Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
to
346
452
403
295
183
159
277
122
95
79
71
4
26
799
813
5
2
41
57
24
100
68
58
155
56
934
698
10
425
252
59
25
22
231
155
134
61
23
288
262
143
126
37
24
16
11
10
7
5
4
3
3
3
4,296
1,642
1,181
388
Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
14k Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl & Diamond Necklace by Series of Eleven
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Inspired by lineage jewelry and the sentimental gesture of gifting timeless fine jewelry, Series of Eleven celebrates connection through our signature double-sided diamond clasp. Cre...
Category
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
AJD 33-Inch Striking Combination of Lapis Lazuli and Green Czech Beads Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This stunning necklace features a striking combination of natural blue lapis lazuli chips, carefully polished for a smooth and radiant finish, paired with vibrant green Czech crystal...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Silver Plate
Vintage Cherry red Bakelite beaded necklace, Art Deco
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage Art Deco era cherry red Bakelite bead necklace.
The perfect piece to add a dash of twinkle or pop of colour to your favourit...
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Jade Necklace and 3 Jade Butterfly Pins
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful set consisting of 2 9" jade ball beaded necklaces and 3 matching jade butterfly pins which can be worn in a variety of configurations. T...
Category
Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jade
Genuine Double Layered Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal double layered sky blue necklace with extremely rare and pure Sleeping Beauty Turquoises. This necklace features genuine high grade Robinson Egg Blue turquoises from the slee...
Category
2010s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Arizona Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Beaded Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A show-stopper of a necklace, with alluring round sky blue very rare turquoise beads, hand-knotted and enriched with hand carved solid gold beads, all cinched together with a 14k yel...
Category
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Sterling silver necklace of vintage brooches, sterling beads and Murano glass .
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Sterling silver vintage brooches and sterling vintage beads comprise a unique,one of a kind,handmade necklace from Lorraine’s Bijoux.This Art Nouveau inspired necklace will set you a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Carved Bone Elephant Necklace and Elephant and Lion Bone Bangle Bracelet Set
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Vintage elephant themed carved bone necklace and bangle bracelet.
The necklace has 5 carved bone circular pieces feature a carved elephant with his trunk up spraying water. The sides have a crossed panel design. The center one is 1.61" in diameter and the other 4 are smaller ranging from 1.39" to 1.48" in diameter. They are strung on a group of bone discs that vary in size. The clasp screws close.
The matching carved bone bangle...
Category
20th Century Bangles
Vintage crystal and sterling brooch with baroque pearls on offer from LB.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage 50’s pink crystal and sterling silver brooch is the centerpiece on a string of baroque freshwater pearls ,with amethyst and sterling silver spacers.a sterling lobster...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Sterling Silver
MiriamHaskell 1926-1929 Shell Glass FauxPearl Crystal Silver Art Deco Sautoir
Located in Chicago, IL
In the late 1920s during the Art-Deco period, this Miriam Haskell white mostly glass-beaded sautoir was created in New York City by her first designer Frank Hess. This uniquely hand-...
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Coral, Silver
Tiny Charcoal Obsidian Necklace Gold Beaded Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
The shiny grey mica will infuse your style with a touch of refined mystique, making you feel effortlessly chic and confidently captivating. Elevate your look with an air of unique al...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
Vintage Chanel Rhinestone Beaded Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chanel Rhinestone Beaded Pearl Necklace in excellent condition. Unique resin beads in gold, green, grey and orange with sparkling met...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coppola e Toppo Draped Ruby Crystal Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Coppola e Toppo Draped Ruby Crystal Necklace from the 1950's. 8 strands of faceted ruby crystals are woven and manipulated with a draped motif on one side to look like it is nonchala...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Birthstone September Ombre Blue Sapphire Necklace -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Embrace your destiny with this Blue Sapphire Ombre Necklace, a tribute to September's celestial birthstone. As you wear this radiant piece, you'll feel a deep connection to your inne...
