Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1940s American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold
2010s Indonesian Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1970s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
20th Century Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Quartz
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Natural Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Crystal, Silver
Vintage 1970s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, 14k Gold
2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces
Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1970s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1970s French Beaded Necklaces
Antique 1890s Italian Late Victorian Beaded Necklaces
10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Charoite, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Silver
Vintage 1920s French Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Kunzite, Silver
Mid-20th Century Czech Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Austrian Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s German Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, Gilt Metal, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Quartz
Late 20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
1990s French Necklace Enhancers
Pearl, Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s Modern Beaded Necklaces
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Brass, Base Metal, Gold Plate, Gold-filled, 24k Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Russian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Sterling Silver
Handknotted with no closure. American 1960...
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
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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.
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