant features a unique oxidized sterling silver with 24k gold fill. The strand is a 10 m.m. Pearls and faceted Lapis Lazuli beads. They are finished with a double-shell vermeil secure clasp.
Lapis lazuli is one of the oldest opaque gemstones in history--more than 6,500 years! This deep blue stone includes tiny flecks of mica, like a night sky full...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Freshwater Pearl, 22k Gold, Vermeil
Iregular baroque pearl necklace
Located in Lezica Melilla, UY
Elegant collar with stunningly irregular baroque pearls. A statement piece worn beautifully on its own . Each baroque pearl is carefully threaded on si...
Category
2010s Uruguayan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Smooth medium brass choker
Located in Lezica Melilla, UY
This piece was designed, hand-carved and then cast in brass from our workshop Uruguay. The brass used in this manufacturing process is fully recycled. Each piece is then finished by ...
Category
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
ginkgo short necklace / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts, vintage pearl
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:Brass, Vintage 1970s Japanese glass pearls, glass beads,magnet
size:around 45cm
The grey Japanese 1970s vintage pearls and gold gink...
Category
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Brass
Christian Dior 1965 Multistrand Black Bead and Crystal Dome Collar Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR multistrand black caviar-like bead collar necklace featuring a domed jewelled dark gray crystal clasp.
Embossed CHR. DIOR 1965 GERMANY.
Indicative measurements : tot...
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20th Century German Beaded Necklaces
Pink Pearls , vintage Sterling pendant, handmade, statement piece(Lorraine’s Bij
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Large freshwater pink pearls,with a vintage Sterling Silver pierced floral pendant is on offer from Lorraine’s Bijoux. This handmade,one of a kind,stat...
Category
Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel 2 Strand Amethyst Necklace with a Spectacular Charoite Clasp.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
A 2-strand Matinee length necklace of matched deep purple Amethyst.
The centerpiece of this necklace is the large 3”x2 “ Charoite stone meant to be worn as a side clasp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Charoite, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Stunning Freswater pearl necklace with a Vintage Tibetan pendant .
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Introducing our stunning vintage Ghau box pendant hand-crafted in Tibet, a true treasure for any jewelry collection. This intricate piece is a testament to the exceptional filigree work and stone inlays that are typical of Tibetan craftsmanship. Crafted from sterling silver and brass, this old vintage (or antique) pendant is a true work of art. The intricate design features beautiful turquoise and red coral stones that are set in an exquisite pattern.
Suspended from a three-strand 6mm gold freshwater pearl and Kingman turquoise necklace...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl
One of a kind, handmade, vintage enamel brooch and carnelian, citrine and Murano
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
From Lorraine’s Bijoux an original one of a kind,handmade,statement necklace.
A vintage goldtone and enamel brooch is the centerpiece on a string of carnelian,Citrine and Venetian gl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Citrine, Gold-filled, Enamel
nerine short necklace / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:Brass, Vintage 1970s Japanese glass pearls, glass beads,magnet
size:around 41cm
This is a very delicate necklace and makes the skin look beautiful.
This item can be worn o...
Category
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Brass
loquat flower and birds short necklace / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:vintage glass pearl,1970’s American vintage parts,glass beads, brass,swarovski,silver lip oyster
size:around 17cm
Necklace, 42 cm long,...
Category
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Brass
Graduated Blue Foil Glass Bead Necklace with a Silver Clasp
Located in London, GB
Fabulous vibrant graduated blue foil glass bead necklace on blue knotted thread, with small clear glass beads and a fancy silver clasp. Meas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
AJD Fascinating Natural Serpentine & Real Polished Citrine Rock 20.5" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
The beautiful natural stripes of these highly polished Serpentine gemstones (25 1/2mm x 25 1/2mm) are enhanced by the brilliantly glowing natural highly polished Citrine rocks (large...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Quartz, Gold Plate
Vintage cinnabar pendant , cinnabar beads, and sterling comprise this unique pie
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage Chinese cinnabar and silver pendant,with red cinnabar beads,black onyx and sterling silver beads comprise this one of a kind, handmade necklace ...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Cherry Red Bakelite Graduated Faceted Bead Necklace on Sterling Silver Chain
Located in London, GB
Lovely Art Deco cherry red Bakelite graduated and faceted beads, on sterling silver chain. Measuring length 71.5 cm / 28.1 inches, and the largest ...