Category
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a handmade, one of a kind, necklace of Bakelite beads.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This statement necklace consists of all vintage Bakelite components. Many shades of green and gold(in several different shapes) are strung on copper leather cord.Silver beads are use...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
AJD Unique Gray and Black 19-Inch Chrysoberyl Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Discover understated luxury with this 19-inch elegant and unique chrysoberyl necklace, a true masterpiece of design and craftsmanship. Featuring 10mm smooth rondelles in captivating ...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Mixed Metal
Paco Rabanne 2010s Multi-String Black Beaded Necklace
By Paco Rabanne
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Designer Background: Paco Rabanne, a pioneering force in avant-garde fashion, is renowned for his unconventional use of industrial materials and futuristic aesthetics. Known for crea...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opera Length Diamond with Chrysoprase Sapphire Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal opera length handcrafted necklace with the highest quality flawless Chrysoprase stones. This necklace features genuine high grade green Chrysoprase, delicately strung togethe...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Padparadscha Sapphire , Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold
Chanel Pendant Necklace with Glass Paste, 1983
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France ) Golden metal pendant necklace with glass paste and costume pearls. A 1983 Collection. Work from the Gripoix atelier for the house of Chanel.
Additional in...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
AJD 21 Inch Iridescent Deep Blue/Green 10MM Pearl necklace Great Gift!
Located in Raleigh, NC
21-Inch Blue-Green Iridescent Pearl Necklace with Purple Flashes
Elevate your style with this stunning 21-inch pearl necklace featuring lustrous 10mm blue-green iridescent pearls that shimmer with captivating flashes of purple. Each pearl radiates elegance and charm, making this necklace a timeless accessory for any occasion.
The piece is secured with an antique sterling silver lobster claw clasp adorned with sparkling diamond chips, adding a touch of vintage sophistication to the design. A perfect blend of beauty and versatility, this necklace is a must-have for any jewelry collection.
Keywords: blue-green pearl necklace...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Vintage White Pearl Necklace, Long Rope Style Length, Mid 1900s, 56 Inches Long
Located in Milford, DE
Vintage pearl necklace, featuring a single, 56 inch strand of white and peach pearls. An exquisite accessory!
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Vintage Tibetan Beaded Necklace with Turquoise
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This vintage Tibetan beaded necklace with turquoise is a striking expression of Himalayan artistry and spiritual symbolism. Handcrafted with traditional techniques, the necklace feat...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise
Mini Pearl & Dog Bone Chain Bracelet -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Embrace timeless grace with this mini pearl bracelet, a delicate whisper of elegance that adds luminous beauty to your everyday moments.
• 6.25" Total Length + 1.5" Adjustable Exte...
Category
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
SWAROVSKI swan signed gold glass beaded Etruscan style designer necklace
By Swarovski
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed SWAROVSKI
• gold tone with glass stones
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
❤️❤️ V...
Category
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli & Pearl Bracelet -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Wrap your wrist in regal wisdom with this lapis lazuli and pearl bracelet. As you wear this timeless combination, you'll feel a connection to ancient knowledge and inner truth, inspi...
Category
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold
AJD Dramatic Baroque Glowing Turquoise & Gem Cut Real Labradorite 22.5" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Polished chunks of natural rare Yai Turquoise rocks enhanced with checkerboard cut gemmy glowing Labradorite spacers. This measures 22.5 inches long and the clasp is silver hook.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Labradorite, Mixed Metal
Vintage Russian Baltic Amber Flat Bead Necklace, Mid 20th Century
Located in Milford, DE
Exquisite Russian necklace, featuring flat Baltic amber beads in a gorgeous dark orange tone, with smaller alternating spacer beads.
Circa mid 20th...
Category
20th Century Russian Russian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber
Antique Dutch Genuine Red Coral Necklace with a Brass Barrel Lock
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique one strand, very long, genuine red coral (Corallium Rubrum*) bead necklace with a brass barrel lock. The necklace was made at the beginning of the 20th century in the Netherlands. The coral beads are not dyed and the necklace was professionally tested for the authenticity.
The necklace could be a great present idea for anybody who fancy timeless beauty of antique coral jewelry...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Brass
Aurora Borealis Amber Tortoiseshell Striped Glass Two Strand Bead Necklace
Located in London, GB
Beautiful two strand necklace, with tortoiseshell striped glass, aurora borealis and amber glass beads. It has a lovely cluster glass bead clasp. The shortest length is 53.5 cm / 21 ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Beaded Necklaces
Genuine 490 Carat Paraiba Apatite and Larimar with Diamonds Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Make a bold heavenly statement with this breathtaking sky blue larimar beaded necklace. Hand-knotted with methicious care and finished in dazzling 14K solid gold, it hangs with large...
