Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Jasper, Amazonite, Aquamarine, Sterling Silver
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Drop Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Kunzite, Silver
Late 20th Century Botswanan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Pyrite, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s African Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Enamel
Late 20th Century French Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Base Metal
Late 20th Century Regency Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
Vintage 1930s American Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Sterling Silver
20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Blue Topaz, Vermeil
Vintage 1980s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Vintage 1970s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1970s German Jugendstil Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Copper
Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s American Native American Drop Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Topaz, Geode, Vermeil
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s American Native American Drop Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
Vintage 1970s French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 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.
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