Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Brass
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Vintage 1980s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
1990s French Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1920s Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Charoite, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s American Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
20th Century German Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
Vintage 1960s French Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Russian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1970s French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s Italian Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Pyrite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s French Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Silver
Vintage 1970s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Silver
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1980s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Vermeil
20th Century American Classical Greek Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
Vintage 1930s Czech Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1940s Beaded Necklaces
Gold-filled
2010s French Necklace Enhancers
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 22k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces
Silver
Mid-20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1970s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Enamel
2010s Afghan Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl
Vintage 1980s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Spinel, Mixed Metal
Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Jade
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.
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