Category
Vintage 1930s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Magnificent Peruvian Opal necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Magnificent Peruvian opal necklace, each of the six polished center stones is a large polished specimen in a different shade. Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Opal, Hessonite, Sterling Silver
Tahitian Shell with Lavender Pearl Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
This necklace is composed of lavender oval pearls with artisan made hearts made from black Tahitian shells. The black Tahitian heart shells gives such beautiful iridescent shine, it'...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass
A.Jeschel Powerful Natural Blue Lace Agate necklace with a siganture clasp.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Indulge yourself in the ultimate luxury with our latest Blue Lace Agate gemstone necklace addition, a stunning and unique cousin to Chalcedony. The soft blue hue of th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Vermeil
Medium freshwater pearl necklace
Located in Lezica Melilla, UY
This design piece is unique as it was conceived, hand-carved, and cast in our workshop in Uruguay. Each pearl is carefully threaded on silk thread .The silver used in this manufactur...
Category
2010s Uruguayan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Smooth mini brass choker
Located in Lezica Melilla, UY
This piece was designed, hand-carved and then cast in brass from our workshop Uruguay. The brass used in this manufacturing process is fully recycled. Each piece is then finished by ...
Category
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Chanel Pearls & Crystal Buckle Multi-Strand Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on this ultra rare gem from the iconic and timeless CHANEL! The details on this necklace are not to be missed and most importantly, YOU will not be missed in this necklace. Watch it shine from all the way across the room from the crystalized details. Details include five ultra-long strands...
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2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Pearl, Silver
One of a kind Bakelite and vintage glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
One of a kind,handmade,statement,Bakelite and vintage glass necklace is offered from Lorraine’s Bijoux. Antique French glass beads,crabapple cor...
Category
Early 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Vermeil
Long Polished Amber Graduated Bead Drop Necklace circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Wonderful long amber graduated bead drop necklace with beautiful polished amber beads. The necklace length is 65.5 cm / 25.78 inches, and the longest drop...
Category
Mid-20th Century Drop Necklaces
Materials
Amber
Chinese Silver Filigree And Agate Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Chinese sterling silver rolo chain necklace with filigree flowers and large agate cabochons. Hieroglyphical hallmark is on the bac...
Category
20th Century Chinese Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Silver
A.Jeschel Colorful and Bold necklace with Amber Coral Turquois and Tibetan beads
Located in Miami, FL
Discover a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that beautifully blends a kaleidoscope of stones sourced from diverse corners of the globe. This captivating necklace is a harmonious symphony of coral, turquoise, amber, and copal, offering an electrifying burst of color that can transform any ensemble into a fashion statement.
The necklace boasts a rich history, featuring vintage Tibetan beads...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
ginkgo pink short necklace / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:Brass, pink tourmaline, glass beads, magnet
size:around 42cm
Necklace with plenty of pink tourmaline.
The pink colour is surprisingly easy to blend with the skin and can b...
Category
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Brass
MOSCHINO Vintage Multi Buckle Novelty Necklace
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage necklace featuring buckle links.
Silver tone and gold tone hardware.
Antiqued patina.
The antiqued/black patina is from original manufacturing.
T-bar and toggle c...
Category
20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
yamasakura short necklace / vintage jewelry , vintage beads, vintage necklace
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:1970’s Japanese vintage parl,glass beads, brass,cotton pearl,wood pearl,magnet,swarovski
size:around 49cm
Although the mountain cherry motif may look heavy at first glance,...
Category
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Brass
A.Jeschel A Freshwater Baroque Pearl Lovers Fantasy Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing the exquisite "One-of-a-Kind" Baroque Pearl necklace, a truly unique and sophisticated piece that is sure to make a statement. The necklace features a double strand of lu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Vermeil
Tahitian Heart Shells with Golden Pearl Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
This necklace is composed of lavender oval pearls with artisan made hearts made from black Tahitian shells. The black Tahitian heart shells gives such beautiful iridescent shine, it'...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass
A.Jeschel Spectacular Ruby Zoisite Collar necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Ruby Zoisite Collar: A Fusion of Rarity and Spiritual Elegance!