Category
2010s Caribbean Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Larimar, Apatite, 14k Gold
AJD 18 Inch Amethyst Highly Polished Chunks with Goldy Accents Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous Purple Amethyst Chunk Necklace with Gold Accents – Unique and Radiant Statement Piece
Make a bold style statement with this stunning purple amethyst chunk necklace, featuri...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Mixed Metal
Dutch Antique Single Strand Genuine Red Coral Graduated Beads Necklace
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique one strand genuine red coral (Corallium Rubrum*) necklace with a 14 karat yellow gold lock. The beads are graduated and each bead is individually strung on a silk. The necklace was made at the beginning of the 20th century in the Netherlands, and the backside of the closure is marked with an oak leaf that is an antique Dutch mark for the 14 karat /585 gold content. The closure was also tested positively for 14 karat/585 gold content.
The necklace could be a great present idea for anybody who fancy timeless beauty of antique coral jewelry...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
Gorgeous Carved Serpentine Koi Fish Necklace with Enamel and Freshwater Pearls.
Located in University City, MO
This piece is simply beautiful. The Koi fish is finely carved from celadon green serpentine and is paired with a matching carved serpentine dragon bead o...
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
LB offers an Art Deco style vintage cigarette holder, onyx, Sterling, necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a one of a kind, handmade, Art Deco style vintage cigarette holder necklace. The combination of faceted black onyx, labradorite, ca...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Labradorite, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Pre-Columbian Style Sinu Tumbaga Toucan Tooth Gemstone Necklace Bracelet Earring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This incredible Pre-Columbian Style jewelry suite comes from the estate of a Miami Socialite. She was famous for her dramatic gala outfits. This set is gilt base metal with aventur...
Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gilt Metal
Coppola e Toppo for Schiaparelli Aquamarine Crystal Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Coppola e Toppo for Schiaparelli ombre aquamarine crystal and gilt metal necklace. A plastron of blue ombre crystal arabesques is supported from th...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Tanzanite and Mini Pearls Necklace 14K Gold -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Adorn yourself in celestial elegance with this Tanzanite and Mini Pearls Necklace. As you wear this enchanting piece, you'll feel a harmonious blen...
Category
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Tanzanite, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Dutch 3-Row Red Coral Necklace Choker with Filigree 14 Karat Gold Clasp
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique 3-row natural red coral (Corallium Rubrum*) choker necklace with round filigree 14 karat yellow clasp, from ca. 1945, the Netherlands. The beads have a round and regular ...
Category
20th Century Dutch Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
Italian Coral Necklace with Sleeping Beauty Turquoises in 14K Gold
Located in GOES, NL
Indulge in pure luxury with our Italian dark red blood coral necklace, featuring rare Sleeping Beauty Turquoises set in 14K Gold. This exquisite p...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
AJD 19 Inch Rare Hessonite Garnet Necklace with Goldy Accents
Located in Raleigh, NC
19-Inch Rare Hessonite Garnet Necklace with Bali Goldy Accents – Elegant Fall Jewelry
Add a touch of elegance to your jewelry collection with this stunning 19-inch Hessonite Garnet...
Category
Antique 1640s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Hessonite, Gold Plate
Majorca 1980s Silver Pearl Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Majorca 1980s Silver Pearl Necklace, a vintage classic that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. This exquisite necklace...
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Rainbow Sapphire & Pearl Whisper Necklace
Located in Boostedt, SH
Delicate yet dazzling, this 40 cm (15.7 in) necklace features a strand of petite AAA-grade freshwater pearls, each chosen for its luminous sheen and flawless surface. Interspersed w...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Silver
CHANEL silver-tone 16B CRYSTAL & PEARL PENDENT CHAIN Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel necklace features a delicate silver-tone chain adorned with a clear crystal-encrusted pendant. At its center, a signature CC logo is framed by four pearly ...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
AJD Pink Peruvian Opal Necklace Accented with Black Onyx Accents
Located in Raleigh, NC
Pink Peruvian Opal 19-Inch Necklace with Black Onyx and Bali Silver Toggle Clasp
Add a touch of elegance to your collection with this unique 19-inch pink Peruvian opal necklace. Eac...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Opal, Silver
rare LANVIN black strand wrapped faux pearl crystal ribbon tie necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare LANVIN black strand wrapped faux pearl crystal ribbon tie necklace
Reference: TGAS/E00871
Brand: Lanvin
Designer: Alber Elbaz
Material: Fabric, Faux Pearl
Color: Black, Pearl
Pa...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Angel Skin Coral Triple Strand Necklace 14K Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A luxurious triple-strand necklace featuring natural Angel Skin Coral beads in graduated sizes, secured with a 14K yellow gold clasp.
