Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Silver
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Japanese Modern Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Gold
2010s Malagasy Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Onyx, Spinel, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
20th Century Russian Russian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Amber
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1970s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Byzantine Choker Necklaces
Gold
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1940s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
2010s Caribbean Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Larimar, Apatite, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Vermeil, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal, Cut Steel
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Rose Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1940s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Australian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Brass
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, Base Metal, Gold Plate
Vintage 1940s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s European Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Kyanite, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Vermeil
2010s Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Turquoise, Carnelian, Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Moonstone, Opal, Rainbow Moonstone
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Crystal, Mixed Metal
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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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