Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
2010s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Quartz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s European Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s English Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Silver
1990s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Silver Plate
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1940s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Brazilian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s North American Baroque Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Amethyst, 22k Gold
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s German Choker Necklaces
Brass
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Citrine, Opal, Agate, Chalcedony, Moonstone, Morganite, R...
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 22k Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, Amethys...
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Other, Gold Plate
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century American Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Crystal, Vermeil, Brass
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold-filled
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Fire Opal, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, 22k Gold
Vintage 1910s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1940s American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amber
2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Pearl, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Amethyst, Mixed Metal
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
2010s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Brass
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, 22k Gold
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
1990s French Byzantine Choker Necklaces
Gold
1990s French Renaissance Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
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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