Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Afghan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Brass
Vintage 1970s French Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold
Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Labradorite, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Diamond, Chrysophrase, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Portuguese Aesthetic Movement Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
Vintage 1970s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Quartz
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Drop Necklaces
Amber
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Morganite, Silver
Vintage 1930s Chinese Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver, Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1960s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver Plate
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal
Vintage 1960s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel
Vintage 1980s British Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Brass
Vintage 1950s European Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s Turkish Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Freshwater Pearl, Base Metal
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Brass
2010s German Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Bronze
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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