Bead Sizes: Smallest bead diameter is 1/2", larg...
Category
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
AJD Glittering Silvery White Quartz & Black Spinel Diamond Clasp 16.5" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful 17.5 inch natural Quartz necklace is enhanced with glittering gem cut real natural black Spinel and set with a darkened sterling silver diamond encrusted hook clasp. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Spinel, Black Spinel, Sterling Silver
AJD Natural Magnificent Smoky Quartz Cubes & Goldy Spacers 17 1/2" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This elegant lovely necklace is 17 1/2 inches long. The natural Smoky Quartz are cube cut (6.3mm x 6.3mm) and the highly polished bright gold plated spacers are 4.2mm x 4.2mm. This...
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Gold Plate
Handmade, one of a kind, statement, ethnic necklace from Lorraine’s Bijoux.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a one of a kind,handmade, statement necklace with a large vintage pendant from Afghanistan. This pendant has an inlaid coral stone and pieces of glass set into it.The beads consist of vintage hand painted ceramic beads also from Afghanistan Natural colored bone and vintage Bakelite beads...
Category
Mid-20th Century Afghan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Brass
Miriam Haskell Long Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell long bead necklace of varied shades of blue pate de verre beads in round and heart shapes with baroque pearl and gilt metal spacers. USA 1950s
Excellent conditi...
Excellent conditi...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Costume Faux Turquoise and Coral Multi-Strand Ethnic Beaded Statement Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Multi-strand statement necklace featuring brass and wood accents placed between plastic turquoise- and coral-hued beads.
Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Brass
A.Jeschel Unique Tibetan Amber beads and Chinese Jade necklace
Located in Miami, FL
In this exquisite necklace, a harmonious composition of 27 distinct beads comes together, each possessing its own intriguing story. These beads blend seamlessly to create a stunning statement of complementary colors, captivating forms, and enticing textures.
At the heart of this masterpiece lies an oversized carved two-colored Jade longevity bead, commanding attention with its grandeur. It's encircled by spacious Aventurine spacers, carved wooden longevity beads, Tibetan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Opal, Aventurine, Jade, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Rich Lapis & Golden Citrine Necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Necklace
Discover this one-of-a-kind necklace's exquisite blend of rich Lapis Lazuli and radiant Citrine. Inspired by Marco Polo's legendary tales of the Lapis mines in Bactria, this piece celebrates the captivating beauty of the deep blue stone laced with golden flecks.
This necklace's heart is a stunning Citrine geode...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Vermeil
AJD Magnificent Lapis Lazuli and Aquamarine 27 Inch Statement Necklace Gift!!
Located in Raleigh, NC
27-Inch Lapis Lazuli and Aquamarine Statement Necklace with Hammered Silver Toggle Clasp
Elevate your jewelry collection with this bold and striking 27-inch statement necklace, feat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Mixed Metal
Bottega Veneta Scarab Necklace With Fresh Water Pearls, Oxidized Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Scarab Necklace With Fresh Water Pearls, Oxidized Sterling Silver & Gold Plated
From the 2010 collection by Tomas Maier is this rare necklace with fours scarab beetles...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
70" Black Czechoslovakian Jet Faceted Crystal Bead Long Rope Necklace, Mid 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
A chic vintage necklace! A single strand of jet-black Czech crystals fastened with a goldtone springring clasp. A simple and stylish long 70 in rope necklace which can be worn single...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Red Art Glass Bead Multi Strand Necklace, Red, Black, Iridescent Accents
Located in Milford, DE
Stylish vintage necklace with three strands of red art-glass beads with an elegant silver-tone hook clasp.
Length: 16.5 to 18.5 inches with extension chain.
Category
20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Chanel Statement Pendant Multi-Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Chanel will make you feel feminine and fabulous in all of the best ways. Do not overlook all of the small details as this necklace is filled with varying designs of gold pendants, blue flower beads, pink beads, and white pearls. Comes with a clasp closure and five stacked metal chains creating a dramatic look. Pair this with a pink Valentino dress...
Category
2010s French 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.
Shop fashion beaded necklaces and other vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.