Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Carnelian, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Mixed Metal
Early 2000s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Danish Modern Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
2010s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 22k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Marcasite, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s American Choker Necklaces
Pearl
Late 20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
Vintage 1950s American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze
Vintage 1980s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Mixed Metal
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Indicolite, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Turquoise, Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Yellow ...
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, Opal, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Kyanite, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1940s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
2010s Australian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s European Beaded Necklaces
Amber, 9k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Rhodolite, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950s European Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique 1870s Italian Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Coral
2010s Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Italian Late Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
Early 2000s North American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Emerald, Citrine, Peridot, 22k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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