This remarkable collar showcases the allure of nature's unique beauty, craf...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Captivating Watermelon Tourmaline necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
introducing the "Watermelon Tourmaline Delight" necklace - a stunning piece that showcases the natural beauty and diversity of tourmaline.
What makes tourmaline so fascinating is the way that each stone can exhibit a range of colors and hues, earning it the nickname "rainbow stone." The beads in this necklace have been expertly polished to showcase the stunning pink and green shades that resemble a juicy slice of watermelon. It's easy to imagine these beads side by side in their natural state, with their different colors merging and mingling to create a truly unique and captivating effect.
The necklace is crafted from three strands of tourmaline beads, which have been carefully selected and strung together to create a harmonious color palette. The shades range from dark greens to rich pinks, creating a sense of depth and richness to the piece. The necklace measures approximately 18 inches in length, making it the perfect length to drape elegantly around the neck.
The necklace is finished with Venetian glass set...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Vermeil
hanamizuki leaf necklace / vintage jewelry , vintage pearl, vintage necklace
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:Brass, Vintage 1970s Japanese glass pearls, glass beads, American 1970s metal parts
size:around 39cm
This necklace is simple and easy to match with various outfits.
It can be worn in any occasion and with any outfit.
The magnetic closure makes it easy to put on and take off without the need for a mirror.
When worn on bare skin, the gold parts blend in with the skin and the vintage pearls...
Category
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Brass
MOSCHINO Vintage Gold Tone Chain Necklace Olive Oyl Figures Hearts
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage gold tone chain necklace featuring hearts and OLIVE OYL figures.
Spring clasp closure.
Embossed Cheap and Chic by MOSCHINO....
Category
20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL Vintage Large Light Peach Faux Pearl Necklace CC Logos, 1993
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage large light peach colour faux pearl necklace featuring two gold tone metal breaded design CC logos.
From the collection N°28 (year : 1993).
Jewelry ...
Category
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Polished Gemstone Necklace including Rose Quartz, Amethyst and Agate Beads
Located in London, GB
Fabulous gemstone necklace with a silver tone barrel clasp. The beautiful polished gemstones include rose quartz, amethyst and agate. The large beads are interspersed with sets of th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Chanel Red Glass Bead Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Scarce vintage Chanel beaded necklace - comprised out of large red glass beads by Gripoix, the necklace can be wrapped around the neck up to four...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Art Deco Small Pale Pink Faux Pearl and Rhinestone Sautoir Necklace
Located in London, GB
Art Deco pale pink faux pearl sautoir necklace featuring a beautiful rhinestone bead. This is a small necklace when fastened, though the length is adjustable. The necklace measures a total length of 49cm / 19.3 inches. The necklace is in very good condition.
This is a really lovely unusual necklace...
Category
Vintage 1930s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage CHANEL gold pearl Gripoix jewel long designer runway necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed CHANEL Made in France
• gold plated, gripoix
• vintage designer runway necklace
MEASUREMENTS
• 72” long
CONDITION
• ver...
Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Vintage German Glass Beads edged with 24K gold on Pearls, Red Alex Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
A German vintage red glass bead edged with 24K gold hangs on 5mm-6mm Freshwater Pearls. The necklace is finished with 14K gold filled metals an...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
14K Gold Onyx and Coral Deco Style Beaded Necklace
Located in New York, NY
14K Gold Onyx and Coral Deco Style Beaded Necklace
Consistent with age and use please see the photos for condition
Please ask for more photos if you need w...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Onyx, 14k Gold
Vtg gold pearl crystal toggle clasp necklace designer runway
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with glass pearls and crystals
• vintage designer runway necklace
MEASUREMENTS
• 28" long
CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal s...
Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
1980s Gianni Versace Oversized Black Lacquer Bead Chain Necklace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful black beaded Gianni Versace necklace, designed by Gianni Versace. From the late 1980s, this necklace features a strand of larg...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Beaded Necklaces
A.Jeschel Freshwater Pearl and Lapis necklace with a silver scarab pendant.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Scarabs Ancient Egypt’s most recognized symbol and still deeply treasured protective amulet rooted in its long history. The evolution of the scarab from simple stone carvings of a dung beetle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Jonné Bib Necklace with Black Beads
Located in Alford, MA
Goldtone and black bead necklace by Jonné, a short-lived division of Schrager, sits gracefully at the nape of the neck. A double row of various face...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Unique William de Lillo Turquoise Trellis Star Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Unique prototype hand-constructed trellis designed necklace with star shaped centers and German lapis and turquoise faux glass beads creating a dram...
Category
Late 20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise
Vintage Miriam Haskell set, necklace and clip-on earing collectore pieces, 1940s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
About
Beautiful necklace with matching ear clips made of tiny pearls, completely hand embroidered, rhinestones and fake pearls on Haskell's signature material - "Russian gold-plated metal".
Measurement
Length of the necklace about 36cm plus 4 cm Extension
Wide of the Flower und bows from 5,5 cm to 7 cm
clip-on earrings H 5 cm . W 3,5 cm
Features
- Original M. Haskell set...
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Resin and powder quartz triangle stone
Located in Lezica Melilla, UY
These pieces were designed, hand-carved, and then cast from our workshop in Uruguay. with one pieces of resin and quartz emulating the beauty of crystal stones on a 24k gold-plated b...
Category
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Baroque pearl with leather necklace
Located in Lezica Melilla, UY
These pieces were designed, hand-carved, and then cast from our workshop in Uruguay.Each baroque pearl is carefully threaded on silk thread, finished with a gold-plated silver pieces. All these processes make a truly unique piece. Finally, the necklace is finished with leather...
Category
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
A.Jeschel Carnelian rust colored teardrop necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
A double-stranded, rust-colored Carnelian teardrop matinee length (20’”)necklace . Just in time for the new fall fashions. Small facetted matching Carnelian beads sep...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Fire Opal, Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a sterling silver Hobe brooch on pearls and turquoise
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This one of a kind,handmade,necklace features a vintage Hobe sterling silver brooch as its’ centerpiece. It hangs from a strand of baroque pearls, Kingma...
Category
Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise
Irregular chain choker necklace
Located in Lezica Melilla, UY
Chain choker necklace hammered 24k gold plated. Each piece was designed, hand carved and then cast in silver from our workshop in Uruguay.
Details
100% Sterling silver 24k gold fill...
Category
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
A.Jeschel Larimar and Keshi Pearls combine in a heavenly 2 strand necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
The necklace resembles the foam of ocean waves lapping the coastline of a Dominican beach. The Larimar, which by the way is only mined in the Dominican Republic, is cl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Larimar, Sterling Silver
Handmade embroidered collar with blue stones on felt from Lorraine’s Bijoux
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Handmade,one of a kind,embroidered collar with blue stones from Lorraine’s Bijoux is offered for the unique customer.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amazonite, Freshwater Pearl, Base Metal
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Multi Strand Beaded Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage 1964 multi strand beaded necklace.
This necklace features twelve strands of faceted glass beads and a gorgeous pave ...
Category
20th Century German Beaded Necklaces
Onyx 14k Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This crafted necklace is made of a mix of black Onyx and 14k gold that contrasts beautifully. A beaded necklace has many possibilities for styling as it can be styled as a single-lay...
Category
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, 14k Gold
Handmade, one of a kind, Ethnic style , beaded necklace from Lorraine’s Bijoux.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Handmade,one of a kind ,statement,Ethnic style beaded collar necklace from Lorraine’s Bijoux is on offer. All beads and stones are hand sewn onto wool felt in a tiger print and there is a sawtooth black felt edging around the perimeter. The stones consist of butterscotch amber,citrine,and clear amber nuggets. The borders are of yellow and orange vintage glass beads and the feather border is of vintage ostrich feathers...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Citrine
Brutalist Silver Copper Amethyst Necklace Signed SC
Located in New York, NY
Brutalist Silver Copper Amethyst Necklace Signed SC
Consistent with age and use please see the photos for condition
Please ask for more photos if you ...
Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Silver, Copper
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.