Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Quartz, Turquoise, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Marcasite, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Fire Opal, 22k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Quartz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s European Beaded Necklaces
Amber, 9k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Kyanite, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Vermeil, Brass, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Brass
Antique 1870s Italian Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Coral
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Turquoise, Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Yellow ...
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Citrine, Opal, Agate, Chalcedony, Moonstone, Morganite, R...
Vintage 1960s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Early 2000s British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, Opal, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Gold Plate
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amber
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gold, Vermeil
Antique 19th Century American Early Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amber
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Crystal, Natural Pearl, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Mixed Metal
1990s French Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Early 2000s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold
2010s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 22k Gold
1990s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1940s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1970s Japanese Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Beryl, Morganite, Mixed Metal
Antique 1870s Italian Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Pearl, Gold Plate
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
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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